Uniden America UC789 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Telephone User Manual Draft Owners Manual
Uniden America Corporation 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Telephone Draft Owners Manual
Contents
- 1. Draft Owners Manual
- 2. Supplement to Draft Owners Manual
Draft Owners Manual
front cover
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Contents
WELCOME/FEATURES 3
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 5
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 6
GETTING STARTED 8
Read This First 8
Checking the Package Contents 9
Setting up the Phone 10
Terminology 14
Setting Caller ID Options 15
Selecting a Language 17
BASICS 18
Making and Receiving Calls 18
Redialing a Call 19
Ringer Volume Setup 20
Ringer Tone Setting 20
Distinctive Ringer Setup 21
Adjusting the Earpiece and handset Speaker Volume 21
Mute Microphone 22
Tone Dialing Switch-over 22
Traveling Out-of-Range 22
Selecting a Different Channel 23
Find Handset 23
3-way Conferencing 23
Transferring a Call 24
Flash and Call Waiting 25
New Message LED 25
PHONEBOOK 26
Storing Phone Numbers, Names,
Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial 26
Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters 28
Viewing the Phonebook 30
Making Calls Using the Phonebook 31
Speed Dialing 31
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number
Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial 32
RocketDial (One Touch Dialing) 33
Chain Dialing 34
Memory Dialing (base only) 34
CALLER ID 35
Viewing the Caller ID List 36
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List 37
Using the Caller ID Message List 38
Call Waiting Deluxe Features 39
THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE 40
Turning the Answering System On/Off 40
Setting up your Answering System 41
Using your Answering System 47
Remote Operation 50
EXPANDING YOUR PHONE 53
How to Distinguish the Original Handset
and the Second Handset 53
Registering the Second Handset 53
Call Transfer Feature 54
Second Handset Operation 55
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 57
Changing the Digital Security Code 57
Installing the Beltclip 58
Headset Installation 58
Note on Power Sources 59
Maintenance 59
General Information 60
TROUBLESHOOTING 61
PRECAUTIONS & WARRANTY 63
I.C. NOTICE 65
INDEX 66
REMOTE OPERATION CARD 67
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Welcome
Features
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden cordless telephone. This phone is designed
and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life and outstanding performance.
To enjoy the best performance from this phone’s features, please read this manual carefully
and save it for future reference.
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for
explanation purposes.
As an Energy Star® Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product
models meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Energy Star® is a U.S. registered mark.
• 5.8 GHz Spread Spectrum Technology
• Integrated Answering Device
(Trilingual Announcement Option)
• Two Handset Expandability
• Hands Free Speakerphone in the Handset
• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID
• Dynamic Memory Location for Caller ID
Messages and Phonebook Locations
(up to 100 numbers in total)
• Trilingual Language Option
• 4 Hour Talk Time
• 8 Day Standby Battery Life
• 3-Line, 16 Character Backlit Handset Display
• One Touch Dialing
• Call Transfer
WELCOME/FEATURES [ 3 ]
• 32 Digit Redial / 3 Last Number Redial Locations
(handset only)
• 10 Distinctive Ring Options
(6 ringers and 4 melodies)
• Flash and Pause
• Find Handset
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• Tone/Pulse Dialing
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
• 10 Number Memory on the Base
• Base Speakerphone with Keypad
• Base Speaker Volume
• 3-way Conference Operation
• Handset Remote Operation
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WELCOME/FEATURES[ 4 ]
The TRU5885 series features include AutoTalk™ and AutoStandby™. AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just
removing the handset from the base so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons. AutoStandby allows you to
hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.
To protect you against mis-billed calls, which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment,
the TRU5885 series has Random Code™ digital security, which automatically selects one of over 65,000 digital
security codes for the handset and base. Also, AutoSecure™ electronically locks your phone when the handset is
in the base.
RocketDial™ is a one touch speed dial key that automatically dials your most important or frequently called
number. The number dialed, is a preset number stored by the user.
Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a “wider frequency band” vs. a “single narrow band” used in standard
digital transmissions. The result is a more secure conversation with the clarity of digital sound, extended range,
and minimal interference from other cordless phones.
Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com
Uniden® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.
AutoTalk, AutoStandby, Random Code, AutoSecure, and RocketDial are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE [ 5 ]
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERY
Remove the cover.
Connect the battery
pack connector with
the correct polarity.
Replace the cover.
PLUG INTO AC POWER
Plug the AC adapter cord into
the base unit and then to a
120V AC outlet.
Place the handset in the base .
Note:
You must charge the battery pack
continuous
for 15-20 hours before
using the phone.
Step 1 Charging the Battery Step 2 Connecting
Step 3 Setting up the Caller
ID Options/Language
Step 4 Setting up
Answering System
CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE
When the handset battery pack is fully
charged, plug the telephone cord into
the base unit and then into a telephone
wall jack.
Your phone is set for tone dialing. If your
local network requires pulse dialing, please
see “Setting up the phone, Choose the
dialing mode” in your owner’s manual.
Note: Three Caller ID options
are available: Auto Talk, Caller
ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) and
Area Code.
TO TURN THE ANSWERING
SYSTEM ON/OFF
Press answer on/off to turn On the
system. To turn Off the system, press
answer on/off again.
TO SET GREETING MESSAGE
Press and hold greeting.
Start recording your message.
Position yourself as near to the
base as possible.
When finished, press greeting
or .
TO SELECT CALLER ID OPTIONS
Press menu/mute.
Press +or -to move the pointer to
“Caller ID Setup”, then
press select/ch.
Press +or -to move the pointer to
an option, then press select/ch.
Press +or -to change the
option setting.
Press select/ch and return the
handset to the base.
TO CHOOSE THE LANGUAGE
Press menu/mute.
Press +or -to move the pointer
to “Language”, then
press select/ch.
Press +or -to change the
option setting.
Press select/ch and return the
handset to the base.
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Controls and Functions
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS[ 6 ]
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1. Headset Jack Cover
2. Beltclip Hole
3. Handset Battery Compartment
4. Voice Mail LED
5. Handset Earpiece
6. LCD Display
7. Cid (Caller ID)/"(right cursor) Key
8. (Phonebook)/RocketDial/#(left
cursor) Key
9. spkr (speaker) Key
10. (repeat)/1 Key
11. (delete) (for remote operation)/4 Key
12. ✱/tone Key
13. (redial)/p (pause) Key
14. menu/ (mute) Key
15. Handset Microphone
16. Talk/flash Key
17. +(up) Key
18. -(down)/remote Key
19. End Key
20. (skip)/3 Key
21. #Key
22. Xfer (transfer)/ del (delete) Key
23. Select/Ch (channel) Key
24. Handset Charging Contacts
25. Hands Free Speaker
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(TRU5885-2 only)
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26. Base Speaker
27. Status LED
28. Message Counter Display
29. (repeat) Key
30. Answer on/off Key
31. Greeting Key
32. Redial/p Key
33. Menu Key
34. Base Charging Contacts
35. Memory Key
36. Flash Key
37. Find handset/transfer Key
38. ✱/tone Key
39. (play/stop) Key
40. (skip) Key
41. (delete) Key
42. Memo rec Key
43. Mute Key
44. Set/ringer Key
45. ^(up) Key
46.
v
(down) Key
47. (talk) Key/Speaker LED
48. # Key
49. Microphone
50. Telephone Line Jack
51. DC Power Input
52. Charging Contacts (TRU5885-2 only)
53. Charge LED (TRU5885-2 only)
54. DC Power Input (TRU5885-2 only)
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GETTING STARTED[ 8 ]
Read this First
This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:
About the digital security code
This cordless telephone uses a digital
security code to prevent unauthorized
access to your base unit. This security
code prevents other cordless handsets
from making calls through your base unit.
If you want to change the security code,
see page 57.
Step 1 (page 9)
Unpack the telephone and accessories.
Step 2 (page 10)
Next, choose the best location to set up the
base unit.
Step 3 (page 11 to 14)
Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.
Connect the base unit. You must charge the
battery pack for 15-20 hours before plugging
into the phone line and using the phone.
Step 4 (page 15 to 17)
Finally, set the Caller ID options, and store your area
code in the memory to use the Caller ID service.
Choose the language of your display.
Note: Skip the area code setting if your calling area
requires 10-digit dialing.
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Checking the Package Contents
Make sure you have received the following items in the package. If any of these items
are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts Department.
• Base unit (1)
• Handset [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)*]
• AC adapter [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)]
• Rechargeable battery [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)]
• Telephone cord (1)
• Beltclip [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)]
• Charger (1) [TRU5885-2 only]
Also included:
• This Owner’s Manual
• Other Printed Material
* For operations and restrictions on the second handset, read “Expanding Your Phone”
on page 53.
GETTING STARTED
Uniden Parts Department
(800) 554-3988
Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.
We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.
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Setting up the Phone
Do the following steps:
A. Choose the best location C. Connect the base unit
B. Install the battery pack D. Choose the dialing mode
A. Choose the best location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Considerations” on
page 64. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:
Avoid excessive
moisture, extremely
low temperatures,
dust, mechanical
vibration, or shock
Avoid heat sources, such as
radiators, air ducts, and sunlight
Avoid television sets and
other electronic equipment
Avoid noise sources such as a window
by a street with heavy traffic
Avoid microwave ovens
Avoid personal computers
Avoid other cordless telephones
Choose a central location
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GETTING STARTED [ 11 ]
B. Install the battery pack
Charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before
plugging the phone line into your base unit.
