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Table of Contents Manual Conventions................................................ 16 Parts of the Handset................................................ 17 Parts of the Base..................................................... 18 Welcome........................................................................ 4 Accessibility............................................................... 4 Installing the Phone..................................................... 5 Choosing the Best Location..............
Adjusting the Audio Tone (Handset only)................. 36 Customizing Your Handsets...................................... 28 Changing the Handset Banner................................. 28 Selecting a Ring Tone.............................................. 28 Activating AutoTalk................................................... 29 Activating Any Key Answer...................................... 29 Finding a Lost Handset..............................................
Setting the Day & Time............................................ 44 Setting the Record Time (or Announce only)........... 44 Activating the Message Alert.................................... 45 Activating the Base Call Screen............................... 45 Troubleshooting......................................................... 52 Common Issues....................................................... 52 Resetting the Handset.............................................
Welcome Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit. As an Energy Star® Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product models meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy Star® is a U.S. registered mark. Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. Accessibility Uniden provides a customer service hotline for accessibility questions.
Installing the Phone Choosing the Best Location When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider: PLACE YOUR BASE TRY TO AVOID Installing the Phone • Microwave ovens • Refrigerators Near an AC outlet and a telephone wall jack. • TVs • Other electronics In a centrally-located open area.
Installing the Battery Use only the Uniden BT-446 rechargeable battery pack supplied with your cordless telephone. Locate the battery pack, battery cover and the handset. Line up the red and black wires on the battery pack connector with the sticker in the handset’s battery compartment. Battery pack Push the battery pack connector in firmly. (You should hear it click into place.) Gently tug on the battery wires to make sure the connection is secure.
Connecting the AC adapter To the base To avoid risk of fire and shock, only use the Uniden PS-0009 AC adapter with the base. Installing the Phone Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack on the bottom of the base. Connect the AC adapter to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Route the cord through the molded wiring channel. Don’t put any power cord where it people might trip over it or step on it. If a power cord becomes chafed or worn out, it can create a fire or electrical hazard.
Charging the Handset Place the handset in the base cradle with the display facing forward. Make sure that the charge LED illuminates when the handset is seated. What if the charge LED doesn’t light up? Reseat the handset; make sure the contacts on the bottom of the handset are lined up with the contacts in the charging cradle. Check the AC adapter connection. Make sure you are not using an outlet that’s controlled by a wall switch. Make sure that the charge LED illuminates when the handset is seated.
Connecting to the Phone Line Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged. Installing the Phone Connect the telephone cord to a telephone wall jack. What if CHECK TEL LINE appears on the base or handset display? The telephone cord may not be connected correctly. Check the telephone cord connection. Connect the telephone cord to the TEL LINE jack. Do you have DSL or any high-speed Internet service delivered through your phone line? Try putting a DSL filter between the base and the wall jack.
Testing the Connection Pick up the handset from the base and press [ /flash]. You should hear a dial tone, and the display should show TALK. What if I can’t hear a dial tone? Check the telephone cord connection on the base. What if the display doesn’t show TALK? Make a quick test call, and then press [ ] to hang up.
Installing the Phone Changing the dial mode Your phone can communicate with the telephone network in two different ways: tone dialing or pulse dialing. These days, most base networks use a method called tone dialing, so your phone comes programmed for tone dialing. If your phone company uses pulse dialing, you will need to change your phone’s dial mode.
Expanding Your Phone Adding accessory handsets Your phone supports a total of ten cordless handsets, including any that were supplied with your phone. You can now place a fully-featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the charging cradle. • Your phone is compatible with the TCX950 accessory handset. • For instructions on connecting the charging cradle, see page 7.
Wall Mounting the Base This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. Connect the AC adapter and the telephone cords as shown on pages 7 and 9. Remember to route the AC adapter cord through the channel. Installing the Phone Route the AC adapter and the telephone cord through the hole of the wall mount bracket. Line up the four tabs on the wall mount bracket (two at the top and two at the bottom) with the four notches on the bottom of the base. Slide the bracket into place.
