DSS7915 DSS7915+1 Series Owner’s Manual OWNER’S MANUAL
Contents Insert 0 . ................................................................. 18 Activating the Key Touch Tone................................ 19 Adjusting the LCD Contrast.................................... 19 Setting the Animation Screen................................. 19 Setting up Voice Mail.................................................. 20 Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Access.......... 21 Resetting the Voice Message Waiting Indicator...... 21 Adding Accessory Handsets..................
Selecting a Ring Tone............................................. 31 Activating AutoTalk.................................................. 32 Activating Any Key Answer..................................... 32 Using your Phone....................................................... 33 Making a call from the Phonebook......................... 34 Making a call with Speed Dial................................. 34 Switching to the Handset Speakerphone during a Call..................................................
Precautions! . ............................................................. 55 Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning ................................................................. 55 Index............................................................................ 57 One Year Limited Warranty........................................
Welcome Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Multi-Handset phone. Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit.
Terminology used in this Manual Standby The handset is not in use. If the handset is on the cradle or [ /flash] or [ has been activated. No dial tone is present. CID Caller ID is available from your Telephone provider and is offered to users on a subscription basis. With this service and a display on your cordless phone, you will be able to see the incoming caller information such as name and phone number.
Product Overview Features: • 5.
Parts of the Phone The following illustrations show you all of the different parts of your phone. Handset 1 2 . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 0. . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 20. 2 . 22.
Base 26 27 23 24 25 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.
Using the Interface Reading the Handset Display The handset display uses icons to tell you the status of your phone. The table below lists the icons and what they mean. Icon Status Description Talk The privacy icon appears when Privacy mode is turned on. Talk The mute icon appears when you mute the handset. Talk The speaker icon appears when the handset speakerphone is in use. Talk This icon appears when T-coil mode is turned on.
The Standby Screen When the phone is in standby, the handset display shows the following items: • Handset 570 # *CPFUGV 0GY %+& 4'&+#. /'07 Ringer off icon (when the ringer is off)/ day of the week and time / battery icon Handset ID and Banner Number of new Caller ID calls received (If there are no new Caller ID messages, the Handset ID appears here.
Entering Text from your Phone You can use the number keypad on your handset to enter text by referring to the letters printed on each number key. When you press the number key in a text entry field, the phone displays the first letter printed on the number key. Press the number key twice to display the second letter and three times to display the third. Capital letters are displayed first, then lower case letters, then the number on the key.
Installing the Phone Choosing the Best Location When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider: • The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet (one which is not connected to a switch). • The base and handset should be kept away from sources of electrical noise such as motors, microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting. • For better reception, place the base as high as possible.
Installing the Rechargeable Battery Use only the Uniden BT-446 or BT-750 rechargeable battery pack supplied with your cordless telephone. Follow the steps below to install a battery: ) Press in on the handset battery case cover (use the finger indention for a better grip) and slide the cover downward to remove. 2) Plug the battery cable into the battery jack. Be sure to match the red and black wires to the label near the jack. The cable should snap into place. Gently pull on the battery cable.
Connecting the Base and Charging the Handset ) 2) 3) 4) 5) Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 9V jack. Connect the AC adaptor to a continuous power supply (i.e., an outlet that is not controlled by a switch). Place the handset in the base with the LCD screen facing forward. Make sure that the charge LED illuminates. If the LED does not illuminate, check to see that the AC adaptor is plugged in and the handset makes good contact with the base charging contacts.
Installing the Belt Clip ) 2) Line up the holes on each side of the handset. To attach the belt clip, insert into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. To remove the belt clip, pull either side of the belt clip to release the tabs from the holes. Connecting to the Phone Line Once the handset battery pack is fully charged, connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. Testing the connection To test your connection, try making a call.
Changing the Dial Mode (Australian Model Only) Your phone can communicate with the telephone network in two different ways: tone dial- & K C N / Q F G 6QPG ing or pulse dialing. These days, most phone networks use a method called tone dialing, 2 W N U G so your phone comes programmed for tone dialing. If your phone company uses pulse di$#%&'.'6' aling, you will need to change your phone’s dial mode.
Setting the Day & Time &C[ 6KOG /10 #/ To change the day and time shown in the display, follow the steps listed below. = ? Note: If you don’t press any keys for two minutes when setting the date and time, the $#%5#8' phone will exit the menu. ) Press the MENU soft key. Select the GLOBAL SETUP menu, and then the DAY & TIME submenu. 2) Press [ ] or [ ] to select the day of the week, and then the → soft key. 3) Press [ ] or [ ] to select hour, and then the → soft key.
Activating Distinctive Ring You can assign special ring tones to anyone in your phonebook. When your phone & K U V K P E V K X G 4 K P I gets a call, it looks up the Caller ID information in your phonebook. If you’ve assigned a 1 P Distinctive ring to that number, the phone uses it so you know who is calling. To turn on 1 H H $#%&'.'6' 1Distinctive ring, follow these steps: ) Press the MENU soft key. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the DISTINCTIVE RING submenu.
