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Norstar M7310 Digital Telephone
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Norstar M7310 product illustration
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M7310   M-Series · 20-Button Digital Set

The M7310 is the mid-to-high model of the Norstar M-Series family and the set most commonly designated as the System Coordinator telephone. Its distinguishing feature is the 2-line alphanumeric display paired with three display navigation keys directly below it — a context-sensitive interface that guides the user through system programming menus step by step without requiring a separate terminal or printed command reference. With 10 programmable line/feature buttons and 10 dual-LED indicator buttons, the M7310 also serves as an effective receptionist and multi-line attendant set.

10 programmable line/feature buttons + 10 dual-LED indicator buttons
2-line, 16-character alphanumeric display
3 display navigation keys — context-sensitive programming interface
Preferred set for System Coordinator and receptionist positions
Available in Charcoal and Almond
KSU loop-powered — no external power supply

 Technical Specifications
Model Number M7310
Series Norstar M-Series
Programmable Buttons 10 line/feature buttons — configurable as line appearances, intercom keys, speed dial, or feature access
Indicator Buttons 10 dual-LED buttons for monitoring extension and line state (busy/idle/ringing); also assignable as programmable keys
Display 2-line × 16-character alphanumeric LCD
Display Navigation Keys 3 context-sensitive keys positioned directly below the display; labels change dynamically to reflect available actions at each step of system programming and feature menus
Fixed Keys Release (red), Feature (red), Hold (red), Volume Up, Volume Down, dial pad (0–9, *, #)
Message Waiting LED indicator illuminated by KSU when voicemail or messages are waiting
Handset Standard NT digital handset with coiled cord
Speakerphone None — handset operation only
Headset Port Not present on standard M7310
Ringer Adjustable volume and tone (programmable via Feature 1)
Station Connection Single pair, standard Norstar digital station port (RJ-11 / RJ-45 to 25-pair distribution)
Power Loop-powered from KSU over station pair — no local AC adapter required
Max. Station Cable Run Up to 300 m (1,000 ft) on 24 AWG solid copper — see Wiring Reference for full distance table
Colour Options Charcoal (standard), Almond
Desk Stand Integrated tilt stand, two positions
Wall Mountable Yes — handset retainer clip reversible for wall-mount orientation
Add-on Modules Not supported — see M7324 for CAP / DSS module capability
KSU Compatibility Norstar 3x8, 6x16, Compact ICS (all versions), Integrated ICS, Modular ICS
Interoperability Fully interchangeable on same system with M7100, M7208, M7324, T7100, T7208, T7316, T7316e, T7406
Approx. Dimensions 230 mm × 222 mm × 88 mm (W × D × H with stand)
Approx. Weight Approx. 1.1 kg


 Key and Button Reference
 Key / Button Type Function
 Buttons 1–10 Programmable Assignable as: line appearance, intercom (DN) key, speed dial, feature code shortcut, or Answer DN. Each has a dual-LED indicator (red/green) showing line and call state. Default assignment configured by the System Coordinator during installation.
 Indicator Buttons 1–10 Programmable / Monitor Dual-LED buttons that provide at-a-glance status for assigned extensions or lines. The LED shows idle (off), busy (steady red), or ringing (flashing). Commonly assigned as Answer DN keys by receptionists and attendants for one-touch pickup of calls at monitored extensions.
 Display LCD 2-line × 16-character alphanumeric. Line 1 typically shows caller/line identification, extension name, or current programming prompt. Line 2 shows call duration, feature status, or the available action labels corresponding to the three display navigation keys below.
 Display Nav Keys 1–3 Context-sensitive Three unlabelled keys positioned immediately below the display. Their function changes at every step — the bottom line of the display shows the current label for each key. During system programming, these keys are used to navigate menus, scroll through option lists, confirm selections, and move between programming headings without entering feature codes. Outside of programming, they may show caller information navigation or feature shortcuts depending on system configuration.
 RLS (Release) Fixed — red Ends the active call and releases the line. Also used to exit from feature programming menus without saving. Equivalent to replacing the handset.
 Feature Fixed — red Activates feature code entry mode. Press Feature followed by the feature code number (e.g., Feature 7­0 for Do Not Disturb). On the M7310, pressing Feature ** followed by the System Coordinator password enters the full programming tree, navigable via the display navigation keys.
 Hold Fixed — red Places the active call on exclusive hold at this set. The held line button flashes to indicate a held call. For system hold (retrievable by any set), use Feature 8­3.
 Volume ▲ Fixed Increases handset receive volume during a call. Outside of a call, increases ringer volume. Settings are retained after the call ends.
 Volume ▼ Fixed Decreases handset receive volume during a call. Outside of a call, decreases ringer volume.
 Dial Pad Fixed Standard 12-key touchtone pad (0–9, *, #). Used for dialling, entering feature codes, entering data values during programming (e.g., passwords, timer values, extension numbers), and alphanumeric name entry via multi-tap.
 MSG Indicator LED Steady red light indicates a message waiting — typically illuminated by the voicemail system (CallPilot, Flash, etc.) when a new message is present in the mailbox associated with this extension. Press Feature 6­5 to access messages.