Wall plate Place the mounting slots over the pins on the wall plate. Slide the base down to lock it into place. (To AC outlet) Note: Mounting the phone directly on the wall • Be sure the wall is capable of supporting the weight of the phone, and use the proper type of anchoring device for the wall material. • Insert two #10 screws (minimum length of 1 3/8 inches, not supplied) into the wall, 3 15/16 inches apart. • Leave the screw heads 1/8 inch away from the wall to allow room for mounting the phone.
Getting to Know Your New Phone Features • Store 30 Caller ID numbers on base & each handset • Speakerphone on base & handset • 7 ringer options on handset (3 tones/4 melodies) • Last 5 number redial • Bilingual menu displays. (for US models: English and Spanish,. for Canadian models: English and French) • Call transfer • Conferencing • Intercom • 5.
Terminology Used in this Manual Accessory Handsets Additional handsets that can register to the base, allowing you to add handsets without connecting another phone line. This base supports a total of ten cordless handsets; see page 12 for compatible handsets. Base The main part of the phone that connects to your phone line and lets you make and receive calls. Charging cradle A cradle that comes with an accessory handset and charges the handset battery pack.
Parts of the Handset new message LED Earpiece Headset jack cover Belt clip hole Display (LCD) [ [ ] key (up) [clear/int’com] key (clear/intercom) [menu/select] key ] key (phonebook/left) [ [ /flash] key (talk/flash) ] key (caller ID/right) [ ] key (end call) [ ] key (down) Twelve-key dial pad Getting to Know Your New Phone [ /tone] key [redial/pause] key [ /mute] key (messages/mute) Speakerphone speaker and ringer [#] key [ ] key (speaker) Microphone Charging contacts 17 Battery com
Parts of the Base Display (LCD) [clear/mute] key [menu/select] key [redial/pause] key [ / ] key (phonebook/repeat/left) charge LED [ ] key (up) [ / ] key (caller ID/skip/right) [ ] key (down) Charging contacts [ ] key and LED (play/stop) [ answer on/off] key (answering system on/off) Microphone (on bottom) [ ] key (delete) Speaker [ /tone] key [#] key [flash] key 18 [ ] key and LED (speaker) Getting to Know Your New Phone [int'com] key (intercom)
Using the Interface Using the Interface Reading the Display Handset In standby During a call Handset ID and banner Number of new Caller ID calls received Call duration Note: The handset does not display the day and time.
Your handset and base have a four-way function key that allows you to move the cursor or pointer on the display and access the most commonly used features at the touch of a button. By moving this key to the left, you open the phonebook. Move the key to the right to access Caller ID information. To use this four-way key, place your thumb over the key and move to the four positions to get the feel of how it moves and operates.
Using the Interface Entering Text from Your Phone You can use the number keypad on your handset or base to enter text by referring to the letters printed on each number key. When you press the number key in a text entry field, the phone displays the first letter printed on the number key. Press the number key twice to display the second letter and three times to display the third. Capital letters are displayed first, then lower case letters, and then the number on the key.
Basic Setup Selecting a Language 22 Basic Setup Each station supports two languages: English and Spanish for US models or English and French for Canadian models. Once you select a language, the menus on the station will display in that language. The default language is English. ) Press [menu/select]. 2) On the handset, select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the HANDSET LANGUAGE submenu.. On the base, select the BASE SETUP menu, and then the BASE LANGUAGE submenu.
Activating Personal Ring (Handset only) Basic Setup You can assign special ringer tones to anyone in your phonebook. When your phone gets a call, it looks up the Caller ID information in your phonebook. If you’ve assigned a personal ringer to that number, the phone uses it so you know who is calling. To turn the personal ringing on or off, follow these steps: ) Press [menu/select]. 2) Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the PERSONAL RING submenu. 3) Move the cursor to select ON or OFF.
Setting Up the Phonebook Each station has its own separate phonebook that holds up to seventy names and numbers. When a station’s phonebook is full, the station beeps and shows MEMORY FULL on the display. You cannot add any names and numbers in that station’s phonebook until you delete some of the existing ones. You can also use the phonebook entries to store a group of numbers (up to twenty digits) that you may need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as chain dialing.
5) Assign a personal ring tone for this entry (PERSONAL RING) (Handset only). You can attach a special ring tone to each phonebook entry on the handsets; the phone will use this ring tone when this person calls. Use [ ] and [ ] to select one of the seven different ring tone options (see Selecting a Ring Tone on page 28 for a complete list of ring tones). As you scroll through the tones, you will hear a sample of each tone (unless the handset ringer volume is set to off).
Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook You can store Caller ID records or redial numbers in the phonebook so you can use them later. Go to the Caller ID or redial list and select the number you want to store. (If the Caller ID information did not include the number, then you will not be able to store it.) ) With the phone in standby, press [ ] to open the Caller ID list or [redial/pause] to open the redial list. 2) Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the Caller ID records or redial numbers.
Copying Phonebook Entries to Another Station You can transfer phonebook entries from one station to another without having to re-enter names and numbers. You can transfer one phonebook entry at a time or all phonebook entries at once. ) With the phone in standby, press [ ]. 2) To copy one entry, find the phonebook entry you want to copy. Press [menu/select], and then select COPY.. To copy all entries, press [menu/select], and then select COPY ALL.
All of the following options are set separately for each handset, so you can customize a handset for each room in your house. Changing the Handset Banner Each handset will display a banner name once it is registered to the base. The default banner is Handset #1, Handset #2, etc. You can change the name your phone displays by changing the banner display. If you have more than one handset, the banner name identifies your handset. ) Press [menu/select].
Customizing Your Handsets Activating AutoTalk AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone simply by picking up the handset from the cradle. You do not have to press a button to answer the call. ) Press [menu/select]. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the AUTOTALK submenu. 2) Move the cursor to select ON or OFF. 3) Press [menu/select]. You will hear a confirmation tone. Activating Any Key Answer Any Key Answer allows you to answer the phone by pressing any key on the twelve-key dial pad.
Using Your Phone From the base speakerphone Making a call Press [ ]. Listen for the dial tone. Dial the number. Dial the Number. Press [ ]. Answering a call Press [ ]. Hanging up Press [ ]. ) Pick up the handset from the cradle. 2) Press [ /flash]. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Dial the number. OR ) Pick up the handset from the cradle. 2) Dial the number. 3) Press [ /flash]. ) Pick up the handset. (If AutoTalk is on, the phone will answer when you pick up the handset from the cradle.
Making a Call from the Phonebook ) With the phone in standby, press [ ] to open the phonebook. 2) Find the phonebook entry you want to call (see Finding a Phonebook Entry on page 25). 3) Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset or [ ] on the base to dial the number. Note: You can also press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset or [ ] on the base before you open the phonebook. Find the phone number you want to dial, and then press [menu/select].
Using Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial Lists If you subscribe to Caller ID service from your phone company, your phone will show you the caller’s phone number and name (if available) whenever a call comes in. If you subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting, the phone will also show you the name and the number of any call that comes in while you’re on the line. Using the Caller ID List You can store up to thirty Caller ID numbers in each station. Caller ID records are stored from newest to oldest.
Seven-digit dialing If you can make a local call by dialing only seven digits instead of ten, you can tell the phone to hide your local area code in the Caller ID list; any calls from outside your area code will show all ten digits. This setting applies to all stations. To program your local area code: ) Press [menu/select]. 2) Select the GLOBAL SETUP menu, and then the AREA CODE submenu. 3) Use the number keypad ([0] through [9]) to enter a three-digit area code.
Using Call Waiting If you have Call Waiting service and a second call comes in when you are on the phone, a call waiting tone will sound. Press [ /flash] on the handset or [flash] on the base to accept the waiting call. There is a short pause, and then you will hear the new caller. To return to the original caller, press [ /flash] on the handset or [flash] on the base. Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting service for this feature to operate. Not all features are available in all areas.
Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker Volume Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker Volume Adjusting the Ringer Volume You can choose from four ringer volume settings (off, low, medium, and high) separately on each handset or the base. ) With the phone in standby, press [ ] or [ ]. The display shows the current volume level and the station sounds the ringer at that level. 2) Use [ ] to make the ringer volume louder or [ ] to make it softer or turn it completely off.
Handset Speaker: You can choose from six volume levels for the handset speaker while on a speakerphone call or when the handset is accessing the answering system. To adjust the handset speaker volume, press [ ] (to make it louder) or [ ] (to make it softer). The handset display shows the current volume level for the handset speaker. Note: The handset earpiece and the handset speaker have separate volume settings.
