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EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 2 Contents WELCOME/FEATURES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS GETTING STARTED Read This First Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Terminology Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Setting Caller ID Options Selecting a Language BASICS Making and Receiving Calls Redialing a Call Ringer Volume Setup Ringer Tone Setting Distinctive Ringer Setup Adjusting the Earpiece Volume Mute Microphone Tone Dialing Switch-over Traveling Out-of-Range Selecti
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 Welcome Features 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 3 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 4 The EXT1460 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERY Remove the cover. Step 2 Connecting CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE TO SELECT CALLER ID OPTIONS When the handset battery pack is fully charged, plug the telephone cord into the base unit and then into a telephone wall jack. Press menu/mute. to move the pointer to Press + or -/ “Caller ID Setup”, then press select/chan. Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 6 Controls and Functions 5 1 6 2 3 7 8 9 10 15 16 17 4 11 12 13 18 19 20 14 21 [6] CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
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EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 8 Read this First This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: 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 18) 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 9 GETTING STARTED 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 Handset AC adapter Rechargeable battery Telephone cord Desktop stand/Wall mount adapter Beltclip Also included: • This Owner’s Manual • Other Printed Material Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 10 Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location B. Install the battery pack C. Connect the base unit D. Choose the dialing mode A. Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Considerations” on page 56.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 11 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 12 Battery use time (per charge) Fully charged (15-20 hours charge time) • 6 hours continuous use • 10 days when the handset is in the standby mode When you charge the handset, Caller ID summary screen and the name of the handset, HS1 appears. 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 13 GETTING STARTED C. Connect the base unit 1) Snap the desktop stand into the notches on the base. You can lay the phone flat or put the phone on a slant. To put the phone on a slant 1 Align marks on the stand and the base, then insert the tabs into the slots. 1 Align marks on the stand and the base, then insert the stand into the slots. 2 2 Press down on the stand clips and insert them into the slots.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 14 3) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the base unit as shown. 4) Raise the antenna to a vertical position. 5) Make sure the status/voice mail 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 15 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/chan and the display will show the current setting. (The initial setting is Tone.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 16 Terminology 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/call wait 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/call wait has been pressed enabling a dial tone. “Talk” appears on the display.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 17 This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. 1) Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. 2) Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN 9V jack. Route the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown. When the base is wall mounted, place the handset with the keypad facing up. 3) Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 4) Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 18 Direct wall plate mounting 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 10 - 15 feet of a working phone jack to avoid excessive cord lengths.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 19 GETTING STARTED Setting Caller ID Options There are three Caller ID setup options available: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), and Area Code. See page 20 for Area Code setup instructions. AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing talk/call wait. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is On, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 20 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. • 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 21 GETTING STARTED Selecting a Language 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. to move the pointer to “Language“, 2) Press -/ then press select/chan. to choose English, French (Français), 3) Press + or -/ or Spanish (Español). 4) Press select/chan, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 22 Making and Receiving Calls Handset On Base To answer a call Refer to page 19 “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. To make a call To hang up To enter a pause within the dialing sequence [ 22 ] BASICS Handset Off Base Pick up the handset (AutoTalk) Press any number key, tone , or pick up the handset and or # (Any Key Answer), or press talk/call wait .
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 23 Redialing a Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. Redialing from Standby Mode 1) Press redial/pause. The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display. 2) Press redial/pause again. Each press of redial/pause will display one of the last three numbers dialed. Redialing from Talk Mode 1) Press talk/call wait. 2) Press redial/pause. The last number dialed will be displayed and redialed. To hang up, press end.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 24 Ringer Volume Setup 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. • If you select “Ringer Off”, appears on the display when you make or receive calls, or when charging the handset. 2) Press -/ to move the pointer to “Ringer press select/chan. Volume”, then to move the pointer through the ringer 3) Press + or -/ settings (Ringer Off, Ringer Low, or Ringer High). You will hear a ringer or melody at the selected volume.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 25 Distinctive Ringer Setup “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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 26 Mute Microphone You can temporarily turn Off the microphone so that the person you are talking with cannot hear you. 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. • If you press end to cancel muting, the call is disconnected and the phone will return to standby mode. • If you press delete/transfer or talk/call wait while muting, the muting is canceled.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 27 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/chan. “Scanning” appears on the display, indicating the phone is changing to another channel. For more information on interference, refer to “Radio Interference” on page 56.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 28 Using One Touch Voice Mail Access You must subscribe to voice mail service from your telephone company in order to use this feature. The voice mail service company will provide you with the access number. If you subscribe to voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. The message light on the handset and base of your phone flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 29 Dialing your Voice Mail Service Once you’ve programmed your personal access number, you can dial your mailbox with the touch of a button. When you have messages, simply pick up the handset and press -/ . If you have not entered the access number or it has been deleted, when you press -/ , you will hear a beep.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 30 Phonebook 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. If you get an incoming call, a transferring call, or page, the operation is canceled.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 31 6) “Distinctive Ring” appears. Then press + or -/ to move the pointer to one of the Distinctive Ring options, then press select/chan. If you choose not to store a “Distinctive simply select the “No Selectn” option. Ring”, 7) “Speed Dial” appears. Then press -/ to move the pointer to select the speed dial location (10 locations: SPD1-SPD0). If you choose not to store the name/number as a Speed Dial, simply select the “No Selectn” option.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 32 If you make a mistake while entering a name Use phonebook/<< or cid/>> to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press delete/transfer to erase the wrong character, then enter the correct character. To delete all characters, press and hold delete/transfer. For example, to enter Uniden: 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press phonebook/<<.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 33 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/<<. If you press phonebook/<< during a call, the following screen appears. 2) Press + or -/ locations. , or the number keypad to view the phonebook a) Alphabetical order Ascending order: Press -/ to view locations.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 34 Making Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby Mode 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press phonebook/<<. to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing 2) Press + or -/ the Phonebook” on page 33). 3) Press talk/call wait. The displayed number is dialed. From Talk Mode 1) Press talk/call wait. 2) Press phonebook/<<. to view the phonebook locations (see 3) Press + or -/ “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 33). 4) Press select/chan.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 35 Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press phonebook/<<. , or the number keypad to view the phonebook 2) Press + or -/ locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 33). a. Editing the Stored Data 1) When the phonebook location to be edited appears, press select/chan. “Store/Edit Name” appears.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 36 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 memory location (refer to “Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings and Speed Dial” on page 30.).