  Using the display navigation keys for system programming:  With the M7310 on-hook, press Feature ** and enter the System Coordinator password. The display immediately shows the first programming heading on line 1, with the three navigation key labels on line 2 — typically Show, Next, and Chng (or similar). Use the left and right navigation keys to move between headings, the centre key to step into a sub-menu or change a value, and RLS to back out or exit without saving. No separate administration terminal or laptop is required. Refer to the System Coordinator Guide for the full programming tree.


 Programmable Button Types
 Assignment Type Description
 Intercom (DN) Key Represents the set’s own extension. Used to place and receive internal calls and to originate external calls. At least one intercom key is required per set.
 Line Appearance Direct access to an external trunk line. Pressing the button seizes that line; the LED shows real-time line state (idle, in use, ringing, on hold).
 Answer DN Monitors another extension and allows pickup of calls ringing at that DN. The LED flashes when the monitored extension is ringing. The primary use of indicator buttons on the M7310 — enables the receptionist to see and answer calls for multiple extensions from a single set.
 Speed Dial One-touch dialling of a stored number. Can be a personal speed dial (user-programmed) or a system speed dial (set by the System Coordinator).
 Feature Key Stores a feature code sequence for single-key activation of a frequently used feature (e.g., Do Not Disturb, Call Forward, or Last Number Redial).
 Handsfree Answerback Enables the set to auto-answer internal voice-announced calls through the handset. Configured by the System Coordinator per set.

Button assignments are set during system programming using the System Coordinator menu (Feature ** System Coordinator password). Refer to the System Coordinator Manual or the M7310 User Card for button labelling and programming procedures. A blank button label card is located under the transparent overlay on the set.


 Photographs

Photographs of the M7310 in charcoal and almond finish, display navigation key and button panel detail, and typical coordinator installation.

[  Photograph — Front View  ]

M7310 Charcoal — front
three-quarter view

Front view — charcoal finish
[  Photograph — Front View  ]

M7310 Almond — front
three-quarter view

Front view — almond finish
[  Photograph — Display Detail  ]

2-line display and three
display navigation keys
close-up

Display and navigation key detail
[  Photograph — Button Panel  ]

Programmable and indicator
button columns with label
card inserts

Button columns and label card detail
[  Photograph — Rear View  ]

Rear panel showing line cord
socket, stand positions, and
wall-mount hook

Rear panel — connectors and stand
[  Photograph — In Situ  ]

M7310 at a receptionist or
System Coordinator desk
installation

Typical coordinator/receptionist desk



 Documentation
 Document Type Open
 Norstar M7310 User Card User Card (NT original) Open PDF
 Norstar M7310 Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Open PDF
 M7310 Telephone User Guide (Avaya edition) User Guide Open PDF
 CICS 7.0 System Coordinator Guide System Coordinator Open PDF
 Norstar Feature Code Quick Reference Reference Page Open Page


  Related M-Series Telephone Sets:
M7100 — single-line, 1-line display ·  M7208 — 8 buttons, 1-line display ·  M7310 — 10+10 buttons, 2-line display, display nav keys ·  M7324 — 24 buttons, 2-line display, CAP-capable
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