Finding a Lost Handset To locate a misplaced handset, press [int’com] on the base when the phone is in standby. Use [ ] or [ ] to select the handset you want to page, and then press [menu/select]. Select ALL to page all registered handsets.. To cancel paging, press [int’com] on the base again.
Transferring a Call You can transfer a call from one station to another. ) During a call, press [clear/int’com] on the handset or [int’com] on the base. 2) Use [ ] or [ ] to select the station you want to transfer the call to, and then press [menu/select]. Select ALL to page all other stations. The call will automatically be placed on hold, and a paging tone sounds. To cancel the transfer, press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset or [ ] on the base.
Using Special Features Privacy Mode Privacy mode prevents other stations from interrupting while you’re on a call. As long as your station is in privacy mode, other stations can’t join your call or make any calls of their own: their displays will show UNAVAILABLE. ) While on a call, press [menu/select]. 2) Select CALL PRIVACY. PRIVACY MODE ON appears in the display for two seconds; appears and remains in the display until the feature is turned off.
Answering an intercom page When the intercom page tone sounds, the display will show the ID of the station that is paging. ) Press [ /flash] or [clear/int’com] on the handset, or [ ] or [int’com] on the base. Note: If AutoTalk is on, the handset will automatically answer the page when you pick up the handset from the cradle. If Any Key Answer is on, you can also press any key on the handset’s dial pad. 2) To hang up an intercom call, press [ ] on the handset or [int’com] on the base.
Using a Voice Mail Service If you subscribe to a voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. When there are messages waiting in your voice mailbox, the new message LED on the handset flashes and appears in both the handset and base displays. Note: This notification feature supports the voice mail service that uses Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) for the message notification signal only.
You can set up your answering system’s features from the base or handset with the exception of changing the outgoing message or greeting; you can only change the greeting or record a new greeting from the base. Only one station at a time can access the answering system menus. Recording a Personal Greeting Your answering system comes with a pre-recorded outgoing message or greeting that plays when you receive a call: “Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone.
Setting Up the Answering System Deleting Your Personal Greeting You can delete your personal greeting from the base. You cannot delete the pre-recorded greeting. ) On the base, press [menu/select]. 2) Select the ANSW. SETUP menu, and then the GREETING OPTIONS submenu.. The system plays the current greeting. 3) While the personal greeting is playing, press [ ]. 4) The system announces “Greeting has been deleted,” and switches back to the pre-recorded greeting.
If you do not set the clock on your answering system, your messages may not have the correct time and day stamp. ) Press [menu/select]. 2) Move the cursor to DAY & TIME and press [menu/select]. 3) Use [ ] and [ ] to select the day of the week, and press [menu/select]. 4) Use the number keypad ([0] through [9]) to enter the hour and minutes. 5) Use [ ] and [ ] to select AM or PM, and press [menu/select]. You hear a confirmation tone.
Setting Up the Answering System Activating the Message Alert The message alert feature sounds a short alert tone every fifteen seconds whenever you have a new message. To turn on the message alert: ) Press [menu/select]. 2) Select the ANSW. SETUP menu, and then the MESSAGE ALERT submenu. 3) Move the cursor to select ON or OFF. 4) Press [menu/select]. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Using the Answering System Turning Your Answering System On and Off Turning On From the handset ) Press [menu/select]. 2) Select the ANSW. SETUP menu, and then the ANSWER SETUP submenu. 3) Move the cursor to select ON. 4) Press [menu/select]. You will hear a confirmation tone. ) With the phone in standby, press . [ answer on/off]. 2) The phone announces “Answering System is off.” 3) ANSWER OFF appears on the base display. ) Press [menu/select]. 2) Select the ANSW.
Reviewing Messages The message counter on the base LCD displays the number of messages stored in memory. When you have new messages (that you have not listened to yet), [ ] on the base and the new message LED on the handset flash. The answering system plays your new messages first. If you have no new messages, the system plays your old messages. You can review your messages from the base or from the handset: Using the Answering System From the base From the handset ].
Screening Calls From the base • While the system is taking the message, simply listen to the caller over the base speaker. • To answer the call and speak to the caller, press [ ]. • To mute the call screen and allow the caller to continue leaving the message, press [ ]. From the handset • While the systems is recording the message, press . [ /mute]. If another handset is screening a call, you will hear a beep and you will not be able to screen the call.