1) Press down on the battery cover release and slide the
cover down until it comes off.
2) Connect the battery pack connector observing the correct
polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the
battery compartment.
Do not exert any force on this connection. It could cause
damage to the battery or to the handset. The plastic
connectors will fit together in only one way. Once you
are certain that you have made a good connection, then
insert the battery pack into the battery compartment.
Do not pinch the wires.
3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding
it up until it snaps into place.
4) Place the handset in the charging cradle with the keypad
facing forward.
•Use only the Uniden
battery (BT-446)
supplied with your
phone. Replacement
batteries are also
available through
the Uniden Parts
Department.
(See page 9.)
• Recharge your phone on
a regular basis by
returning the handset to
the base after each
phone call.
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Battery use time (per charge)
Fully charged
• 4 hours continuous use
• 8 days when the handset is in the standby mode
Cleaning the battery charging contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to
clean the battery contacts on the handset and
base unit with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about
once a month.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
contacts
When you charge the handset, Caller ID summary screen and the name
of the handset, HS1 appears. For TRU5885-2, if HS2 appears, you are
charging the handset No.2.
The last number dialed in the redial memory is retained for up to 2
minutes while you replace the battery pack.
Low battery alert
When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the
phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save
power. If the phone is in the standby mode, ”Low Battery”
appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the
phone is in use, ”Low Battery” appears and the handset beeps.
Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the
handset to the base unit for charging.
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GETTING STARTED [ 13 ]
•Use only the supplied AD-312 AC adapter.
Do not use any other AC adapter.
• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.
• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug
the AC adapter easily.
C. Connect the base unit
1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack
and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.
“ ” appears on the base, and it will change
to “ ” after a few seconds. “ ” indicates that
the answer system is ready for setup. “ ”
disappears when you press any key on the base.
2) Set the base and charger (for TRU5885-2 only)
on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the base unit as shown.
3) Raise the antenna to a vertical position.
4) Make sure the status LED illuminates. If the LED does not illuminate, check to
see that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the handset makes good contact
with the base charging contacts.
Place the power cord so
that it does not create
a trip hazard or where it
could become chafed
and create a fire or
electrical hazard.
• After installing the battery pack in the handset, charge your handset at least 15-20 hours
before plugging into the phone line. Once the handset battery pack is fully charged,
connect the telephone line cord to the base and telephone wall outlet.
5) Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to
a telephone outlet once the handset is fully charged.
If your telephone outlet isn't modular
type, contact your telephone company
for assistance. Modular
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D. Choose the dialing mode
Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the phone lines.
However some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas. The default setting
is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows:
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press -to move the pointer to “Dial Mode”.
3) Press select/ch and the display will show the current setting.
(The initial setting is Tone.)
4) Press +or -to change the selection.
5) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
6) Press end to exit.
Throughout this manual, terms such as Standby and Talk Mode are used. Below is the
terminology explanation.
Standby Mode - The handset is not in use, is off the base, and talk/flash has not been
pressed. A dial tone is not present and the display is blank.
Talk Mode - The handset is not on the base and talk/flash or spkr has been pressed
enabling a dial tone. “Talk” appears on the display.
Terminology
• If you are not sure of
your dialing system, set
the unit to tone dialing.
Make a trial call. If the
call connects, leave the
setting as is, otherwise
set the unit to pulse
dialing.
• If your phone system
requires pulse dialing
and you need to send
DTMF tones in certain
situations during a call,
you may “switch-over”
to tone dialing. (Refer
to “Tone Dialing Switch-
over” on page 22.)
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GETTING STARTED [ 15 ]
To change your Caller ID options:
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press +or -to move the pointer to “Caller ID Setup”,
then press select/ch.
3) Press +or -to choose “Auto Talk” or “CIDCW”,
then press select/ch.
4) Press +or -to change the selection.
AutoTalk: “Auto Talk On” or “Auto Talk Off”
CIDCW: “CIDCW On”, “CW Deluxe On” or “CIDCW Off”
5) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
To complete the setting, make sure to return the handset
to the base.
Setting Caller ID Options
There are three Caller ID setup options available: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting),
and Area Code. See page 16 for Area Code setup instructions.
AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing talk/flash. If the phone rings
when AutoTalk is On, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically
answers the call. Or if the handset is not on the base, press any number key, ✱/tone, or #
to answer the call. If you set AutoTalk to Off, you must press talk/flash to answer the call.
Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting
number. CW Deluxe allows you to handle call waiting calls in seven different ways. (See page 39)
You must subscribe to CIDCW from your phone company in order to use this feature.
The CW Deluxe is a separate service available through your phone company.
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Entering Your Area Code
If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the “Area Code” option, your local area code
does not appear in Caller ID messages. For calls received from outside your local area code,
you will see a full 10-digit number.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press +or -to move the pointer to “Caller ID Setup”,
then press select/ch.
3) Press +or -to move the pointer to “Area Code”,
then press select/ch.
4) Use the number keypad (0to 9) to enter a 3-digit
area code.
5) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
• If your calling area
requires 10-digit
dialing, do not program
this option.
• When the area code has
already been stored in
memory, the stored area
code will be displayed.
To change it, press
xfer/del and the
number keypad to enter
the new area code.
• To complete the setting,
press select/ch, then
return the handset to
the base.
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GETTING STARTED [ 17 ]
Language option can be used to choose the language of your display. You can select
English, French, or Spanish.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press -to move the pointer to “Language“,
then press select/ch.
3) Press +or -to choose English, French (Français), or
Spanish (Español).
4) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
Selecting a Language
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Making and Receiving Calls
On the handset, you may also use the speakerphone while talking on your phone. Using
the handset speakerphone is called “hands-free conversation”. This feature allows you to
easily communicate while performing other tasks, such as cooking. appears during
hands-free conversation.
You can easily switch a call from the normal conversation to “hands-free conversation”.
To switch a call, press spkr (or talk/flash) during the call.
• Refer to page 15
“Setting Caller ID
Options” to turn the
AutoTalk feature On if
desired. Any key answer
can be used only when
AutoTalk is set to On.
• The handset microphone
is located on the bottom
of the handset (see
“Controls and Functions”
on page 6). Position
yourself as near to the
handset as possible and
speak clearly.
• The base microphone is
located under the base.
Position yourself as near
to the base as possible
and speak clearly.
From the Handset From the base
Normal conversation Hands-free conversation
To answer a call Handset on the Base Handset off the Base Press (talk).
Pick up the handset (AutoTalk)
Press spkr.
or pick up the handset and
press talk/flash.
Handset off the Base
Press any number key,✱/tone,
or #(Any Key Answer),
or press talk/flash.
To make a call 1) Press talk/flash. 1) Press spkr. 1) Press (talk).
2) Listen for the dial tone. 2) Listen for the dial tone. 2) Listen for the dial tone.
3) Dial the number. 3) Dial the number. 3) Dial the number.
OR OR
Dial the number, then Dial the number, then
press talk/flash. press spkr.
Note: If a call is not established, you will hear a beep
and “Unavailable” will appear in the display.
To hang up Press end, or return the handset to the base (AutoStandby). Press (talk).
To enter a pause When you dial the number, press redial/p before When you dial the number,
within the dialing pressing talk/flash (or spkr). press redial/p before
sequence pressing (talk).
“P” appears in the display,
which represents a pause.
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BASICS [ 19 ]
Redialing a Call
The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed.
Redialing from Standby Mode
1) Press redial/p. The phone number that was last
dialed appears on the display.
2) Press redial/p again. Each press of redial/p will
display one of the last three numbers dialed.
3) Press talk/flash or spkr. The selected number is
dialed. To hang up, press end.
Redialing from Talk Mode
1) Press talk/flash or spkr.
2) Press redial/p. The last number dialed will be
displayed and redialed. To hang up, press end.
Redialing from the Base
1) To call the last number dialed from the base, press (talk).
2) Press redial/p on the base. The last number dialed from the base is redialed.
3) To hang up, press (talk).
• If the number exceeds
32 digits, only the first
32 digits are retained
for redial.
• If you have not pressed
any key for 30 seconds,
the phone returns to
standby mode.
• If you press end, the
operation is canceled
and the phone will
return to the
standby mode.
• If the redial memory is
empty, you will hear
a beep.
• When using the redial
feature in talk mode,
only the last number
dialed will be displayed.
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1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press -to move the pointer to “Ringer Volume”.
3) Press select/ch.
4) Press +or -to move the pointer through the ringer settings
(Ringer Off, Ringer Low, or Ringer High).
You will hear a ringer or melody at the selected volume.
5) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
Ringer Mute (temporarily)
You can temporarily mute the ringer tone. When the handset is off
the base and the phone is ringing, press end. The ringer tone will
return to the previous setting starting with the next incoming call.
• If you select “Ringer
Off”, “Ringer Off”
appears on the display
when you make or
receive calls, or charging
the handset.
Ringer Volume Setup
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press -to move the pointer to “Ringer Tones”, then
press select/ch.
You can choose from 6 ringers or 4 melodies:
- Ringer [Flicker, Clatter, Leap Frog, Ping Ball, Reminder,
Soft Alert]
- Melodies [Beethoven9, For Elise (Elise), Merry Christmas
(Merry-Xmas), Home Sweet Home (Hm Swt Hm)]
3) Press +or -to move the pointer. You will hear the ringer or
the melody as you scroll through the options.