Activating the Key Touch Tone Key Touch Tone is the tone your keypad makes when keys are pressed. You can turn this - G [ 6 Q W E J 6 Q P G tone on or off. 1P ) Press the MENU soft key. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the KEY 1 H H $#%&'.'6' 1TOUCH TONE submenu. 2) Move the cursor to select ON or OFF. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. Adjusting the LCD Contrast Contrast adjusts the handset LCD brightness.
Setting up Voice Mail If you subscribe to a voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. The new message LED flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. If you have programmed your access number into your phone, you can simply press the [ ] soft key to access your voice mail. When you subscribe to the service, your voice mail provider provides you with the access number and the required voice mail signaling tone.
Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Access You can program your voice mail access number to the [ ] soft key on a station so you can get your messages at the touch of a button. Your voice mail service provider will supply you with the access number. This number may be simply a phone number. To edit the voice mail number, follow the steps below: ) Press the MENU soft key. Select HANDSET SETUP menu, then EDIT VOICE 'FKV 8AOCKN 0Q MAIL submenu. 㨫 2) Enter your personal access number (up to 20 digits).
Adding Accessory Handsets Your phone supports up to a total of ten (10) cordless handsets. (Model DSS7905 accessory handset sold separately.) Accessory handsets do not need to be connected to a phone jack. You can now place a fully-featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the handset charger. Compatible Handsets Your phone is compatible with the DSS7905 and DSS7805WP. If you purchase an accessory handset, you must register the handset to the original or main base before use.
Registering DSS7905 Accessory Handsets Your phone supports a total of ten (10) cordless handsets. Handset(s) supplied in the box with the phone base are pre-registered at the factory. If you purchase an accessory handset, you need to register the handset before use. Only one handset can be registered at a time. When charged, pre-registered handsets display a handset ID number. Handsets that have not been registered display.
Registering DSS7805WP Compatible Handsets ) 2) 3) 4) Disconnect the base AC adapter. While holding the [find hs], reconnect the AC adapter until the charge LED starts blinking. On the handset, press and hold [#] until you hear a beep. While the handset is registering, HANDSET REGISTERING will appear in the LCD. When REGISTRATION COMPLETE is displayed; the handset has been registered to the base. If REGISTRATION FAILED appears, please try these steps again.
Setting up the Phonebook Your phone allows you to store up to 100 names in your handset phonebook. Your phone shares memory between your phonebook and CID with a total of 100 entries. Once you store 100 phonebook entries, CID information will not be stored and will only display at time of new incoming calls. When Phonebook entries are full, you will hear a beep and MEMORY FULL appears. You cannot store additional names and numbers unless you delete some of the existing ones.
Assign a distinctive ring tone for this entry (Distinctive Ring). &KUVKPEVKXG 4KPI You can attach a personalized ring tone to each phonebook entry; the phone will 0Q 5GNGEVP use this ring tone when this person calls. Move the cursor to highlight one of the (NKEMGT $#%&'.'6' 120 different ring tone options. As you highlight each ring tone, you will hear a sample of that tone. When you hear the ring tone you want to use, press the OK soft key.
Once the call has connected you will then do the following. ) Press [ ]. 2) Use [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key to select the desired entry. 3) Press the Dial soft key. Finding a Phonebook Entry Phonebook entries are stored in alphabetical order. To scroll through the phonebook, press [ ] and then press [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key. Press and hold [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key to scroll through the display quickly.
Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook You can store Caller ID records or redial numbers in the phonebook so you can use them later. Go to the Caller ID or redial list and select the number you want to store. (If the Caller ID information did not include the number, then you will not be able to store it.) ) When the phone is in standby, press [ ] (on the right side of the four-way key) to open the Caller ID list, or press the REDIAL soft key to open the redial list.
Copying Phonebook Entries to another Station You can transfer stored phonebook entries from one handset to another without having to re-enter names and numbers. You can transfer one phonebook entry at a time or all phonebook entries at once. 6Q YJKEJ WPKV! ) When the phone is in standby, press [ ]. *CPFUGV 2) Press the COPY soft key. *CPFUGV $#%&'.
Customizing Your Phone Changing the Handset Banner Each handset will display a banner name once it is registered to the base. $CPPGT The default banner is Handset #1, Handset #2, etc. You can change the name your /QO U2JQPG phone displays by changing the banner display. If you have more than one handset, you can use the banner name to identify your handset during handset-to-handset functions $#%&'.'6' &'.'6' 1like intercom. The banner lets you customize the name your handset displays.
Selecting a Ring Tone You may choose from 10 melodies or 10 tones for your phone’s primary ring tone. Each station can use a different ring tone or melody.
