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Contents WELCOME/FEATURES QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS GETTING STARTED Read this First Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Terminology 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 and Handset Speaker Volume Mute Microphone Tone Dialing Switch-over Traveling Out-of-Range Selecting a Different Channel Find Handset 3-Way Conferencing Transfe
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. 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.
The TRU5885 series features include AutoTalk™ and AutoStandby™. AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.
INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERY Remove the cover. Step 2 Connecting CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE When the handset battery pack is fully charged, plug the telephone cord into the base unit and then into a telephone wall jack. Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity. TO SELECT CALLER ID OPTIONS Step 4 Setting up Answering System Press menu/mute. Press + or - to move the pointer to “Caller ID Setup”, then press select/ch. Press + or - to move the pointer to an option, then press select/ch.
Controls and Functions 1 5 2 6 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 [6] CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 26 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26.
28 29 30 31 32 41 42 43 27 33 34 35 36 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Base Antenna Base Speaker 51 37 38 39 40 Status LED Message Counter Display 42. (skip) Key (repeat) Key 43. (delete) Key Answer on/off Key 44. Memo rec Key Greeting Key 45. Mute Key Redial/p (pause) Key 46. Set/ringer Key Menu Key 47. ^ (up) Key Base Charging Contacts 48. v (down) Key Memory Key 49. (talk) Key/Speaker LED Flash Key 50. # Key Find handset/transfer Key 51.
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 14) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. Connect the base unit. You must charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours before plugging into the phone line and using the phone.
G E T T I N G S TA R T E D 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.
Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location C. Connect the base unit B. Install the battery pack D. Choose the dialing mode A. Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Considerations” on page 64.
Charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your base unit. 1) Press down on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off. 2) Connect the battery pack connector observing the correct polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the battery compartment. Do not exert any force on this connection. It could cause damage to the battery or to the handset. The plastic connectors will fit together in only one way.
Battery use time (per charge) Fully charged • 4 hours continuous use • 8 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. For TRU5885-2, if HS2 appears, you are charging the handset No. 2. 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.
G E T T I N G S TA R T E D C. Connect the base unit 1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. “ ” appears on the base, and it will change to “ ” after a few seconds. “ ” indicates that there are no messages in your answering system. 2) Set the base and charger (for TRU5885-2 only) on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the base unit as shown. 3) Make sure the status LED illuminates.
D. Choose the dialing mode Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the phone lines. However some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas. The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows: • If you are not sure of your dialing system, set the unit to tone dialing. Make a trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is, otherwise set the unit to pulse dialing.
G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Setting Caller ID Options There are three Caller ID setup options available: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), and Area Code. See page 16 for Area Code setup instructions. AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing talk/flash or spkr. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is On, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call. Or if the handset is not in the base, press any number key, /tone, or # to answer the call.
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. 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. • When the area code has already been stored in memory, the stored area code will be displayed.
G E T T I N G S TA R T E D 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. 2) Press + or - to move the pointer to “Language“, then press select/ch. 3) Press + or - to choose English, French (Français), or Spanish (Español). 4) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone. 5) Press end to exit.
Making and Receiving Calls • Refer to page 15 “Setting Caller ID Options” to turn the AutoTalk feature On if desired. Any key answer can be used only when AutoTalk is set to On. • The handset microphone is located on the bottom of the handset (see “Controls and Functions” on page 6). Position yourself as near to the handset as possible and speak clearly. • The base microphone is located under the base. Position yourself as near to the base as possible and speak clearly.
Redialing a Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. Redialing from Standby Mode 1) Press redial/p. The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display. 2) Press redial/p again. Each press of redial/p will display one of the last three numbers dialed. 3) Press talk/flash or spkr. The selected number is dialed. • 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.
Ringer Volume Setup • If you select “Ringer Off”, “” appears on the display when you make or receive calls, or charge the handset. 1) 2) 3) 4) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. Press + or - to move the pointer to “Ringer Volume”. Press select/ch. Press + or - to move the pointer through the ringer settings (Ringer Off, Ringer Low, or Ringer High). You will hear a ringer or melody at the selected volume. 5) Press select/ch, you will hear a confirmation tone.