4) Press select/ch and you will hear a confirmation tone.
Ringer Tone Setting
BASICS
• If you set the ringer to
Off, the ringer tone will
not sound.
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BASICS
[ 21 ]BASICS
See ”Storing Phone
Numbers, Names.
Distinctive Rings, and
Speed Dial” on page 26
for storing a Distinctive
Ring in the Phonebook.
“Distinctive Ringer” allows you to preset memory locations with a designated ring tone.
When an incoming call is received and the Caller ID information matches the information in
one of the memory locations, the Distinctive Ring that has been stored for that particular
caller will sound.
If you have set multiple memory locations with distinctive rings, switching the setting to
“Distinctive Off” will result in no distinctive ringing. All incoming calls will have a
normal ring tone. Switching to “Distinctive On” will activate all programmed
distinctive ring memory locations.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press -to move the pointer to “Distinct. Ring”,
then press select/ch.
3) Press +or -to choose “Distinctive On” or
“Distinctive Off”.
4) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
Distinctive Ringer Setup
Adjusting the Earpiece and
Handset Speaker Volume
You can select different volume levels for the handset earpiece and the handset speaker
(Volume Low, Volume Medium, Volume High, and Volume Maximum). The volume can only
be adjusted during a call. Press -or +to select the volume settings. When you hang up,
the phone keeps the last volume setting selected.
If you press +in maximum volume level or -in lowest volume level, you will hear a beep.
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Tone Dialing Switch-over
Some telephone companies use equipment that requires pulse dialing
(sometimes referred to as rotary dialing). If you need to enter tone dialing
digits, you can switch-over to tone dialing during the call. For example,
entering your bank account number after you have called your bank.
Initially make your call with the pulse dialing mode. Once your call
connects, press ✱/tone. Enter the desired number. These digits will be
sent as tone dialing. Once the call ends, the tone mode is canceled and
pulse dialing mode resumes.
• The tone feature only
applies when the dial
mode is set to pulse.
• This special number can
be stored in a memory
location. This is referred
to as Chain Dialing. (See
page 34.)
BASICS
• If you press end to
cancel muting, the call
is disconnected and the
phone will return to
standby mode.
• If you press xfer/del
on the handset or
find handset/transfer
or flash on the base
while muting, the
muting is canceled.
Mute Microphone
You can temporarily turn Off the microphone so that the person you are
talking with cannot hear you.
With the handset
During a telephone call press and hold menu/mute to turn Off the
microphone, and “Mute” appears on the display. Press menu/mute
again to cancel muting.
With the base
During a telephone call press mute on the base to turn Off the
microphone. Press mute again, or press (talk) to cancel muting.
Traveling Out-of-Range
During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise increases.
If you pass the range limits of the base unit, your call will terminate within 30 seconds.
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Selecting a Different Channel
If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the
phone’s channel for clear operation. This function works only when the phone is in use.
Press select/ch. “Scanning” appears on the display, indicating the phone is changing
to another channel. For more information on interference, refer to “Radio Interference” on
page 64.
3-Way Conferencing
The phone permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base, and an outside line.
When speaking on the handset
1) Press (talk) on the base to initiate the 3-way conversation.
2) To hang up, press (talk) on the base. The handset will still be
connected to the call.
When speaking on the base
1) Press talk/flash on the handset to initiate the 3-way conversation.
2) To hang up, return the handset to the base, or press end on the
handset. The base will still be connected to the call.
Find Handset
To locate the handset, press find handset/transfer on the base
when the base is in the standby mode. The handset beeps for 60
seconds, and “Paging” appears on the handset display.
Paging is canceled when pressing any key on the handset or
find handset/transfer on the base. Additionally, if you receive
an incoming call, page is canceled.
• If you press xfer/del
on the handset during
the 3-way conversation,
error tone sounds.
• During the 3-way
conversation, all the
base keys except
(talk), volume ^
v
,
and mute are disabled.
• If the base and handset
do not connect in 30
seconds, the operation
is canceled.
• If you press (talk)
on the base (or spkr on
the handset) when using
speaker phone on the
handset (or on the
base), you will hear a
beep, and the 3-way
conferencing will not
be initiated.
• If the handset battery is
completely drained, the
handset will not beep
when paging.
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Transferring a Call
To transfer from the handset to the base
1) Press xfer/del on the handset during a call. The call will
automatically be placed on hold and the transfer tone sounds on
the handset and the base.
2) Press (talk) on the base to receive a transferred call. The handset will return to
the standby mode. To cancel the transfer, press talk/flash or spkr.
• If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected.
The handset returns to the standby mode.
• Returning the handset to the base will not cancel the transfer.
• When the handset is Off the base, and if you place the handset On the base while the
transfer tone sounds, you can receive a transferred call by picking up the handset (When
the AutoTalk is On).
• If you press xfer/del (or transfer) while muting, the muting is canceled.
To transfer from the base to the handset
With the find handset/transfer key
1) Press find handset/transfer on the base during a call. The call
will automatically be placed on hold and the transfer tone
sounds on the handset and the base.
2) Press talk/flash or spkr on the handset. (Pick up the handset from the base, or press
the number keypad, ✱/tone, or #(when the AutoTalk is On)). The transfer tone stops.
To cancel the transfer, press find handset/transfer or (talk) on the base.
With the Speakerphone feature
When the Speakerphone is in use and the handset is on the base, a call will be transferred
to the handset when you pick up the handset from the base.
For the call transfer between the second handset and the handset or the base, see “Call
Transfer Feature” on page 54.
• While transferring a call,
keys on the handset
except talk/flash and
spkr are disabled.
• While transferring a call,
keys on the base
except (talk) and
find handset/transfer
are disabled.
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Flash and Call Waiting
If you have Call Waiting service and a call waiting tone sounds while
you are on a call, press talk/flash (or flash on the base) to accept
the waiting call. There is a short pause, then you will hear the new
caller. To return to the original caller, press talk/flash (or flash on
the base) again.
New Message LED
The New Message LED on the handset is designed to work with your
answering system. The LED flashes when you have new messages in
your answering system.
The LED stops flashing when all new messages are played back (see
“Using your Answering System” on page 47).
You must subscribe
through your local
telephone company
to receive Call
Waiting Service.
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Phonebook allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses.
Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory location, and you can search
names in alphabetical order. You have a total of 100 locations that can be used for the
phonebook (including the Speed dials) and Caller ID messages.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
The handset displays the number of the phonebook locations used, and
information on searching and storing phonebook locations.
(1st line) the number of the phonebook locations used
(2nd line) How to search (press the number keypad, +or -)
(3rd line) How to enter the storing operation (press select/ch)
Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive
Rings, and Speed Dial
Phonebook
• When the memory is
full, you will hear a
beep and “Memory
Full” appears. You
cannot store names
and numbers.
• The pause key counts
as one digit. Pressing
redial/p more than
once increases the
length of pause
between numbers.
• If any of the following occurs during a phonebook operation will be canceled.
-Press end the phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected).
-Press talk/flash, spkr, or xfer/del.
-Receive an incoming call, page, or transferring call or charge the handset (from the standby mode only).
-Receive a CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) (during a call only).
• The idle time is 30 seconds. If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the
standby mode (or back to a call).
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PHONEBOOK
2) Press select/ch, then “Store/Edit Name” appears.
3) Store the name (up to 16 characters) by using the number keypad.
• See the “Steps for entering names and special characters” (see page 28).
• Use cid/"and Phonebook/RocketDial/#to move the cursor to the desired location.
• Use xfer/del to delete characters as needed.
• Press and hold xfer/del to delete all the characters.
If a name is not required, go to step 4.
4) Press select/ch to store the name,
then “Store/Edit No.” appears.
5) Press the number keypad to enter the phone number (up to 20 digits),
then press select/ch to store the number.
6) “Distinctive Ring” appears. Then press +or -to move
the pointer to one of the Distinctive Ring options, then
press select/ch.
7) “Speed Dial” appears. Then press -to move the pointer to
select the speed dial location (10 locations: SPD1-SPD0).
8) Press select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone and
“Done!” appears on the display.
If you choose not to store a “Distinctive Ring”, simply select
the “No Selectn” option.
If you choose not to store the name/number as a Speed Dial, simply
select the “No Selectn” option.
If you select a speed
dial location where a
number is already
stored, the new number
will replace the old
number, and the old
number will be stored as
a phonebook location.
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Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters
Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters. With each press
of a number key (0-9), the displayed character appears in the following order: Upper case
letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding to the key.
Number of times key is pressed
If you make a mistake while entering a name
Use Phonebook/RocketDial/#or cid/"to move the cursor to the incorrect character.
Press xfer/del to erase the wrong character, then enter the correct character. To delete all
characters, press and hold xfer/del.
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For example, to enter Uniden:
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
The handset displays the number of phonebook locations you have stored,
and how to search and store the phonebook locations.
2) Press select/ch, then “Store/Edit Name” appears.
3) Press 8twice.
4) Press 6five times.
5) Press 4six times.
6) Press 3four times, then press cid/"to move the cursor to the right.
7) Press 3five times.
8) Press 6five times.
9) When finished, press select/ch.
