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UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Contents Welcome/Features Controls and Functions Terms Used in this Manual Getting Started 2 3 5 Installing the Phone and Outdoor Weather Sensor 6 A. Choose the Best Location Base and Handset 6 B. Install the Rechargeable Battery Pack into the Handset 8 C. Connect the Base, Set up the Outdoor Weather Sensor and Charge the Handset 9 D. Mount the Outdoor Weather Sensor on a Wall 11 E.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 2 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Welcome 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. Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit. The color of your cordless phone may vary.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 3 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Controls and Functions Handset 1 2 5 3 8. 9. 6 4 7 12 13 8 14 9 10 11 15 16 17 18 19 [3] CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 4 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Base 22 29 30 23 24 20 25 21 26 27 28 Outside Weather Sensor 31 32 33 20. Base charging contacts 21. Charge/in use and VMWI (Voice Mail Waiting Indicator) LED 22. Snooze button (page 18) 23. LCD display 24. Alarm switch (page 17) 25. Find handset key (pages 41 and 43) 26. Select key (page 14) 27. or (scroll) key (page 14 and 17) 28. Enter key (page 14) 29. DC IN 9V jack 30. Telephone line jack 31. Channel switch (page 10) 32.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 5 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Terms Used in this Manual [5] TERMS USED IN THIS MANUAL www.uniden.com TE RM S U S E D I N TH I S M A N UA L • Standby Mode - The handset may be sitting in or off the base, but is NOT in use. The talk/flash key has not been pressed and there is no dial tone. • Talk Mode - The handset is off the base and the talk/flash key has been pressed, enabling a dial tone.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 6 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note Do the following steps: A. B. C. D. E.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 7 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Outdoor Weather Sensor The outdoor weather sensor monitors the outdoor temperature, air pressure, and humidity and sends the received data to the base. Proper installation of outdoor weather sensors improves the accuracy of the readings. Excessive heat, wind, and moisture can affect the sensor's readings.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 8 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM The handset is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. The battery recharges automatically when the handset is placed in the base unit. 1) Press down 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 pack connector (red & black wires) into the jack inside the battery compartment. (The connector notches fit into the grooves of the jack only one way.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 9 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. •Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply. •Place the base unit close to the AC outlet to avoid long extension cords. The base will attempt to contact the outdoor weather sensor for five minutes after it is first connected. Install the Alkaline batteries in the outdoor weather sensor immediately after connecting the base to power.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 10 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 4) Replace the cover and tighten the knob with a screwdriver or a coin. ! •Use only the Alkaline batteries supplied with your outdoor weather sensor. 5) Place the handset in the base unit with the keypad facing forward. Set up the outdoor weather sensor according to page 7. •The base LCD will blink and prompt you to set the time. See "A. Set the Time" on page 14 for the instructions on how to set the time.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 11 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Follow the instructions below to mount the outdoor weather sensor on the wall. See page 7 to make sure you are mounting the weather sensor in the best location. • Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall. • Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the outdoor weather sensor.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 12 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM G E T T I N G S TA R T E D E. Mount the Base Unit on a Wall 1 4 Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate. 1) Plug the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack. 2) Route the AC adapter cord through the molded wiring channel as shown. 3) Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 4) Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack. Route the cord through the molded wiring channel as shown.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 13 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following: • Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall. • Try to mount your phone within 5 feet of a working phone jack to avoid excessive cord lengths.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 14 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM To set the following four options, you must enter the base setup menu mode. To scroll through the menu options, repeatedly press the select key in standby mode. The system returns to standby after the each last menu option. • If any of the following occurs during menu setup, you will have to select start over with the procedure you were performing. Time -Caller ID message is received select -The alarm switch is changed to set.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 15 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Press and hold the and minute on the display. keys to scroll quickly through the numbers for hour and B. Set the Date THU JAN 1 2004 ALARM OFF 12:00 AM 1) 2) 3) 4) Press the select key on the base twice. Use the and keys to select the year (2004-2030) and then press the enter key. Use the and keys to set the month, and then press the enter key. Use the and keys to set the day (1-31), and then press the enter key.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 16 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 1) Press the select key on the base three times. Use the and keys to choose Temperature °F or Temperature °C and then press the enter key. The setting is complete, and the phone returns to standby mode. D. Set Display Backlight 1) Press the select key on the base four times. 2) Use the and keys to choose Backlight High or Backlight Low and then press the enter key.