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. All incoming calls will have a normal ring tone.
Mute Microphone You can temporarily turn Off the microphone so that the person you are talking with cannot hear you. • If you press end to cancel muting, the call is disconnected and the phone will return to standby mode. • If you press xfer/del on the handset or find handset/transfer or flash on the base while muting, the muting is canceled. • The tone feature only applies when the dial mode is set to pulse. • This special number can be stored in a memory location. This is referred to as Chain Dialing.
Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone’s channel for clear operation. This function works only when the phone is in use. Press select/ch. “Scanning” appears on the display, indicating the phone is changing to another channel. For more information on interference, refer to “Radio Interference” on page 64. Find Handset 3-Way Conferencing The phone permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base, and an outside line.
Transferring a Call • If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. The handset returns to the standby mode. • Returning the handset to the base will not cancel the transfer. • When the handset is Off the base, and if you place the handset On the base while the transfer tone sounds, you can receive a transferred call by picking up the handset (When the AutoTalk is On). • If you press xfer/del (or find handset/transfer) while muting, the muting is canceled.
Flash and Call Waiting If you have Call Waiting service and a call waiting tone sounds while you are on a call, press talk/flash (or flash on the base) to accept the waiting call. There is a short pause, then you will hear the new caller. To return to the original caller, press talk/flash (or flash on the base) again. You must subscribe through your local telephone company to receive Call Waiting Service.
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 any of the following occurs during a phonebook operation, the operation will be canceled. -Press end. The phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected).
2) Press select/ch, “Store/Edit Name” appears. 3) Store the name (up to 16 characters) by using the number keypad. • See the “Steps for entering names and special characters” (see page 28). /RocketDial/ to move the cursor to the desired location. • Use call id/ and • Use xfer/del to delete characters as needed. • Press and hold xfer/del to delete all the characters. If a name is not required, go to step 4. 4) Press select/ch to store the name, “Store/Edit No.” appears.
Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters. With each press of a number key (0-9), the displayed character appears in the following order: Upper case letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding to the key. Number of times key is pressed If you make a mistake while entering a name Use /RocketDial/ or call id/ to move the cursor to the incorrect character.
For example, to enter Uniden: 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press /RocketDial/ . The handset displays the number of phonebook locations you have stored, and how to search and store the phonebook locations. 2) Press select/ch, “Store/Edit Name” appears. 3) Press 8 twice. 4) Press 6 five times. 5) Press 4 six times. 6) Press 3 four times, then press call id/ to move the cursor to the right. If the next character uses the same number key, you must press call id/ to move the cursor over.
Viewing the Phonebook “/SD” appears on the display when you review the RocketDial, and “/SPDn” appears when you review a Speed dial. 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 /RocketDial/ . If you press /RocketDial/ during a call, the following screen appears. 2) Press + or -, or the number keypad to view the phonebook locations.
Making Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby Mode 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, /RocketDial/ . press 2) Press + or - to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 30). 3) Press talk/flash or spkr. The displayed number is dialed. 4) To hang up press end. From Talk Mode 1) Press talk/flash or spkr. 2) Press /RocketDial/ . 3) Press + or - to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 30). 4) Press select/ch.
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, /RocketDial/ . press 2) Press + or -, or the number keypad to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 30). a. Editing the Stored Data 1) When the phonebook location to be edited appears, press select/ch. “Store/Edit Name” appears.
RocketDial (One Touch Dialing) You can store a number you dial often in the RocketDial. The rocket dialing allows you to dial a number with one key press. • Memory location for the RocketDial is independent from the memory location for the phonebook. Storing the RocketDial 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press /RocketDial/ . 2) Press - once to display the RocketDial menu, then press select/ch.
Chain Dialing The memory locations in the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You can also store a group of numbers (up to 20 digits), that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing. An example of this is a bank account number. Store the special number in the Phonebook location (refer to “Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings and Speed Dial” on page 26).
You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller’s name and phone number on the display before you answer the phone. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number and store the information for memory dialing. Make sure you have turned on the Caller ID/Call Waiting feature. (See page 15.