To continue to store the telephone number, proceed to step 5 on page 27.
If the next character uses the same number key, you must press cid/"to move the cursor over.
Otherwise the next time you press the number key, it changes the character that was previously set.
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“/SD” appears on the
display when you review
the RocketDial, and
“/SPDn” appears when
you review a Speed dial.
Viewing the Phonebook
Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory locations, and you can
search names in alphabetical order. You can view the phonebook during a call as well as
when the phone is in the standby mode.
1) Press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
If you press Phonebook/RocketDial/#during a call, the
following screen appears.
2) Press +or -, or the number keypad to view the
phonebook locations.
a) Alphabetical order
Ascending order: Press -to view locations. The location in the RocketDial
appears first in the display. Each time -is pressed, phonebook locations appear in
ascending order.
Descending order: Press +to view locations. A name starting with a number or a
mark, or <No Name> appears first. Each time +is pressed, phonebook locations
appear in descending order.
b) From a number key
Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the first letter of the desired
name. Press a number key until any name with the same initial is displayed (See the
table in “Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters” on page 29).
For example, to search for “Uniden”, press 8 two times. Press -or +until the name
is displayed. If you press +while the first name in “U” is displayed, a name starting
with “T” will appear, or if you press -while the last name in “U” is displayed, a
name starting with “V” will appear.
3) Press Phonebook/RocketDial/#(if you view the phonebook during a call) or end.
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Making Calls Using the Phonebook
From Standby Mode
1) When the phone is in the standby mode,
press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
2) Press +or -to view the phonebook locations
(see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 30).
3) Press talk/flash or spkr. The displayed number is dialed.
4) To hang up press end.
From Talk Mode
1) Press talk/flash or spkr.
2) Press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
3) Press +or -to view the phonebook locations
(see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 30).
4) Press select/ch. The number in the displayed phonebook location is dialed.
5) To hang up press end.
Speed Dialing
If you select a speed dial memory location (10 locations: SPD1 - SPD0) when storing
a phone number in the phonebook dial location, you can use the speed dialing
feature. When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold a number key (0-9)
associated with the speed dial, then press talk/flash. The phone number in the
speed dial (SPD1 - SPD0) is dialed.
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1) When the phone is in the standby mode,
press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
2) Press +or -, or the number keypad to view the phonebook
locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 30).
a. Editing the Stored Data
1) When the phonebook location to be edited appears,
press select/ch. “Store/Edit Name” appears.
2) Follow the steps 3 to 7 under “Storing Phone Numbers,
Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial” on page 26-27
to complete editing operation.
3) Press select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone and
“Done!” appears on the display.
b. Deleting the Stored Data
1) When the phonebook location to be deleted appears,
press xfer/del. “Delete Memory?” appears.
2) Press +to move the pointer to “Yes”.
3) Press select/ch. You hear a confirmation tone.
“Deleted!” appears in the display.
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone
Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial
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Storing the RocketDial
1) When the phone is in the standby mode,
press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
2) Press -once to display the RocketDial menu, then press
select/ch. Store the name, phone number, and distinctive ring
by following the steps 3 to 6 under “Storing the Phone Numbers,
Names, Distinctive Rings and Speed Dial” on page 26-27.
3) Press select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone and “Done!”
appears on the display.
Making calls with the RocketDial
When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold
Phonebook/RocketDial/#. The number in the rocket
location is dialed.
Deleting the RocketDial
1) When the phone is in the standby mode,
press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
2) Press -to display the RocketDial menu.
3) Press xfer/del.
4) Press +to move the pointer to “Yes”.
5) Press select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone.
RocketDial (One Touch Dialing)
You can store a number you dial often in the RocketDial. The rocket
dialing allows you to dial a number with one key press.
• Memory location for
the RocketDial is
independent from the
memory location for
the phonebook.
• If the RocketDial is
empty, you will hear
a beep.
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Chain Dialing
The memory locations in the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You can also
store a group of numbers (up to 20 digits), that you need to enter once your call
connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing.
An example of this is a bank account number. Store the special number in the Phonebook
location (refer to “Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings and Speed Dial” on
page 26.). Once you have called your bank, and when you are prompted to enter the
account number, press Phonebook/RocketDial/#and use +or -to select the number
in the Phonebook location, then press select/ch.
Memory Dialing (base only)
You can store 10 phone numbers in the base, and make calls with memory dialing from the base.
Storing Phone Numbers
1) Press memory in the standby mode.
2) Enter the number you wish to store. (The number cannot exceed 20 digits.)
3) Press memory. Enter the memory location number (0-9) on the keypad.
You will hear a confirmation tone.
Making Calls with Memory Dialing
1) Press (talk) in the standby mode.
2) Press memory. Enter the memory location number (0-9) to dial the number.
Deleting the Stored Data
1) Press memory in the standby mode.
2) Press memory again.
3) Enter the memory location number (0-9) you wish to delete. You will hear a confirmation tone.
• The 10 memory locations in the base are independent from the handset.
• The pause key counts as one digit. Pressing pause more than once increases the length of pause
between numbers.
• If you have not pressed
any key for 30 seconds,
the phone returns to the
standby mode.
• If you get an incoming
call, the operation
is canceled.
• If you select a memory
location that does not
have a stored number,
the base will beep
rapidly and the phone
will not dial.
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[ 35 ]CALLER ID
You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature.
When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller’s name and
phone number on the display before you answer the phone. Additionally, you can dial the
displayed number and store the information for memory dialing.
Make sure you have turned on the Caller ID/Call Waiting feature. (See page 15.)
Important:
Memory locations for Caller ID messages and Phonebook locations are common, you can
store up to 100 in total. A Caller ID message is not stored when you have stored 100 of
the phonebook locations. The earliest Caller ID message is overwritten when you have
stored 100 of the phonebook locations and Caller ID messages in total.
1) When the Caller ID message is received, the display shows the caller’s name and phone
number along with the date and time. The incoming call information is stored in the
Caller ID record. If the Caller ID service
includes the caller’s name, the name will
appear on the display. (up to 15 characters.)
You may receive any one of the following messages:
When invalid data is received “Incomplete Data”
When a private name is received “Private Name”
When a private number is received “Private Number”
When a unknown name is received “Unknown Name”
When a unknown number is received “Unknown Number”
2) When you pick up the phone, the display changes to “Talk”.
(AutoTalk feature is set to On.)
Caller ID
• If any of the following occurs during a phonebook operation will be canceled.
-Press end the phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected).
-Press talk/flash, spkr, or xfer/del.
-Receive an incoming call, page, or transferring call or charge the handset (from the standby mode only).
-Receive a CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) (during a call only).
• The idle time is 30 seconds. If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the
standby mode (or back to a call).
• If you answer a call
before the Caller ID
message is received
(Example: before the
second ring), the
Caller ID message will
not appear.
• When the call is received
via a telephone company
that does not offer
Caller ID service, the
caller´s phone number
and name do not appear.
(This includes some
international calls.)
• When the call is via a
private branch exchange
(PBX), the caller´s phone
number and name may
not appear.
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Viewing the Caller ID List
The Caller ID list stores information for incoming calls – even unanswered calls. You can
store 100 of the Caller ID messages and phonebook locations (including Speed dials) in
total. You can view the Caller ID list during a call or when the phone is in the standby
mode.
1) Press cid/".
The summary screen appears. The screen shows the number of
new messages and the total number of messages.
2) View the Caller ID messages by following these procedures.
From new to oldest:
a. Press -to display the latest Caller ID message.
b. Press -to see the previous message.
From oldest to new:
a. Press +to display the earliest Caller ID message.
b. Press +to see the next message.
In alphabetic order:
Press the number keypad (2-9and 0) to display the Caller ID messages in
alphabetical order. Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired letter.
3) Press cid/"(if you view the Caller ID list during a call) or end.
Once you view the Caller ID list in alphabetical order, you cannot switch to the Caller ID display in
historical order (from new to old or from old to new) unless you exit the operation.
The number of calls from
the same Caller ID
appears next to the
received time. Once you
have reviewed the new
message, the number
will be cleared
and disappears.
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Deleting a Caller ID message
1) While the incoming Caller ID information is displayed, press xfer/del.
“Delete Message?” appears.
2) Press +or -to choose “Yes” or “No”.
3) Press select/ch or xfer/del.
When the pointer is at “Yes”: You will hear a confirmation tone, and the Caller
ID message is deleted. The next or previous Caller ID message is then displayed.
When the pointer is at “No”: The display returns to the Caller ID message.
Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers
1) Press cid/".
2) Press xfer/del.
3) Press +or -to choose “Yes” or ¨No”.
4) Press select/ch or xfer/del.
When the pointer is at “Yes”: You will hear a confirmation tone, and all stored
Caller ID messages are deleted.
When the pointer is at “No”: The display returns to the summary screen.
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List
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Calling a party from the Caller ID list
From Standby mode
1) Press cid/". The summary screen appears. The screen shows the
number of new messages and the total number of messages.
2) Use the number keypad (2-9and 0), +, or -to view the Caller ID message list.
3) Press talk/flash or spkr. The displayed phone number
dials automatically.
From Talk mode
1) Press talk/flash.
2) Press cid/". The summary screen appears.
3) View the Caller ID message you want to dial.
4) Press select/ch. The displayed phone number will be dialed.
