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3-14 Using the MDW 9030P Pocketphone
Performance/Range Test in Wireless Test ModePerformance/Range Test in Wireless Test Mode
Performance/Range Test in Wireless Test ModePerformance/Range Test in Wireless Test Mode
Performance/Range Test in Wireless Test Mode
Using the signal-strength test and the voice-quality test together, you can determine the
range in which your MDW 9030P Pocketphone performs best at your site:
At 10–15 feet (3.1–4.6 m) from its radio module, use the following procedure:
1. Make sure the handset is turned off.
2. Press and hold the Select button (") for three seconds.
3. While still holding ", press O.
The handset beeps twice, and the display shows the handset settings, indicating you
are in Local Mode. (While in Local Mode, the MDW 9030P can still receive notification
of incoming calls.)
4. Press "W" (9) to enter Wireless Test Mode.
WIRELESS TEST appears on the top line of the handset display. The handset beeps
twice and vibrates, then you hear a simulated dial tone. This dial tone continues until
you exit Wireless Test Mode. While in this mode, the MDW 9030P cannot make or
receive calls. For more information, see "Wireless Test Mode" in Chapter 2.
5. Press 1.
The display should show a 9 or 10 for signal strength. If it does not, see Chapter 5,
"Troubleshooting," for help with range problems.
6. Press 2.
The display should show a 9 or 10 for voice quality. If it does not, see Chapter 5,
"Troubleshooting," for help with range problems and/or voice quality problems.
7. Periodically check the signal strength and voice quality as you walk away from the radio
module. Each time you press 1 or 2, you get a new reading.
When you see a signal strength of 3, you are at the "edge of range" for the MDW 9030P
Pocketphone. The distance will vary depending on the environment, building structure,
and other factors. The range in an average office building is 500–700 feet (152.5–213.5
m). If, however, dense walls intervene, the distance could be less.
8. With a signal strength of 3, press 2 to check the voice quality. When the voice quality
is 7 or 8, the voice connection should be satisfactory. This is the edge of your usable
range.
The following diagram illustrates this Performance/Range test.
POWER
RADIO
PASS
Radio
Module
10 to 15 feet (3.1 to 4.6 m)
Signal Strength = 9 to 10
Voice Quality = 9 to 10
Close-Up Test
Signal Strength = 3
Voice Quality = 7 to 8
Edge-of-Usable-Range Test