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. The Caller ID list stores information for incoming calls – even unanswered calls. You can store 100 of the Caller ID messages and Phonebook locations (including Speed Dials) in total. You can view the Caller ID list during a call or when the phone is in the standby mode. 1) Press call id/ . The summary screen appears.
Deleting a Caller ID message 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, and while the incoming Caller ID information is displayed, press xfer/del. “Delete Message?” appears. 2) Press + or - to choose “Yes” or “No”. Once the Caller ID data has been deleted, the information cannot be retrieved. 3) Press select/ch or xfer/del. When the pointer is at “Yes”: You will hear a confirmation tone, and the Caller ID message is deleted. The next or previous Caller ID message is then displayed.
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). From Standby mode 1) Press call id/ . The summary screen appears. The screen shows the number of new messages and the total number of messages. 2) Use the number keypad (2-9 and 0), +, or - to view the Caller ID message list. • When a long distance call has been set, “1” appears in the display.
CALLER ID 3) Press select/ch. 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.
The Integrated Answering Device The phone has a built-in answering system that answers and records incoming calls. You can also use your answering system to record a conversation, leave a voice memo message, or to announce a special outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone.
You can screen calls when the answering system is On. 1) After the answering system answers, the base speaker will let you hear the calls as the machine records the message. 2) To answer the call, press (talk) or pick up the handset from the base (when AutoTalk is set to On). If the handset is away from the base, press talk/flash, spkr or any number key, /tone, or # (when AutoTalk is set to On). The answering system will disconnect automatically.
Choosing between the two outgoing messages When the phone is in the standby mode, press greeting. Press greeting again when the outgoing message is played. Each time greeting is pressed, the outgoing message is switched between the pre-recorded and the personal outgoing message. Deleting an outgoing message To delete the personal outgoing message, press announces “greeting has been deleted”. while the message is playing.
Adjusting the speaker volume level When the base speaker is in use or in the standby mode, press ^ or v on the base to adjust the volume. Press volume for louder or v for softer. ^ The numbers 0-9 appear on the base indicating the volume levels. 0 being the softest and 9 being the loudest. Using the Menu Mode • Press and hold ^ or v on the base to scroll quickly through the volume levels. For your convenience, voice prompts will guide you through the menu setup mode.
Setting the Time The clock on the answering system starts when power is supplied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time. • Normally the idle time for the menu mode is 30 seconds before the system returns to standby. However, for setting the time, the idle time is extended to two minutes. • Press and hold or to quickly scroll through the numbers on the display. 1) Press menu. The system announces the current time.
Setting the Ring Time T H E I N T E G R AT E D ANSWERING DEVICE The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can set the ring time to answer after two, four, or six rings. Setting “TS” (Toll Saver), the answering system picks up after two rings if you have new messages, and after four rings if there are none.
A confirmation tone sounds. If you want to use your own greeting, you may want to change your greeting to omit the prompt to leave a message. Refer to “Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)” on page 41. The following message is pre-recorded: “Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again.” Setting the Message Alert Message Alert feature lets you know when you have a new incoming message by sounding a short alert tone.
Using your Answering System The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The answering system is designed to play your new messages first. After you play all your new messages, you can then play your old messages. Playing your messages T H E I N T E G R AT E D ANSWERING DEVICE 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press .
Skipping a message 1) Press to review your messages. The number of stored messages is announced. 2) Press at anytime to skip to the next message. Each time is pressed, the system scans forward one message. If you have several messages, press repeatedly to find the message you want to play. To quickly scroll through a message, press and hold . The system advances through the playback at double speed. 3) Press at anytime to stop reviewing your messages and return to standby.
Voice memo The voice memo function allows the user to record messages (more than 2 seconds and within 10 minutes). 1) Press and hold memo rec. You hear a beep. 2) Start your recording after the announcement “Record memo message” and a confirmation tone. The message counter displays “ ”. to stop recording. The system returns 3) When you have finished, press memo rec or to standby.
Remote Operation You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone or the handset. For your convenience a remote operation card is provided for you to use while away from home (refer to page 67). Remote access away from home You can check, play, or delete messages, even record a new greeting message when you are away from home. Additionally, you can turn On or Off your answering system from a remote location.