Long Distance calls and Area Code Setting/Cancellation
While the present Caller ID information is displayed, pressing ✱/tone will place or
remove the prefix “1” in the display to set the call for a long distance call, or pressing #
will set or cancel an area code. (See page 16.)
Storing Caller ID messages in the Phonebook/RocketDial
Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in the phonebook. Using the incoming
call information (i.e., Caller ID list), the phone number and name of the party on the
Caller ID list can be stored in memory.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, while the incoming Caller
ID information is displayed, press Phonebook/RocketDial/#.
2) Press +or -to choose “Store in PB?” (Phonebook locations)
or “Store in SD?” (RocketDial location). To cancel Storing,
select “Cancel”.
Using the Caller ID Message List
Talk
8002971023
• You cannot make a call
from the Caller ID list if
your phone is connected
to a private branch
exchange (PBX).
• When a long distance
call has been set, “1”
appears in the display.
• If a call comes in via a
telephone system that
does not offer Caller ID
service, no information
is stored.
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Call Waiting Deluxe Features
Your phone gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button, you can place
the caller on hold, send them to your voice mail service, or conference them into your current
call. You may be required to subscribe to Call Waiting and Call Waiting Deluxe to use these
features. Not all features are available in all areas. Check with your local telephone company
for details.
1) When you receive a call waiting call, press menu/mute for a list of options.
2) Press +or -, or the number keypad (1-7) to select an option. For example:
• You cannot store a Caller ID message in the phonebook if a phone number does not appear in the message.
• You cannot set the distinctive ring or speed dial in this step. If you would like to set these options, edit
the stored data.
• Even if the memory locations are full, the message will be stored in the Phonebook, however, the message
will be erased from the Caller ID List.
• If data is already stored in the RocketDial, the old data will be overwritten by the new data.
3) Press select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone.
press
-
4 times
press
-
2 times
3) Press select/ch. A confirmation screen will appear.
Your phone is pre-programmed with seven call waiting options. You may select to ask the
calling party to hold, send them a busy message, forward them to your voice mail, or answer
and drop the first caller. You may also select to conference them into the current call or, at
any time, choose to drop the first or drop the last caller.
Check with your local telephone company for a full list of options.
• To activate features,
select “CW Deluxe
On” in the Caller ID
setup. See page 15.
• You can also answer a
waiting call immediately
by pressing talk/flash,
the first caller will be
placed on hold. To return
to the original caller,
press talk/flash again.
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THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE[ 40 ]
The phone has a built-in answering system that answers and records incoming calls. You can
also use your answering system to record a conversation, leave a voice memo message, or to
announce a special outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone.
Features
• Digital Tapeless Recording • Approx. 10 Minutes of Recording Time
• Call Screening • Selectable Outgoing Messages
• Voice Prompts for Menu Setup Guidance • Time and Day Announcement
• Remote Message Retrieval • Toll Saver
• Conversation Recording • Voice Memo
• Trilingual Language Option • Message Alert
• Remote Operation by the Handset
Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review, save, or
delete the messages you choose. You will never have to worry
about a tape wearing out, jamming, or resetting improperly.
The Integrated Answering System is easy and convenient to use,
but please read through all of the instructions carefully.
The Integrated Answering Device
When the answering
system is full, “ ”
appears on the base.
You should delete some
messages so that the
system can record new
messages. (Refer to
“Deleting a message”
on page 48.)
Turning the Answering System On/Off
1) To turn the answering system On, press answer on/off in the standby mode.
The current greeting message will be played and you will hear a confirmation tone.
The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the
display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you.
2) To turn the answering system Off, press answer on/off. After the announcement
“Answer off”, the message counter display will no longer be illuminated.
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ANSWERING DEVICE
CALLER ID
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Screen Incoming Calls
You can screen calls when the answering system is On.
1) After the answering system answers, the base speaker will let you hear the calls as
the machine records the message.
2) To answer the call, press (talk) or pick up the handset from the base (when
AutoTalk is set to On). If the handset is away from the base, press talk/flash or,
any number key, ✱/tone, or #(when AutoTalk is set to On). The answering system
will disconnect automatically.
• If the speaker volume is
set to “0”, you cannot
use the call-screening
feature.
• You can adjust the base
speaker volume by
pressing volume ^or
v
while screening a call.
• If you set the answering
system to Off and the
system doesn’t answer
after ten rings, you
cannot screen a call.
Setting up your Answering System
Setting your outgoing message (Greeting)
When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either the pre-
recorded message or your own greeting.
Pre-recorded message
The following message is pre-recorded:
“Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone.”
Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)
You can record a greeting up to 30 seconds long (more than 2 seconds).
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold greeting.
2) Start your recording after the announcement “Record greeting”. The message counter
displays “ ”, then begins to count down.
3) When you have finished recording your greeting, press greeting or . You will hear
a confirmation tone and your recorded greeting plays back for you.
• Position yourself as
near to the base as
possible and speak
clearly when recording
your outgoing message.
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Choosing between the two outgoing messages
When the phone is in the standby mode, press greeting. Press greeting again when the
outgoing message is played. Each time greeting is pressed, the outgoing message is switched
between the pre-recorded and the personal outgoing message.
Deleting an outgoing message
To delete the personal outgoing message, press while the message is playing. The system
announces “greeting has been deleted”.
Setting the base ringer volume
You have three ringer options. One allows you to turn the base ringer off. The other two are
volume levels.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press set/ringer. You hear the ringer at the
current volume level (“ ” High, “ ” Low, or “ ” Off) (if you set the base ringer
volume to off “off” is announced), and it appears on the base.
2) Press set/ringer until the desired ringer volume appears. The system returns to the
standby mode.
You can also set the base ringer volume while the phone is ringing, press set/ringer
repeatedly to select the desired ringer volume.
If you receive an
incoming call or press
talk/flash or spkr on
the handset, or
(talk) or on the
base the operation will
be canceled.
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• If you press ^in the
maximum volume level
(9) or
v
in lowest
volume level (0), you
will hear a beep.
• Press and hold ^or
v
on the base to scroll
quickly through the
volume levels.
Adjusting the speaker volume level
When the base speaker is in use or in the standby mode, press ^or
v
on the
base to adjust the volume. Press volume ^for louder or
v
for softer.
The numbers 0-9 appear on the base indicating the volume levels. 0 being the
softest and 9 being the loudest.
Using the Menu Mode
The Menu mode allows you to set the following Answering System functions.
• To scroll through the menu options, repeatedly press menu
on the base in the standby mode. The system returns to
standby after the last menu option. A confirmation tone
sounds to indicate the standby mode.
• If you press talk/flash or spkr on the handset, or (talk)
or on the base during the menu setup, the operation
will be canceled.
• The idle time default setting is 30 seconds. If the system
remains idle for 30 seconds, you will hear a beep and the
system returns to standby.
• You can use ^or
v
to adjust the announcement volume
level during a voice prompt/guidance.
• If there is an incoming call, the operation is canceled.
• When you have completed the setting, press to exit the
menu mode, or menu to move to the next menu option.
For your convenience, voice prompts will guide you through the menu setup mode.
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Setting the Time
The clock on the answering system starts when power is supplied to the base. Follow these
steps to set the clock to the correct time.
1) Press menu.
The system announces the current time. The message counter displays the day of the week
(from “ ” Sunday to “ ” Saturday).
2) Press or until the correct day is announced and the corresponding number appears.
3) Press set/ringer to select the day.
4) Press or until you hear the correct hour setting.
The numbers “ ” through “ ” appear on the base as each hour is announced.
5) Press set/ringer to select the hour.
6) Press or until you hear the correct minute setting.
The numbers “ ” through “ ” appear on the base as each minute is announced.
7) Press set/ringer to select the minute.
8) Press or until you hear the correct AM or PM setting.
The message counter displays “ ” or “ ”.
9) Press set/ringer to select the AM/PM setting.
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces “Time” and, the day and time are
announced for your review.
Setting a Personal Security Code
To play your messages from a remote location, you will need to enter a two-digit Personal
Identification Number (PIN) code ( - ). To select a PIN, perform the following steps:
1) Press menu twice. The current PIN code is announced as it appears on the base.
2) Press or until the desired number appears.
3) Press set/ringer to select the PIN code.
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces “Security code” and the new PIN code.
• Normally the idle time
for the menu mode is 30
seconds before the
system returns to
standby. However, for
setting the time, the
idle time is extended to
two minutes.
• Press and hold or
to quickly scroll
through the numbers on
the display.
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Setting the Ring Time
The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before your
answering system plays the outgoing message. You can set the ring time to answer after
two, four, or six rings. Setting “TS” (Toll Saver), the answering system picks up after two
rings if you have new messages, and after four rings if there are none. This way, if you
make a long distance call to check your messages, you can hang up after the second ring
to avoid billing charges.
1) Press menu three times.
The current ring time setting is announced (“ ” 2, “ ” 4, “ ” 6, “ ” Toll saver), and
it appears on the base.
2) Press or until the desired ring time appears.
3) Press set/ringer to select the new ring time.
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces “Ring time” and the new ring time.
Selecting the message record time
You have three record time options. The options “1minute” or “4minutes” set the duration
for recording the incoming messages. “Announce only” answers the call with the preset
greeting or your personal greeting but prevents the caller from leaving a message.
1) Press menu four times.
You hear the current recording time (“ ” 1 minute, “ ” 4 minutes, “ ” Announce only),
and it appears on the base.