Activating AutoTalk AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the cradle. You do not have to press any keys to answer the call. ) Press the MENU soft key 2) Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the AUTO TALK submenu. 3) Select ON or OFF, and press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. Activating Any Key Answer #WVQ 6CNM 1P 1HH $#%- &'.
Using your Phone From a cordless handset Making a call ) 2) 3) 4) ) 2) 3) ) Answering a call 2) Hanging up ) From a handset speakerphone Remove the handset from the charging cradle. Press [ /flash]. Listen for the dial tone. Dial the number. OR Remove the handset from the charging cradle. Dial the number. Press [ /flash]. ) 2) 3) 4) ) 2) 3) Remove the handset from the charging cradle. Press [ ]. Listen for the dial tone. Dial the number. OR Remove the handset from the charging cradle.
Making a call from the Phonebook ) 2) 3) When the phone is in standby, press [ ] to open the phonebook. Scroll through the list with the [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function keys until you find the phonebook entry you want to call. (See Finding a Phonebook Entry on page 27). Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset. Or ) 2) 3) 4) Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset. Press [ ] to open the phonebook.
Using Caller ID, Call Waiting and Redial Lists If you subscribe to Caller ID from your phone company, your phone will show you the caller’s phone number and name (if available) whenever a call comes in. If you subscribe to both Call Waiting and Caller ID, the phone also shows you the name and the number of any call that comes in while you are on the line. Note: • If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (for example, before the second ring), the Caller ID message may not appear.
Making a call from a Caller ID Record ) 2) 3) When the phone is in standby, press [ ] (on the right side of the four-way key) to open the Caller ID list. Use [ ] or [ ] to find the Caller ID record you want to dial. Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset to dial the number. ) 2) 3) 4) Press [ /flash] on the handset or [ ] on the handset. Press [ ] to open the Caller ID list. Use [ ] or [ ] to find the Caller ID you want to dial. Press the DIAL soft key to dial the number.
Using Call Waiting If you have Call Waiting service and a second call comes in when you are on the phone, a call waiting tone will sound. (If you subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting, the handset displays the name and phone number of the waiting call.) For Australian Model: Press [ /flash] and then [2] on the handset to accept the waiting call. The first caller is put on hold, and you will hear the new caller after a short pause. To return to the original caller, press [ /flash] and then [2] again.
Redialing a Number You can quickly redial the last 3 numbers dialed on each handset. ) With the phone in standby, press the REDIAL soft key to open the redial list. 2) Use [ / ] to scroll through the redial list. 3) When you find the number you want to dial, press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset to dial the number. Note: • If the number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained in redial memory. • If the redial memory is empty, you will hear a beep.
Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker Volume Adjusting the Ringer Volume You can choose from three ringer volume settings on the handset (off, low, high). With the phone in standby, use [ / ] on the four-way function key to adjust the ringer volume. Adjusting the Speaker Volume Ear speaker: You can choose from six volume levels for the earpiece speaker. To adjust the earpiece volume while on a call, press [ ] (to make it louder) or [ ] (to make it softer).
The handset will remain in “T-coil” mode for all future calls or until the “T-coil” mode is turned off. To turn off the “T-coil” mode perform the following steps on your handset: While on a call: ) Press and hold [mute] for at least 5 seconds or until a beep tone is heard. 2) The “T-coil” mode icon will no longer appear on the handset LCD display. Note: Using the T-coil mode may shorten the amount of time you can talk on your handset between battery charges.
Conferencing If you have more than one handset, up to three people can participate in a conference call. A three-way conference call consists of an outside line, and two handsets. You can easily join a call already in progress. ) Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset to join the call. 2) To hang up, return the handset to the cradle or press [ ] on the handset. The other party will still be connected to the call. Transferring a Call *QNF VQ VTCPUHGT You can transfer a call from one station to another.
Using Special Features Muting the Ringer (One Call Only) While the phone is ringing, press the MUTE soft key on the handset to mute the ringer for this call. The phone will ring again normally on the next call. (The handset must be off the cradle to mute the ringer.) Muting the Microphone Mute turns off the microphone so the caller cannot hear you. The display shows the MUTE ON icon while the microphone is muted. ) While you are on a call, press the MUTE soft key or [mute].
Using the DirectLink Feature A pair of handsets (or two pairs of handsets at one time) can function as two-way radios. This feature is called DirectLink and will not interfere with the base’s ability to make or receive telephone calls while in use. To activate, you must set both handsets to the DirectLink feature. While using this feature, these two handsets will not be able to make or receive normal phone calls until this operation is canceled; however, other handsets will function normally.
Intercom Making an Intercom Page You can use the intercom to talk to another station without using the phone line. ) With the phone in standby, press [int’com/hold]. 2) Use [ ] or [ ] to select the handset you want to talk with, and then press the OK soft key. If you select ALL, all other registered handsets will be paged. An intercom tone sounds. To cancel intercom, press [ ] on either handset.
