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EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:38 Page 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Handset antenna Headset jack cover Handset battery compartment Handset ringer switch Handset earpiece LCD display Talk key Volume/Cursor down/ character select key Caller ID key Tone/Backspace key Redial/Pause key Select/Channel key Handset microphone Volume/Cursor up/ character select key Flash key Memory key Delete/Intercom key Cursor forward key Mute/Ring key Options key Handset contact 22. 23.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 2 Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXAI 8985 cordless telephone. This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance. INTRODUCTION TO YOUR NEW PHONE Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 5 CONTENTS OF YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL Getting Started Introduction / Features...............inside front cover Controls and Functions ..............inside front cover Getting Started Read this first..........................................................4 Step 1: Checking the package contents ...............5 Step 2: Setting up the base unit ...........................6 Mounting the base unit on a wall ...........9 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack .....................
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 4 This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps; Step 1 (page 5) 4 GETTING STARTED Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 6 to 10) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Base unit Step 3 (page 11 to12) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. You have to charge the battery pack for 12-15 hours before using the phone.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 5 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 (see below). • Base unit • Rechargeable battery pack (BT-905) • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420) • Telephone line cord • Wall mount adapter • This Owner's Manual • Precautions and Important Safety Instructions • Registration Card • Beltclip Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 6 Do the following steps. • Choose the best location • Connect the base unit • Choose the dialing mode Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 7 Connect the base unit If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 9. Place the power cord so it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard. 1 2 3 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Set the base unit on a desk or tabletop and place the handset on the base unit.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 8 Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. Polarity of the plug 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. If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone company for assistance.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 9 Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. 1 1 2 3 2-7 4 5 6 7 Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. Plug the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone outlet. Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel. Then wrap the cord around the strain relief notch.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 10 8 9 On the base unit, pull the handset retainer out of the slot. Rotate it clockwise 180 degrees. Flip the retainer from front to back. Slide it back into the slot so that the lip of the retainer is up and the oval is down. The retainer holds the handset in place. Direct wall plate mounting If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:23 Page 11 Charge the battery pack for 12-15 hours before you start using your phone. 1 2 Use only Uniden Battery BT-905. 3 4 Remove the battery cover. Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity (black and red wires), then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. Slide the battery cover forward until it snaps into place. Place the handset on the base with the keys and display facing upward.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 12 Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged • Seven hours continuous use. • Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode. Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a long period of time. For optimum performance, be sure to return the handset to the base unit after a telephone call.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 13 There are three Caller ID setup options available; they are AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), and Area Code. Auto Talk allows you to answer the phone without pressing the button. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is on, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is off, you must press to answer the call.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 14 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. When reviewing Caller ID messages, you will see only the local seven digit number. For calls received from outside your local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number. If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing, do not program this option. (See page 39.) 1 2 Press 3 Press 4 5 6 When the phone is in the standby mode, press .
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 15 From the handset Dialing from standby 1 2 3 4 Pick up the handset. Dial the phone number. Press . To hang up, press handset to the base. or return the Dialing from talk mode 1 2 3 Pick up the handset and press . Dial the phone number. To hang up, press handset to the base. or return the From the base BASICS The base microphone is located under the phone. Position yourself as near to the base as possible and speak clearly. 1 2 3 Press .
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 16 From the handset 1 2 3 4 The phone rings. “Incoming Call” appears on the display. Press if not in Auto Talk mode. Press any key (except ) if in Auto Talk mode. “ Talk” appears on the display. Then the earpiece volume is displayed for 2 seconds. The call-time display starts when you begin to talk. Press or place the handset on the base to hang up. The call time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. From the base 1 2 3 16 The phone rings.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 17 You can turn off the base or the handset microphone so that the person you are talking with cannot hear you. When speaking with the base 1 2 Press during a telephone call. The microphone is turned off. To cancel mute, press . , or When speaking with the handset 1 Press call. during a telephone The microphone is turned off. 2 To cancel mute, press or . When the phone is ringing You can temporarily mute the handset’s ringer by pressing when the phone rings.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 18 Handset ringer tone In the standby mode, press . Each time is pressed, the ringer tone setting changes and the selected ringer tone sounds for 2 seconds. Handset ringer switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. ringer off on ringer off on Handset earpiece volume Pressing or during a telephone call will change the earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 19 From the handset The last three phone numbers entered can be quickly redialed. Redialing from Standby 1 If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redialing. 2 Press . The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display. Press again. Each press of will display one of the last three numbers dialed. Most recent 3 Press dialed. .