2) Press or until the desired message record time appears.
3) Press set/ringer to select the new recording time.
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces “Record time” and the new record time.
Announce only feature
The Announce only feature plays a pre-recorded outgoing message or your own personal
outgoing message, but it will not allow the caller to leave a message. To set “Announce
only”, follow the steps above. To choose between the pre-recorded message or your own
personal greeting, press greeting, when the outgoing message is played. Press greeting to
select the greeting of your choice.
When using the
Announce only feature,
you may want to change
your outgoing message,
if the message prompts
the caller to leave a
message. The pre-
recorded message
changes automatically.
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A confirmation tone sounds. If you want to use your own greeting, you may want to change
your greeting to omit the prompt to leave a message. Refer to “Recording a personal outgoing
message (Greeting)” on page 41.
The following message is pre-recorded:
“Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again.”
Setting the Message Alert
Message Alert feature lets you know when you have a new incoming message by sounding a
short alert tone.
If you set the Message Alert On, and when a new message is received, the Alert Tone will
sound every 15 seconds. Set the Message Alert to On or Off by using the menu key.
1) Press menu five times. The current setting (On or Off) is announced, and it appears on the base.
2) Press or to choose “ ” or “ ”.
3) Press set/ringer.
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces “Message Alert” and the current setting you
have selected. When the first new message is received, the alert tone will begin to sound.
Turning the Message Alert tone Off by pressing any key
To quickly turn Message Alert Off, press any key on the base unit and the tone will
automatically deactivate. To reset, go back into the menu setup mode (steps 1 - 3 above).
Turning the Message Alert tone Off when you are away from your phone
When all new messages are played back using the remote playback feature (see page 50) the
Message Alert will automatically deactivate. The tone will not deactivate until all messages are
played back.
Selecting the Language
You can select the Language of your answering system announcements to English, French,
or Spanish.
1) Press menu six times.
The current setting (“ ” English, “ ” French, or “ ” Spanish) appears on the base, and
it is announced (“Hello” English, “Bonjour” French, or “Hola” Spanish).
2) Press or to select the language.
3) Press set/ringer.
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces the new setting in the selected language.
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Using your Answering System
The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display
flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The answering system is designed to
play your new messages first. After you play all your new messages, you can then play your
old messages.
Playing your messages
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press .
The system announces the number of new and old messages while the message counter
displays only the number of new messages. The time and day that each message was
received is announced after the message is played. The message counter will then display
the number of current stored messages.
2) When all new messages have been played, you hear a beep and the system announces
“End of message”. The system returns to standby. After you have reviewed your new
messages, you can play your old messages by again pressing . Once you have listened
to a new message, it then becomes an old message. The old messages will be played in
the order in which they were received.
Repeating a message
1) Press to review your messages. The number of stored messages is announced.
2) To repeat the current message, press after a few seconds of beginning the message.
To quickly scroll backwards through a message, press and hold .
To repeat the previous message, press within a few seconds (about 4 seconds during
remote operation) after a message begins playing. If you have several messages, press
repeatedly until you return to the message you want to replay. If the current message is
the first new message, the system plays back from the beginning of the current message
(it does not go back into the old message group).
3) Press at any time to stop reviewing messages and return to standby. The message
counter shows the number of messages stored in memory.
• To stop playing your
messages, press
again at any time.
• When the answering
system is full, “ ”
appears on the base.
You should delete some
messages so that the
system can record new
messages. (Refer to
“Deleting a message”
on page 48.)
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Skipping a message
1) Press to review your messages. The number of stored messages is announced.
2) Press at anytime to skip to the next message.
Each time is pressed, the system scans forward one message. If you have several
messages, press repeatedly to find the message you want to play. To quickly scroll
through a message, press and hold . The system advances through the playback at
double speed.
3) Press at anytime to stop reviewing your messages and return to standby. The message
counter shows the number of messages stored in memory.
Deleting a message
To maintain maximum record time, delete the old messages.
1) Press to review your messages.
2) Press at anytime during the message to delete the message.
You hear a beep and the message is deleted.
3) To delete all messages, press in the standby mode. Press again after the
announcement “to delete all message, press delete again.”.
When you try to delete all messages without first listening to your new messages, you hear
several short beeps followed by an announcement “Please playback all messages”. This protects
you from accidentally erasing messages you have not yet reviewed.
Important:
When you press , you are permanently deleting the message. Once deleted, the message
cannot be replayed.
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• The voice memo messages are recorded as incoming messages.
• When the answering system is full, “ ” appears on the display and recording is terminated.
• If there is an incoming call, or if you press talk/flash or spkr on the handset or (talk) on the
base, the operation will be canceled.
Voice memo
The voice memo function allows the user to record messages (more than 2 seconds and
within 10 minutes).
1) Press and hold memo rec. You hear a beep.
2) Start your recording after the announcement “Record memo message” and a confirmation
tone. The message counter displays “ ”.
3) When you have finished, press memo rec or to stop recording. The system returns
to standby.
• A recorded conversation is treated as a typical message and will be added to the stored messages.
• You cannot record a 3-way conversation, a conversation using the speakerphone or HandsFree conversation.
• When the answering system is full, “ ” appears on the display and recording is terminated.
• If you press end or xfer/del on the handset, the operation will be canceled.
• You cannot initiate neither HandFree conversation nor a conversation using speakerphone.
Recording a conversation
You can record a conversation while you are using your phone (more than 2 seconds and
within 10 minutes).
Every state has different regulations governing the recording of conversations over the
telephone. Be sure to check your local, state and federal laws before using this product to
record any telephone conversation in order to determine that your use is in compliance
with such laws or guidelines.
1) During a conversation from the handset, press and hold memo rec on the base.
The unit begins recording and “ ” flashes on the message counter.
A beep, that can be heard by both parties, sounds during recording.
2) To stop recording, press or memo rec. You hear a confirmation tone.
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Command Function
#then 6Answering System On
#then 7Memo Record/Stop *
#then 8Greeting Message Record/Stop *
#then 9Answer System Off
#then 0Help Guidance
Command Function
#then 1Repeat a Message
#then 2Playing incoming Messages
#then 3Skipping a Message
#then 4Deleting a Message
#then 5Stop Operation
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You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone
telephone or the handset.
Remote access away from home
You can check, play, or delete messages, even record a new greeting message when you
are away from home. Additionally, you can turn On or Off your answering system from a
remote location.
Remote Operation
• You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering command waiting mode or the answering
system automatically hangs up and returns to standby.
• The system will only playback messages for four minutes and then it returns to command waiting mode.
To continue playing your messages, press #then 2 again within 15 seconds.
•
If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times, you will hear a beep and the system will return to standby.
• During the remote operation, “ ” appears on the base.
1) Call your telephone number.
2) During the greeting message, press #and enter your PIN code within 2 seconds.
(See “Setting a Personal Security Code”, page 44).
3) The answering system announces the current time and the number of messages stored
in memory. You hear “To play incoming messages, press pound two. For help, press
pound zero”. You will hear intermittent beeps.
4) You may select a command from the following chart:
For your convenience a
remote operation card is
provided for you to use
while away from home
(refer to page 67).
*For Memo Record and Greeting Message Record function, the first time you enter the
corresponding command, it starts the Recording function. If you want to stop the recording,
press #then 7or 8.
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5) After the command has finished, you hear intermittent beeps indicating that the system
is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another command at this time from the
chart above.
6) When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering system automatically
returns to standby.
Turn on the answering system remotely
If you have forgotten to turn On your answering system, you can turn it On remotely from
any touch-tone telephone.
1) Call your telephone number.
2) Wait ten rings until the system answers. You hear a beep.
3) Press #and then enter your PIN code within 2 seconds. The answering system announces
the day and time, and the number of messages stored in memory. You hear “To play
incoming messages, press pound two. For help, press pound zero”.
4) Press #then 6 to turn the answering system On.
5) Hang up the phone and subsequent calls will be answered by the system.
Remote access with the handset
You can check your new incoming messages, skip, repeat, or delete your
incoming messages with the handset. For example, you can install the
answering system in the living room, and check your incoming message
from a bedroom with the handset.
You can also use speakerphone on the handset for remote operation (see
“Making and receiving calls” on 18).
• If you press end before the answering system answers, the phone will return to standby.
• When the answering system does not answer within 7 seconds, you hear a beep and the phone will
return to standby.
• The base’s keypad is disable during remote operation.
• When you receive a call, the remote operation is canceled.
• You can change the handset volume and channel during a remote operation.
• During the remote operation “ ” appears on the base.
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Repeating a message
After a message begins playing, press /1 within about four seconds to repeat the previous
message, or press /1 after about four seconds to repeat the current message.
Skipping a message
While the message is playing, press /3 on the handset. Each time /3 is pressed, the
system scans forward one message.
Deleting a message
While the message is playing, Press /4 on the handset. The message playing is deleted.
• If you have new
messages and old
messages, only the
new messages will
be repeated.
• If you press /1
while the earliest
message is played, you
can repeat only the
current message.
Playing incoming messages
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press -/remote on the handset.
“Remote Play Back” appears on the handset display. The answering system announces
the current time and the number of messages stored in the memory. Messages will be
played in the order in which they were received. The time and day that each message was
received is announced after the message is played.
2) When the last message has been played, the system announces “End of message.” And the
system returns to standby.