CH08'_Direct&Others.fm Page 17 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:55 PM G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Set the Alarm Clock note •If the alarm setting is on and the time you have set comes, the alarm will ring. Set the Alarm WED FEB 2 2005 ALARM SET 12:00 AM •The alarm operation is completely independent from the handset operation. The alarm tone continues to ring despite any handset operation.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 18 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM When the alarm is set and the selected time comes, the alarm tone rings for ten minutes. To turn off the alarm tone, slide the alarm switch to off, and then ALARM OFF appears on the display. Snooze Feature note If the alarm is reset while the snooze feature is on, the phone returns to standby mode. To stop the alarm tone temporarily, press the snooze button. The alarm tone will ring again in five minutes.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 19 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM There are five basic options that you will need to set up: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), Area Code, Dial Mode and Language. Activating AutoTalk (on/off) AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the base. You do not have to press any keys. 1) With the phone in standby mode, press and hold the call id/menu key. The following screen appears. 2) Press the select key to turn AutoTalk on.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 20 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM /vol/ key to select CI D CW. 3) Press the select key to toggle and turn on Caller ID on Call Waiting. 4) Press the end key and return the handset to the base unit to complete the setting. The handset returns to standby mode. Entering Your Area Code If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the A r ea C od e option, your local area code does not appear in Caller ID messages.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 21 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note •If you are not sure of your dialing system, make a trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is. Otherwise, set for pulse dialing. •If your phone system requires pulse dialing and you need to send DTMF tones during a call, you can temporarily switch over to tone dialing. (Refer to “Tone Dialing Switch-over” on page 40.) Choosing the Dialing Mode (pulse vs. tone) Most phone systems use tone dialing.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 22 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM E n g. (English), Fr. (French) or E sp 4) Press the end key to complete the setting. The handset returns to standby mode. Selecting the Ring Tone and Volume Your phone has two different ringer tones (A and B) and two different volumes for each (low and high). 1) With the phone in standby mode, press the /vol/ or /vol/ key to cycle through Ringer A High, Ringer A Low, Ringer B High, Ringer B Low, and Ringer Off.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 23 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note The speed dial memory allows you to store up to 10 names and numbers in the handset. You can dial these numbers with just a few key presses. The speed dial memory is not limited to phone numbers. You can store any number (up to 20 digits) that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing. For example, you can save your bank account number to speed dial memory.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 24 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note 4) Enter a name according to the instructions below, then press the select key. If no name is required, go to "Entering phone numbers" on page 25. • The name can be up to 13 characters. • Use the #/→ and /tone/← keys to move the cursor to the desired location. • Use the delete/channel key to delete characters as needed. • Press and hold the delete/channel key to delete all the characters.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 25 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM For example, to enter Movies. 1) Press 6. Then press the #/→ key to move the cursor to the right. 2) Press 6 six times. 3) Press 8 six times. 4) Press 4 six times. 5) Press 3 five times. 6) Press 7 eight times. Number of times key is pressed keys 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2abc 3def 4ghi 5jkl 6mno 7pqrs 8tuv 9wxyz GETTING STARTED 0 oper Entering phone numbers 1) Store Number is displayed.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 26 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note You cannot store a Caller ID message if no phone number appears in the message. 4) Press the end key to exit memory setup mode. The phone returns to standby. Storing Caller ID Messages in Speed Dial Memory Messages (Caller ID names/numbers) shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing. For instructions on viewing the Caller ID Message list, see page 28. 1) Press the call id/menu key.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 27 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note •If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (for 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 international calls.) •When the call is via a private branch exchange (PBX), the caller's phone number and name may not appear.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 28 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Private Number Unknown Name Unknown Number Data errors appear as ¨ ¨. Viewing the Caller ID Message List 1) With the phone in standby mode, press the call id/menu key on the handset. The summary screen appears. The screen shows the number of new messages and total messages. 2) Press the /vol/ key to view the messages from the most recent to the oldest. Press the /vol/ key to view messages from the oldest to the most recent.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 29 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM note The cordless phone stores up to 30 Caller ID names/numbers. If the phone receives the 31st Caller ID, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. •While using the Delete All? or Delete Message? screen, if no key is pressed for more than 30 seconds, an error tone sounds, and the handset returns to standby mode.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 30 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Reading the Weather Display at the Base Example of the standby mode display Time Day of the week and date Alarm setting time The phase of the moon The barometric trend Weather forecast The tide level Outdoor temperature Outdoor humidity Indoor temperature Indoor humidity www.uniden.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 31 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM A. The Weather Forecast The Weather Forecast system displays the weather type forecasted for the next 12 hours to 24 hours. There are three types of Weather: Sunny, Cloudy or Rainy. These weather types are displayed on the base with the icons shown below: Sunny Cloudy Rainy B.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 32 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM C. The Phases of the Moon The phases of the moon system displays the current phase of the moon using the 12 icons shown below. The phases of the moon displayed depend on the date and time set on the base; if an incorrect date or time is set on the base, the phases of the moon may not display correctly.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 33 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM D. The Tide Level The tide level system displays the current tide level using the three icons shown below. The tide level displayed depends on the date and time set on the base; if an incorrect date or time is set on the base, the tide level may not display correctly. High Tide Mid Tide Low Tide E. Indoor and Outdoor Temperature and Humidity The weather system displays temperature and humidity for both the indoors and the outdoors.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 34 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Reading the Weather Data from the Handset You can check the temperature, humidity and weather forecast from the handset. note 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) With phone in standby or talk mode, press the key on the handset. The display flashes C on n ec t in g ; the data from the base appears on the handset display for ten seconds. key.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 35 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Making and Receiving Calls note Refer to page 19 "Basic Phone Setup" to turn on the AutoTalk feature if desired. Making a call 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Press the talk/flash key. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Dial the number. OR 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Dial the number. 3) Press the talk/flash key. Receiving a call Hanging up Press the end key or return the handset to the base. [35] USING YOUR PHONE www.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 36 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Redialing the last dialed number 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Press the talk/flash key. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Press the redial/pause key. OR 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Press the redial/pause key. 3) Press the talk/flash key. Making Calls from Speed Dial Memory 1) Press the mem key. The handset displays your programmed speed dial number.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 37 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Making a Call from the Caller ID List note You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your cordless phone is connected to a private branch exchange (PBX). You can place a call from the Caller ID list. 1) With the phone is standby mode, press the call id/menu key on the handset. Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing the /vol/ or /vol/ key.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 38 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Using a Headset Headset installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. 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 47.) 1) Place the headset on your head so the speaker covers your ear. The other end of the headset should rest comfortably against the side of your head above your ear.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 39 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 1) Remove the handset from the base and place the headset on your head with the earpiece over either ear. 2) Dial the number. Receiving calls with the headset 1) Place the headset on your head with the earpiece over either ear and remove the handset from the base. (If AutoTalk is on, the phone will automatically answer the call when your pick it up.) 2) Press the talk/flash key.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 40 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Tone Dialing Switch-over If your telephone company requires pulse dialing, you can switchover to tone dialing after the call connects. This feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use any automated menu systems, such as telephone bank tellers, telephone prescription refills, customer support menus, etc. note If your phone is set to pulse dialing mode, make your call normally. Once your call connects, press the /tone/← key.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 41 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Finding a Lost Handset To locate the handset, press the find handset key on the base. The handset beeps for 60 seconds. To cancel paging, press any key on the handset, return the handset to the base, or press the find handset key on the base. Paging is canceled automatically when the phone receives and incoming call. Using Call Waiting If you have Call Waiting service, you can receive calls while on the line.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 42 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Voice Mail Waiting Indicator If you subscribe to voice mail service, you can use your cordless telephone to access your voice mailbox. The charge/in use LED on the base of your phone flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. note Just dial the access number supplied by your voice mail provider to enter your mailbox. You can program your voice mail access number to a speed dial number.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 43 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Changing the Digital Security Code To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the cordless phone provides AutoSecureTM (which electrically locks your phone when the handset is in the base) and Random CodeTM digital security which automatically selects one of over 262,000 digital security codes for the handset and base.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 44 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Low battery alert (Handset) 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 not in use, L o w Ba t te r y appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, L o w Ba t te r y flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 45 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 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.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 46 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 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. Dry the contacts thoroughly before returning the handset to the base. 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. www.uniden.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 47 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM General Information The phone complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Operating temperature: -10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F) (for Base & Handset) Operating temperature: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) (for Outdoor Weather Sensor) AC Adapter Information AC Adapter part number: AD-314 Input Voltage: 120V AC 60Hz Output Voltage: 9V DC 350 mA Battery Information (for Handset) Battery part number: BT-905(for Handset) Capacity: 600 mAh, 3.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 48 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom Suggestion The charge/in use LED won't illuminate when the handset is placed in the base. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base. • Make sure the charging contacts on the handset are clean. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 49 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Symptom Suggestion The handset doesn't ring or receive a page. • The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery for 15-20 hours. • The handset may be too far from the base unit. • Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects. • Change the digital security code (see page 43). • Check the battery pack to ensure there is a secure connection. • Make sure ringer volume isn't set to turned "off.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 50 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Suggestion Voice Message Indication does not work. • Contact your local telephone company to make sure that your telephone receives FSK message signaling. • Reset the indicator by pressing and holding the find handset key for 5 seconds. The outdoor temperature and humidity doesn't appear on the base display. • Check the battery status of the outdoor weather sensor.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 51 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone and outdoor weather sensor. In case of accidental submersion, please follow these steps. Case Action If the handset, base or outdoor weather Wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. sensor is exposed to moisture or liquid, but it only affects the exterior plastic housing. If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic housing (i.e.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 52 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 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-cadmium battery. •Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 53 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 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.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 54 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM 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.
UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 55 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM Index A AC adapter information . . . . . . . Access the weather data from the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alarm clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AutoTalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B Base display icons . . . . . . . . . . Basic phone setup . . . . . . . . . . Battery pack (handset) Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacement and handling . . .
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UP033BH_EXI7246C.book Page 58 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 2:14 PM At Uniden, we'll take care of you! If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at or visit our web site at www.uniden.com 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.
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