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 20 Redialing from talk mode 1 2 3 Press . “Talk” appears flashing on the display. Press . The last number dialed will be displayed, and redialed. To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. From the base 1 2 3 To call the last number dialed from the base, press . Press Press . to finish the call. During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise increases.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 21 Intercom from the base to handset 1 2 3 Press on the base. The handset beeps. Press or on the handset. Speak into the handset microphone to answer the base. To turn off the intercom, press on the handset or on the base. Intercom from the handset to base 1 2 3 Press The base beeps. on the handset. At the base, press or . Speak into the base microphone to answer the page. To turn off the intercom, press on the handset or on the base.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 22 To transfer from the handset to the base 1 2 3 Press on the handset while speaking on the handset. The caller is put on hold and the intercom tone sounds on the base. Press or on the base. The intercom mode is activated, but the caller is still on hold. To transfer the call to the base, press on the handset. To cancel the transfer, press on the base. To transfer from the base to the handset 1 2 3 22 Press on the base while speaking on the speaker phone.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:24 Page 23 Your EXAI 8985 stores up to 20 names and numbers in the handset plus 10 numbers in the base. On the handset Example: To store a name (MOM AND DAD) and number (8175553300) in memory location 03. 1 MEMORY DIALING You must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. If you return the handset in the base the phone will return to standby too. Press and you can go to memory menu at any time. 2 3 Press and hold until “Memory Store” is displayed.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 4 5 6 Page 24 Use the , , , , or keys to enter the name. The name cannot exceed 13 characters. • Use the and key to scroll through the character menu. It contains upper and lower case letters and various characters. • Use the and keys to move the cursor to the desired location. • Use the key to delete characters as needed. Press . “Store Number” is displayed. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the number to be entered.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 25 On the base You can store only numbers in the base. 1 2 3 Press . The status LED blinks. Dial the number you wish to store. Press . Enter the memory location number (0-9) on the keypad. A confirmation tone indicates the number is stored.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 26 From the handset Dialing from standby 1 You must press key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. You may also press to access a memory menu at any time. If you press before , you can confirm the name and number stored in the selected memory location. To exit the memory function without dialing, press . The handset returns to standby. 26 2 3 Press . The handset displays your programmed memory locations.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 27 Display a Programmed Number Use the and keys to toggle between the names display and the numbers display. Program name Program number When the stored phone number has 14 or more digits, “ \ “ is displayed next to the 12th digit. Press to see the extra digits and to return. Dialing from talk mode 1 2 3 Press . “Talk” flashes and the volume setting appears. Press . Enter a two-digit number (01-20) to select the memory location of the desired phone number.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 28 From the base 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 28 Press Press . . Press the number keypad to select the memory location you wish to dial. Press to finish the call. Press and hold until “Memory Store” is displayed. Press and or enter a two-digit number (01-20) to select the memory location you would like to edit. Press . The following screen appears with the memory location number that you have selected in the display.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 4 5 6 7 8 Page 29 Press the or key to select “Edit Memory”, then press . The following screen appears. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the name to be edited. When a name has not been stored, the cursor appears at the beginning of the second line. Press , , , , or the name. (See page 23.) To edit only the phone number, skip this step. to edit Press . The following screen appears.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 30 With the handset 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 30 Press and hold until “Memory Store” is displayed. Press and or enter a twodigit number (01-20) to select the memory location (01 - 20) you would like to edit. Press . The following screen appears with the memory location number that you have selected in the display. Press to move the pointer down to “Delete Memory” command line. Press . The following confirmation screen appears. Press to move the pointer to “Yes”. Press or .
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 31 With the base 1 2 3 Press . The status LED blinks. Press again. Enter the memory location number (0-9) of the number you wish to delete. The status LED goes out. A confirmation tone indicates the number has been erased.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 32 The Uniden EXAI 8985 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base, and outside line. Dialing from the 3-way conversation mode is possible only from the handset. When speaking on the handset 1 2 Press on the base to join the 3-way conversation. This will set the 3-way conversation mode. To hang up, press on the base. The handset remains connected to the call.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 33 You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your telephone company to use this feature. CALLER ID FEATURES 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. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and the number of calls. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number, and store the information for memory dialing.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 1 Page 34 When the Caller ID message is received, the display shows the caller’s phone number, along with the date and time. The incoming call information is stored in Caller ID record. If the Caller ID service includes the caller’s name, the caller's name appears on the display (up to 15 letters). If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (Example: before the second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:25 Page 35 The Caller ID list stores information for up to 50 incoming calls - even unanswered calls. If a call comes in via a telephone system that does not offer Caller ID service, no information is stored. 1 2 “End” appears when you have received all messages in the Caller ID list. Press repeatedly to return to the summary screen. 3 4 Press . The summery screen appears. The screen shows the number of new messages and total messages.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 36 The EXAI 8985 stores up to 50 messages. If the phone receives the 51st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. Deleting a Caller ID message 1 2 3 If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is canceled and the telephone returns to standby so you can answer the call. 4 Press . Display the message to be deleted from the Caller ID list by pressing or . Press screen appears. Press “No”.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 37 Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers 1 2 3 4 Press . Press screen appears. Press “No”. Press or . The following to select “Yes” or or . When the pointer is at “Yes”: A tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted. When the pointer is at “No”: The display returns to the summary screen.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 38 Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXAI 8985 stores up to 50 messages. 1 When a long distance call has been set, “1” appears in the display. 2 Press . Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing or . Press . The displayed phone number will be dialed. You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your EXAI 8985 is connected to private branch exchange (PBX).