• If you have new messages
and old messages, only
the new messages will be
played. After you have
reviewed your new
messages, you can play
your old messages by
again pressing -/remote.
Once you have listened to
a new message, it then
becomes an old message.
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EXPANDING YOUR
PHONE
Your phone supports up to 2 handsets (the original handset and the second handset). You
can now place a fully featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect
the handset charger. Additionally, you can transfer an outside call to another handset.
Expanding Your Phone
• We refer to the TXC580 handset and the TRU5885-2 handset No.2 as the second handset, and
TRU5885 handset and TRU5885-2 handset No.1 as the original handset in this section.
• Before use, you need to charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours, and for the TXC580
handset, register the handset.
How to Distinguish the Original Handset
and the Second Handset
The original handset and the second handset are identical in appearance. To distinguish
the original and the second handset, place the handset in the base charger. If you charge
the second handset, HS2 appears, otherwise HS1 appears. There are some restrictions on
the second handset, see “Second Handset Operation” on page 44.
Registering the Second Handset
You need to register the second handset before using (for TXC580 only). To register the
second handset, simply place the second handset on the original base for at least 5
seconds. The status LED on the original base will flash indicating that registration is
occuring. After 5 seconds, the second handset will be registered. You will need to re-
register the additional handset each time you change the digital security code of the
original unit.
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To transfer a call (to the second handset)
1) Press xfer/del on the handset (or find handset/transfer
on the base) during a call. The call will automatically be
placed on hold and the transfer tone will sound.
2) When the other handset receives the call, the transfer tone stops. To cancel the transfer,
press talk/flash or spkr on the handset (or find handset/transfer or (talk) on
the base).
To receive a transferred call (from the second handset)
Pick up the original handset (when AutoTalk is set to On), or
press talk/flash or spkr to answer the transferred call.
Additionally, you can answer the transferred call by pressing
any number key, ✱/tone, or #(when AutoTalk is set to On).
To receive a transferred call with the base, press (talk) on the base.
Call Transfer Feature
You can transfer an outside call to the additional handset, or receive a transferred call
from the additional handset.
• If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected.
• For information on transferring a call between the original handset and base, see “Transferring
a Call” on page 24.
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Setting up
Charging
• Charge the second handset for 15-20 hours before using.
• When you charge the second handset, the display shows the name of the handset, HS2.
Dialing mode
Dialing mode is a universal setting. When the mode is changed on the original handset,
the setting for the second handset is changed as well.
CIDCW
• CIDCW setting is a universal setting. When the setting is changed on the original
handset, the CIDCW setting for the second handset is changed as well.
• CW Deluxe setting is independent from the original handset. To set the CW Deluxe
setting on the second handset, do the following.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
2) Press -or +to move the pointer to “Caller ID Setup”, then press select/ch.
3) Press -or +to select “CW Deluxe”, then press select/ch.
4) Press -or +to select “CW Deluxe On” to active CW Deluxe features,
then press select/ch.
Registration
For the TRU5885-2 handset No.2, you can use it with the TRU5885-2 base without
registering the handset. However, you need to register the TRU5885-2 handset No.2
each time you change the digital security code of the original base. Follow the
instructions under “Registering the Second Handset” on page 53.
Second Handset Operation
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Operation
Making and receiving calls
• If you press talk/flash or spkr on the handset while the other handset is in use, you
will hear a beep and “Unavailable” will appear. The handset will return to the
standby mode.
• If you charging the second handset and pick it up at the same time when you pick the
original handset from the base, the call will be transferred to the second handset.
Security code
You can change the digital security code, only from the original handset.
Memory locations (Redial memory/Dynamic memory locations)
Memory locations in the original handset and the second handset are independent.
Page
If you press any key on a handset while paging, the paging sound from the other
handset will stop as well.
3-way conversation
You can initiate the 3-way conversation with the second handset. However, a 3-way
conversation cannot be conducted between the second handset, original handset, and
an outside call.
Caller ID
• When you receive a CIDCW during a call, the Caller ID information will not be displayed
or stored in the other handset. Each handset works independently when in this mode.
• To display CIDCW on the second handset, you must turn On the CIDCW or CW Deluxe on
the original unit.
TAD
Signs for the remote handset features (remote, , , and ) are not printed on
the TXC580.
Others
• You can’t use or purchase the second handset as an alternative of the original handset.
• Save this owner’s manual. The TXC580 owner’s manual describes only the instructions
specific to the second handset. For detailed operation, refer to this owner’s manual
(for TRU5885).
Only one handset can
establish a call.
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ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the
base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. The first time you charge your
handset, the security code is automatically set. (See “About the digital security code”,
page 8.) In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the
same security code, you can change the code. To change the digital security code,
deregister the code, then register a different code.
Deregister the Digital Security Code
1) Remove the handset from the base. In the standby mode, press and hold xfer/del and
end for 10 seconds. You will hear a confirmation tone. “De-Register?” appears.
2) Press +to select “Yes”, then select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone, and
“Deregistration Complete” appears.
Changing the Digital Security Code
• If you have not pressed any key for 30 seconds while in the de-registering operation, the
phone returns to the standby mode.
• While in the deregistering operation, if you receive an incoming call, page, or transferring call,
or charge the handset, or press talk/flash, spkr or end, the operation is canceled.
• While in the deregistering operation, if you receive CIDCW when the speakerphone is used, the
operation is canceled.
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Register the Security Code
1) Unplug the AC adapter.
2) Press and hold find handset/transfer on the base, while you plug in the AC
Adapter, until the status LED on the base flashes.
3) Press talk/flash. “Handset Registering” appears.
When the operation is finished “Registration Complete” appears and the
status LED is no longer illuminated. You will hear a confirmation tone and the
phone returns to the standby mode.
• You must complete the registration operation within 30 seconds, or the phone returns to standby mode.
• During the registration operation, you cannot receive an incoming call, page, or make a call.
Installing the Beltclip
To attach the beltclip
Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset.
Press down until it clicks.
To remove the beltclip
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes.
Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910.
To use this feature, insert the headset plug into the headset jack.
Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. (Headset may be
purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department or visiting the web
site. See page 9.)
Headset Installation
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Note on Power Sources
Battery replacement and handling
When the operating time becomes short, even after a battery is recharged, please replace the battery.
With normal usage, your battery should last about one year.
Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts Department for a replacement battery. (See page 9)
Warning:
To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden
battery model and Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product.
Power Failure
During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone.
Caution
• Use the specified Uniden battery pack (BT-446).
• Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it.
• Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.
• Do not remove or damage the battery casing.
Maintenance
When slightly dirty
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
When very dirty
Wipe with a soft cloth that has been dampened with
diluted, neutral detergent. Dry with a dry cloth.
When the charging terminals become dirty
Wipe with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser, if necessary.
Caution
Do not use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol,
or other chemical products.
Doing so may discolor the surface of the
telephone and damage the finish.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION[ 60 ]
General Information
The phone complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Operating temperature: 0 ºC to +50 ºC (+32 ºF to +122 ºF)
AC Adapter Information
AC Adapter part number: AD-xxx for the base / AD-xxx for the charger (TRU5885-2 only)
Input Voltage: 120V AC 60Hz 120V AC 60Hz
Output Voltage: xV DC xxx mA / xV DC xxx mA (TRU5885-2 only)
Battery Information
Battery part number: BT-446
Capacity: 800 mAH, 3.6V
Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged
Talk mode duration: 4 hours
Standby mode duration: 8 days
Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the base after each phone call. When the
operating time becomes short, even after the battery is recharged, please replace the battery. With normal usage,
the battery should last about one year.
A replacement Uniden adapter and battery may be purchase Uniden accessories at your local Uniden dealer or by
contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday
through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.
Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.
If the handset is left off of the base, the actual Talk mode duration will
be reduced respective to the amount of time the handset is off the base.
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TROUBLESHOOTING ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING [ 61 ]
Troubleshooting
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first.
Symptom Suggestion
The status LED won’t illuminate • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet.
when the handset is placed in • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base.
the base. • Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and base are clean.
The audio sounds weak • Move the handset and/or base to a different location away from metal
and/or scratchy. objects or appliances and try again.
• Press select/ch to help eliminate background noise.
• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.
Can’t make or receive calls. • Check both ends of the base telephone line cord.
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet.
• Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes, then reconnect it.
• Change the digital security code (See page 57).
• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.
The handset doesn’t ring or • The battery pack may be weak. Charge the handset on the base unit
receive a page. for 15-20 hours.
• The handset may be too far away from the base unit.
• Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects.
Severe noise interference. • Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote
control toys, wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room
monitors, fluorescent lights,and electrical appliances.
• Move to another location or turn off the source of interference.
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Symptom Suggestion
The Caller ID does not display. • The handset was picked up before the second ring.
• The call was placed through a switchboard.
• Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current.
• Charge the handset.
The handset doesn’t communicate • Change the digital security code (See page 57).
with the base or the other handset. • Make sure that you have registered the second handset (TXC580 only).
The second handset can’t join • Only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller. To allow a different
the conversation. handset to talk to the caller, transfer the call to the other handset.
The answering system does not work. • Make sure the base unit is plugged in.
• Make sure that the answering system is turned on.
• Make sure that the message record time is not set to Announce only
(See page 45).
Messages are incomplete. • The incoming messages may be too long. Remind callers to leave a brief message.