5) After the command has finished, you hear intermittent beeps indicating that the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another command at this time from the chart above. 6) When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering system automatically returns to standby. Turn on the answering system remotely If you have forgotten to turn On your answering system, you can turn it On remotely from any touch-tone telephone.
Playing incoming messages 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press -/remote on the handset. • If you have new messages and old messages, only the new messages will be played. After you have reviewed your new messages, you can play your old messages by again pressing -/remote. Once you have listened to a new message, it then becomes an old message. • If you have new messages and old messages, only the new messages will be repeated.
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 TXC580 handset and the TRU5885-2 handset No.2 as the second handset, and TRU5885 handset and TRU5885-2 handset No.1 as the original handset in this section.
Call Transfer Feature You can transfer an outside call to the additional handset, or receive a transferred call from the additional handset. • If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. • For information on transferring a call between the original handset and base, see “Transferring a Call” on page 24. To transfer a call (to the second handset) 1) Press xfer/del on the handset (or find handset/transfer on the base) during a call.
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. When the setting is changed on the original handset, the CIDCW setting for the second handset is changed as well.
Operation Making and receiving calls Only one handset can establish a call. • If you press talk/flash or spkr on the handset while the other handset is in use, you will hear a beep and “Unavailable” will appear. The handset will return to the standby mode. • If you charge the second handset and pick it up at the same time when you pick the original handset from the base, the call will be transferred to the second handset.
The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set. (See “About the digital security code”, page 8.) In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code. To change the digital security code, de-register the code, then register a different code.
Register the Security Code 1) Unplug the AC adapter. 2) Press and hold find handset/transfer on the base, while you plug in the AC Adapter, hold find handset/transfer until the status LED on the base flashes. 3) Press talk/flash. “Handset Registering” appears. When the operation is finished “Registration Complete” appears and the status LED is no longer illuminated. You will hear a confirmation tone and the phone returns to the standby mode.
ADDITIONAL I N F O R M AT I O N 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.
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-313 for the base 120V AC 60Hz 9V DC 400 mA AD-446 for the charger (TRU5885-2 only) 120V AC 60Hz 9V DC 210 mA (TRU5885-2 only) BT-446 800 mAh, 3.
Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status LED won’t illuminate when the handset is placed in the base. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. The handset doesn’t ring or receive a page. Severe noise interference. TROUBLESHOOTING Can’t make or receive calls. Suggestion • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base.
Symptom The Caller ID does not display. Suggestion • The handset was picked up before the second ring. • The call was placed through a switchboard. • Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current. • Charge the handset. The handset doesn’t communicate • Change the digital security code (See page 57). with the base or the other handset. • Make sure that you have registered the second handset (TXC580 only). • Make sure the other handset is not already in use.
Precautions! Before you read anything else, please observe the following: Warning! Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning • This equipment contains a rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery. • Nickel is a chemical known to state of California to cause cancer.
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.
I.C. NOTICE 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.
Index 0-9 3-way Conferencing ..................23 10 Ring Options........................20 A Announce Only Feature ..............45 Answering System Deleting a Message ................48 Playing Your Messages ............47 Recording a Conversation ........49 Remote Access ......................50 Repeating a Message ..............47 Skipping a Message ................48 Turning On/off ......................40 Area Code ................................16 AutoTalk ..................................
Remote Operation Card R E M O T E O P E R AT I O N CARD CUT REMOTE OPERATION CARD Remote access away from home Turn on the answering system remotely 1. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone. 2. During the outgoing message, press # and enter your PIN code. The answering system announces the number of messages stored in memory and the help guidance. 3. To quit, hang up the phone. 1. Call your phone and let it ring 10 times until you hear a beep. 2. Press # and then enter your PIN code. 3.
CUT Task Repeat a Message Playing incoming Messages Skipping a Message Deleting a Message Stop Operation Answering System On Memo Record/Stop Greeting Message Record/Stop Answer System Off Help Guidance [ 68 ] R E M O T E O P E R AT I O N C A R D Key
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