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 37 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 19.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 38 Viewing the Caller ID List • 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. • If you press end while in the operation, the phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected when you view the Caller ID list during a call).
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 39 Deleting a Caller ID message 1) While the incoming Caller ID information is displayed, press delete/transfer. “Delete Message?” appears. 2) Press + or -/ Once the Caller ID data has been deleted, the information cannot be retrieved. to choose “Yes” or “No”. 3) Press select/chan or delete/transfer. 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 40 Using the Caller ID Message List Calling a party from the Caller ID list • 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. From Standby mode 1) Press cid/>>. The summary screen appears.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 41 CALLER ID 3) Press select/chan. You will hear a confirmation tone. • 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 42 Accessing Calling Features • You must select a calling feature from the menu before pressing talk/call wait. To access the network calling features programmed into your phone, follow the instructions below. General descriptions of each calling feature is given in the following section. For complete instructions for using each calling feature, please contact your local telephone company. 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 43 Pre-programmed Calling Features The following calling features and activation codes are pre-programmed in the phone. Activation codes may vary depending on the local telephone company. See page 45 to reprogram a different code of any of these calling features.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 44 Descriptions of calling features The following descriptions are typical and may vary depending on your local calling area and service availability. For complete instructions, please contact your telephone company. Last Call Return remembers the number of the person who called you last and automatically dials that number. This feature is useful if you just missed an incoming call. Busy Call Return continually redials a busy number for you.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 45 Editing or Restoring Calling Features You may reprogram calling features in any of the other locations or restore the pre-programmed calling features at any time. Edit a Calling Feature A D VA N C E D C A L L I N G FEATURES 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. 2) Press + or -/ to move the pointer to “Network Service”, then press select/chan. 3) Press + or -/ or enter a number (1-0) to select a feature, then press select/chan.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 46 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. • We refer to the TXC146 handset as the second handset, and the EXT1460 handset as the original handset in this section.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 47 Call Transfer Feature You can transfer an outside call to the other handset. If you transfer the call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. To transfer a call (to the second handset) 1) Press delete/transfer during a call. The call will automatically be placed on hold and the transfer tone sounds. 2) When the other handset receives the call, the transfer tone stops.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 48 Second Handset Operation 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 49 Operation Making and receiving calls If you press talk/call wait on the handset while the other handset is in use, you will hear a beep and the handset will return to the standby mode. 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 50 Changing the Digital Security Code 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 51 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Register the Security Code 1) Unplug the AC adapter. 2) Press and hold page on the base while you plug in the AC Adapter until the status/voice mail LED on the base flashes. 3) Press talk/call wait. “Handset Registering” appears. When the operation is finished “Registration Complete” appears and the status/voice mail LED is turned Off. You will hear a confirmation tone and the phone returns to the standby mode.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 52 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 53 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 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: Input Voltage: Output Voltage: Battery Information Battery part number: Capacity: Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged Talk mode duration: Standby mode duration: AD-312 for the base 120V AC 60Hz 9V DC 350 mA BT-446 800 mAH, 3.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 54 Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status/voice mail LED won’t illuminate when the handset is placed on the base. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can’t make or receive calls. The handset doesn’t ring or receive a page. Severe noise interference. The Caller ID does not display. The handset doesn’t communicate with the base or the other handset.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 55 Important Safety Instructions Additional Battery Safety Precautions Before you read anything else, please observe the following: 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 56 Telephone Line Problems Installation Considerations One Year Limited Warranty 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 57 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.
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 58 Index 10 ring options ............................24 Chain dialing ................................36 Channel ......................................27 A D Area Code ....................................20 AutoTalk ......................................19 Deluxe Call Waiting Features ............41 Dialing mode ................................15 Digital security code ..................8, 50 Distinctive Ringer ..........................
EXT1460 (ENG)-05/16 5/16/02 1:44 PM Page 59 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.
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