• The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the saved messages.
After a power failure, the outgoing • Record your greeting again. The default message should remain.
message is deleted.
No sound on the base unit • Adjust the speaker volume on the base unit.
speaker during call monitoring
or message playback.
Cannot access remote call-in features • Make sure you are using the correct PIN number.
from another touch-tone phone. • Make sure that the touch-tone phone you’re using can transmit the tone
for at least two seconds. If it cannot, you may have to use another phone to
access your message
If you still have a problem. • Call our customer hotline at 1-800-297-1023.
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PRECAUTIONS &
WARRANTY
PRECAUTIONS & WARRANTY [ 63 ]
Precautions!
Before you read anything else, please observe the following:
Warning!
Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be
waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to
the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning
•
This equipment contains a rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery.
• Nickel is a chemical known to state of California to cause cancer.
• The rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery contained in this
equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not charge the rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery
used in this equipment in any charger other than the one
designed to charge this battery as specified in the owner’s
manual. Using another charger may damage the battery or
cause the battery to explode.
Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride
Batteries Must Be Recycled or
Disposed of Properly
Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
and injury to persons:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
dry cloth for cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners.
4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bathtub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. To protect the product from overheating,
these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local
power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate
this product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking
on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can
result in the risk of fire or electrical shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet
slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product.
Take it to qualified service personnel when service or repair work is
required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally when following the
operating instructions. (Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive repair work by a qualified technician.)
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak.
Additional Battery Safety Precautions
Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the
battery, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the Uniden battery pack specified in the
owner’s manual.
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.
Check the Nickel Metal Hydride battery disposal package insert for
disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and
keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
5. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with
this product only in accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in the owner¬s manual provided for
this product.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and
battery charger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Important Electrical Considerations
Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is
approaching. Lightning can pass through your household wiring and
damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.
WWaarrnniinngg!!
Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an
electrical storm.
The FCC Wants You To Know
Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by
Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed
by the owner’s manual, could void your authority to operate this
product. The equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service
provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service
is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility
commission, public service commission or corporation commission for
information.)
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the
FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Uniden accessories
supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may
not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
Range
Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range
by transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications
set forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a
maximum distance with the qualification that the range depends upon
the environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors limit
range, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our
rating. The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used
as a means of comparison against other range claims.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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Telephone Line Problems
The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect
service in the event that your phone causes problems on the
telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in
facilities and services which may affect the operation of your unit.
However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in
writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary
arrangements to continue uninterrupted service.
If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first
disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your problem.
If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it disconnected
until the trouble has been corrected.
Radio Interference
Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in
your cordless handset, or clicking noises in the base. This interference
is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner,
fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If
these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around
your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem. In
addition, we recommend that the base not be plugged into a circuit
that also powers a major appliance because of the potential for
interference. Be certain that the antenna on the unit is fully extended
when needed.
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or
distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio
signals from another cordless telephone or other source of
interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you
need to change to a different channel.
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at
frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To
minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless
telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If
interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther
away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate
the interference.
More than One Cordless Telephone
If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home,
they must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to
select a channel that provides the clearest communication.
Cordless Telephone Privacy
Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the
handset and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by
means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways.
Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your
communications can be received by radio receiving devices other than
your own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any communications
using your cordless telephone may not be private.
Installation Considerations
Selecting a Location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some
important guidelines you should consider:
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous
power outlet. (A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which
does not have a switch to interrupt its power.)
• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise
such as motors or fluorescent lighting.
•
Be sure there is sufficient space to fully extend the base antenna.
• The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a
standard telephone wall plate.
• You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before
completing the installation or using the handset.
Telephone Line Outlets
There are two types of phone outlets:
Modular Jack
Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords
are fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type
of jack. If you do not have modular phone jacks,
contact your local telephone company for information about
their installation.
Hardwired Jack
Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of
installations require a modular jack converter. This type of installation
is not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone
dealer or a telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter
or converter for your particular situation.
Connecting the Telephone Cords
Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the
telephone cords:
CCaauuttiioonn!!
•Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected.
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Applying Power to the Base
This phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt power,
and the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when
the phone is placed on a desk or table, wrap the power cord around
the strain relief notch on the bottom of the base.
NOTE: Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip
hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire
or other electrical hazards.
Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120 VAC wall outlet.
Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch.
Use only the Uniden AC Adapter supplied with this phone.
One Year Limited Warranty
Important: Evidence of original purchase is required
for warranty service.
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the
original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects
in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or
exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall
terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of
original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is
(A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary,
(B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits,
subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden,
(C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other
than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction
covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment
or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or
(F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the
owner’s manual for this product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not
conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in
effect, warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the
defective unit and return it to you without charge for parts,
service, or any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred
by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the
performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace
the unit with a new or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY
SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING
TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS,
IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT
COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not
allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty is void outside the United States of America.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after
following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain
that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully
(preferably in its original packaging). The Product should include
all parts and accessories originally packaged with the Product.
Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the
defect that has caused you to return it. The Product should be
shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at:
Uniden America Corporation
Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155
(800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday
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I.C. NOTICE
I.C. NOTICE [ 65 ]
I.C. Notice
TERMINAL EQUIPMENT
NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications.
This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies
that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is marked on the equipment itself.
The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals
allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any
combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of
all the devices does not exceed five.
RADIO EQUIPMENT
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
“Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone”.
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INDEX[ 66 ]
Index
0 - 9
3-way conferencing ..................23
10 ring options ........................20
A
Announce only feature ..............45
Answering system
Deleting a message ................48
Playing your messages ............47
Recording a conversation ........49
Remote access........................50
Repeating a message ..............47
Skipping a message ................48
Turning on/off ......................40
Area Code ................................16
AutoTalk..................................15
B
Base speaker volume ................43
Battery pack
Preparing and charging ............11
Replacement and handling ......59
Beltclip ..................................58
C
Caller ID..................................35
Caller ID service ....................35
Calling ..................................38
Call Waiting......................15, 39
Deleting ................................37
Setting ................................15
Storing ................................38
Using....................................38
Viewing ................................36
Call transfer feature ..................54
Chain dialing ..........................34
Channel ..................................23
Clock ......................................44
Conversation, recording ............49
D
Deluxe Call Waiting Features ......39
Dialing mode............................14
Digital security code..............8, 57
Distinctive Ringer ....................21
E, F, G, H
Earpiece volume ......................21
General information ..................60
Greeting ..................................41
Hand Free ..................................
Headset installation ..................58
I, J, K, L
Important Safety Instructions ....63
I.C. Notice ..............................65
Language ................................17
M, N, O
Maintenance ............................59
Making a call ..........................18
Memory dialing ........................30
Mute ......................................22
New message LED......................25
One touch dialing ....................33
Outgoing message ....................41
P, Q
Package contents........................9
Phonebook ..............................26
Editing..................................32
Erasing..................................32
Making calls ..........................31
Storing ................................26
Viewing ................................30
Precautions..............................63
R
Receiving a call........................18
Redialing a call ........................19
Registering the second handset ..53
Remote access
Away from home ....................50
From your handset ..................51
Repeating a message ................47
Ringer volume ..........................20
RocketDial ..............................33
S
Second handset operation ..........55
Setting up ..............................10
Base unit ..............................13
Handset ................................11
Skipping message ....................48
Speed dialing ..........................31
T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Transferring a call ....................54
Receive from the second handset
..54
Transfer to the second handset ..54
Troubleshooting........................61
Voice Memo ............................49
Warranty..................................64
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REMOTE OPERATION
CARD
REMOTE OPERATION CARD [ 67 ]
Remote Operation Card
CUT
REMOTE OPERATION CARD
Remote access away from
home
1. Call your phone number from a
touch-tone phone.
2. During the outgoing message,
press # and enter your PIN code.
The answering system announces
the number of messages stored in
memory and the help guidance.
3. To quit, hang up the phone.
Turn on the answering
system remotely
1. Call your phone and let it ring
10 times until you hear a beep.
2. Press # and then enter your
PIN code.
3. Press # then 5 to stop
the announcement.
4. Press # then 6 to turn the
answering system on.
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REMOTE OPERATION CARD[ 68 ]
CUT
Task Key
Repeat a Message
Playing incoming Messages
Skipping a Message
Deleting a Message
Stop Operation
Answering System On
Memo Record/Stop
Greeting Message Record/Stop
Answer System Off
Help Guidance
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At Uniden, we’ll take care of you!
If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at
1-800-297-1023
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding
the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters.
Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.
Hours: M-F 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
May be covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents:
4,511,761 4,523,058 4,595,795 4,797,916 5,381,460 5,426,690
5,434,905 5,491,745 5,533,010 5,543,605 5,574,727 5,581,598
5,650,790 5,660,269 5,661,780 5,663,981 5,671,248 5,696,471
5,717,312 5,732,355 5,754,407 5,758,289 5,768,345 5,787,356
5,794,152 5,801,466 5,825,161 5,838,721 5,864,619 5,893,034
5,912,968 5,915,227 5,929,598 5,930,720 5,960,358 5,987,330
6,044,281 6,070,082 6,125,277 6,253,088
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Accessibility
For information on the accessibility features of this product, please call
1-800-874-9314 (V/TTY)
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