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 39 Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing The phone number of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing. 1 You can not store a Caller ID message if no phone number appears in the message. If no key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to the standby mode. If there is an incoming call or page, memory storage is canceled and the telephone is set to receive the incoming call or page. 2 3 4 Press .
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 40 “Caller ID” and “Call waiting” are separate services. CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. You must subscribe to the "Caller ID with call waiting (CIDCW)" service from your telephone company before you can use the following features. The “Call waiting” service can also be used independently. Please contact your telephone company for details.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 41 Your EXAI 8985 gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button, you can ask the caller to hold or conference them into your current call. You may be required to subscribe to call waiting and call waiting options to use these features. Not all features are available in all areas. Check with your local telephone company for details. Selecting an Option 1 You can also answer a call waiting call immediately by pressing the key.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 42 42 THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE The EXAI 8985 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 for others who use the phone, or to announce a special message to callers when you're away from your phone.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 43 Turning the answering system on/off 1 2 To turn the answering system on, press . The current greeting message is played and a tone sounds. To turn the answering system off, press again. Setting the clock The clock on EXAI 8985 Answering System starts when power is applied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time. 1 2 Press or multiple times to scroll through days, hours, minutes, etc.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 44 Setting your greeting When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a preset message or your own personal greeting. ª Preset Message The following message is prerecorded: "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone." ª Recording your personal greeting 1 2 Press and hold until you hear a tone. Start recording your message immediately after you hear the tone end.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 45 Selecting the message record time You can set your answering system to record messages up to one or four minutes long. One minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 1. Four minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 4. ª Announce only feature: The announce only feature plays an outgoing message, but it will not allow the caller to leave a message. Move the REC TIME switch to the ANN position. The message counter LED displays “ ” when system is on standby.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 46 Setting ring time switch The ring time/toll saver switch allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before the answering system plays your outgoing message. You can set the switch to answer after two rings or after four rings. Once the greeting has started, you can stop it when you pick up the call at the handset or base. If you answer at another phone extension and the greeting has started, you cannot stop the message.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 47 Playing your message To stop playing your messages, press again. The base LED shows the number of total messages on the display. If the display is blinking, then there are new messages waiting for you. The EXAI 8985 is designed to play your new messages first. After you play your new messages you can then play your old messages. 1 2 3 Press . The system announces the number of new and old messages, then the incoming messages are played.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:26 Page 48 Repeating a message 1 Pressing before 2 seconds (4 seconds from remote) of the message has played causes the system to scan back one message. 2 3 Press to review your message. The number of stored messages is announced. After a message has played for a few seconds, press to repeat the message. Press at any time to stop reviewing messages and return to standby. The message counter LED shows the total number of messages remaining on the system.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 49 Deleting a message ª Deleting individual message 1 2 When you press , you are permanently deleting the message. Once deleted, the message cannot be replayed. to review your message. If you decide to delete a message, press anytime during the message. The system beeps and immediately goes to the next message. 3 ª The voice memo function is completely independent of the outgoing message. It’s handy for leaving others a quick message.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 50 Recording a conversation You can record up to 10 minutes of conversation while you are making your call from the handset. 1 A recorded conversation is treated as a typical message and will be added to the stored messages. 2 During the conversation from the handset. Press and hold on the base. The unit begins recording and the LED blinks. Both parties can hear tones every 15 seconds. To stop the recording, press or .
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 51 Remote access away from home You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete messages, even to record a new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the room. 1 2 3 You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering command waiting mode or the answering system automatically hangs up and returns to standby.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 52 Remote room monitor You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and monitor sounds in the room where your base is installed. You cannot use # and * while the new messages are playing. Press # then 5 to stop message playback first and go to step 5. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Call your telephone number. While the answering machine is activated, press # and your PIN code. The answering system begins announcing the time and day. Press # then 5 to stop the message.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 53 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 page 4.) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack is removed, the digital security code will be lost.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 54 To attach the beltclip To remove the beltclip Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. 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, simply plug the headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversation.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 55 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 for a replacement battery. RECYCLING NICKELCADMIUM BATTERIES Ni-Cd NICKELCADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the battery pack.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 56 TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR NEW PHONE If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. 56 Symptom Suggestion The status light won't come on when the handset is placed in the base unit. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base unit and wall outlet. • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base unit. • Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and base unit are clean. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 57 Symptom Suggestion 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. The caller ID disappears. • The handset was picked up before the second ring. The caller ID does not display • The call was placed through a switch board.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 58 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
EXAI8985 7/25/00 17:27 Page 59 0-9 3-way conferencing..............32 A Answering device Features...........................42 Setting up........................43 Using ...............................47 P, Q Package contents....................5 B R Base ringer switch................18 Battery pack Preparing and charging..11 Replacement and handling ..........................55 Receiving a call ....................16 Redialing a call .....................19 Handset ringer tone .............
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