Room Monitor This feature allows you to monitor sounds in another room. Place a handset in the room you wish to monitor; it will function as a microphone. Another handset can be set to function as a remote speaker, allowing you to monitor sounds in the room. ) Press the MENU soft key and enter ROOM MONITOR menu. TO ROOM MONITOR appears. 2) Select the handset you want to monitor by using [ ] or [ ]. 3) Press the OK soft key.
Tone Dialing Switch Over If your telephone company requires pulse dialing, you can switch to tone dialing after the call connects. This feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use automated menu systems, such as telephone bank tellers, telephone prescription refills, customer support menus, etc. If your phone is set to pulse dialing, make your call normally. Once your call connects, press [ tone/<] on the handset. Any digits you enter from then on will be sent as tone dialing.
Maintenance Specifications Operating Temperature 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C) AC Adapter Part Number Base: AAD-041S(M) or AAD-041S Charging Cradle: AAD-600S(M) or AAD-600S Input Voltage Base: 240V AC, 50Hz Charging Cradle: 240V AC, 50Hz Output Voltage Base: 9V DC @ 350mA Charging Cradle: 9V DC @ 210mA Battery Part Number Capacity BT-446 3.6V DC @ 800mAh or BT-750 3.6V DC @ 750mAh Notes: • Use only the supplied AAD-041S(M) or AAD-041S and AAD-600S(M) or AAD-600S AC adapters.
Battery Replacement and Handling With average use, your phone’s battery should last approximately one year. To order replacement batteries, please contact Uniden’s Parts Department. The contact information is listed on the back cover page. Cleaning the Battery Contacts To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the handset once a month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub the damp cloth over the charging contacts until all visible dirt is removed.
Low Battery Alert When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. When LOW BATTERY appears in the display and the phone is in standby, none of the keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as .QY $CVVGT[ quickly as possible, and return the handset to the charging cradle. The battery pack needs to be charged when the empty battery icon appears.
Troubleshooting Resetting the Handset You may need to reset your handset in the following instances: • You lose a handset and purchase a new one. When you try and register to your existing base you get registration failure. • You are unable to register any handsets to the base. • You had a base which needed to be exchanged by the manufacturer. When you register your existing handsets to the base, the handsets say #3 and #4, but you only have 2 handsets.
Changing the Digital Security Code The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base. Your unit ships from the manufacturer with a preset security code. Resetting this code is not normally necessary. In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code or if you are instructed to change this code by a manufacturer’s Call Center Representative, you can change the code by: .
Common Issues If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. If these steps do not solve your problem, please call our Customer Hotline. See back cover page for contact information. Symptom Suggestion The charge LED won’t illuminate when the handset is placed in the cradle. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base or the charger (if you have more than one handset) and wall outlet. • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the cradle.
Symptom Suggestion The Caller ID does not display. • The call was placed through a switchboard. • Call your telephone provider to verify your Caller ID service is current. There may be a problem with your Caller ID service. You cannot register the handset at the base. • Charge the battery pack in the handset for 15-20 hours. • Change the Digital Security Code (see page 51). • Make sure you have not stored 10 handsets already. The handset doesn’t communicate with other handsets.
Liquid Damage Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. Follow the suggestions below if your phone gets wet. Exterior If the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior plastic housing is affected, wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. Interior If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic housing (i.e. liquid can be heard in the phone or liquid has entered the handset battery compartment or vent openings on the base): Handset: .
Precautions! Before you read anything else, please observe the following: Warning! Uniden 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. The rechargeable batteries contained in this equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire. Do not short-circuit the battery.
Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories. Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: . Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 2.
Index A Adding Accessory Handsets.................... 22, 23 Animation screen......................... 19 Answering a Call......................... 33 Any Key Answer.......................... 32 AutoTalk....................................... 32 B Battery Contacts Maintenance.... 48 Battery Replacement and Handling........................... 48 C Caller ID on Call Waiting............. 17 Chain Dialing............................... 26 Conferencing...............................
S Speaker Volume.......................... 39 Speed Dial............................. 26, 34 T T-coil............................................ 39 Talk and Standby Times.............. 49 V Voice Mail.................................... 20 Voice Mail Programming............. 21 Voice Mail Tone........................... 20 Voice Message Waiting Indicator Reset................................
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One Year Limited Warranty Warrantor: Uniden Australia Pty Limited A.B.N. 58 001 865 498 Uniden New Zealand Limited Warranty is only valid in the original country of purchase. STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the Product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, the warrantor at its discretion, will repair the defect or replace the Product and return it to you without charge for parts or service.
©2007 Uniden Australia Pty Limited/Uniden New Zealand Limited Part Code UPZZ01856BZ(0) Printed in China