Using the Answering System To operate from a remote location, use any touch-tone telephone, and follow these steps: ) Call your telephone number and wait for the system to answer. If the answering system is off, it will answer after about ten rings and sounds a series of beeps. 2) During the greeting or the beeps (if answering system is off), press [0] and enter your security code/PIN within two seconds. 3) The answering system announces the current time and the number of messages stored in memory..
Maintenance Specifications Operating temperature AC adapter Battery pack 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C) Base Part number PS-0009 Input voltage 120V AC, 60 Hz Output voltage 9V DC @ 350mA Part number BT-446 Capacity 800mAh, 3.6V DC Charging cradle PS-0007 120V AC, 60 Hz 9V DC @ 210mA Notes: • Use only the supplied AC adapters. • Be sure to use the proper adapter for the base and any chargers.
Low battery alert When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. When LOW BATTERY CHARGE HANDSET appears in the handset display and the phone is in standby, none of the keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as quickly as possible, and return the handset to the cradle. The battery pack needs to be charged when the empty battery icon appears.
Common Issues If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. If these steps do not solve your problem, please call our Customer Hotline (see the back cover for contact information). When you have this problem... Try... The charge LED won’t illuminate when the handset is placed in the cradle. • Checking the AC adapter connection (see page 7). • Re-seating the handset in the cradle. • Cleaning the charging contacts on the handsets (see page 51).
Troubleshooting When you have this problem... Try... A handset can make calls, but it doesn’t ring or receive a page. • Making sure the ringer isn’t turned off (see page 35). Severe noise interference. • Keeping all handsets away from microwave ovens, computers, wireless LAN station, remote control toys, wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights, and electrical appliances (see page 5). • Moving the base to another location or turn off the source of interference.
Try... The answering system does not record any messages. • The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the saved messages (see page 47). • Checking to see that the message record time is not set to announce only (see page 44). The answering system doesn’t say what time messages were recorded. • Checking to see if you have set the time (see page 44). Messages are incomplete. • The incoming messages may be too long. Ask callers to leave a brief message. • The memory may be full.
Troubleshooting ) Press and hold [ ] and [#] for more than five seconds. Select DEREGISTER HS. 2) Select the handset which you are operating, and then press [menu/select]. 3) The phone will ask you to confirm the deregistration. Select YES. The selected handset will clear its registration information only from the base it is currently connected to, and then delete the link to the base from its own memory.
Your phone ships with a special identification code to connect any registered handsets to this particular base. Normally, you will never have to change this handset to base code, but in the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same code or if you are instructed to change this code by a manufacturer’s Call Center Representative, you can change the code. To change the handset to base code: ) Reset all of your handsets (see Resetting the Handset on page 54).
Troubleshooting Liquid Damage Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. • If the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior plastic housing is affected, wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. • If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic housing (i.e.
Precautions! Warning! Before you read anything else, please observe the following: The cords on this product and/or accessories contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 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.
Please follow instructions for repairing, if any (e.g. battery replacement section); otherwise do not substitute or repair any parts of the device except as specified in this manual. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
sure that installing the system does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, contact your telephone company or a qualified installer. I.C. Notice Radio interference NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number.
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. One Year Limited Warranty One Year Limited Warranty Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.
Index Accessibility.................................... 4 Accessory handsets..................... 12 Answering calls............................ 30 Answering system Reviewing messages................ 47 Setting up.................................. 42 Turning on/off............................ 46 When away from home............. 48 Any key answer............................ 29 Area code..................................... 33 Audio tone.................................... 36 AutoTalk.........................
Index L Language Answering system announcements.................. 43 Display...................................... 22 Line mode for base....................... 56 Liquid damage.............................. 57 Low battery alert........................... 51 M Maintenance................................. 50 Making calls.................................. 30 Using Caller ID.......................... 32 Using redial............................... 34 Using the phonebook................ 31 Message alert........
Remote Operation Card CUT CUT REMOTE OPERATION CARD REMOTE OPERATION CARD Remote access away from home Remote access away from home Turn on the answering system remotely 1. Call your phone and let it ring 10 times until you hear a beep. 2. Press 0 and then enter your PIN code. 3. Press 0 then 5 to stop the announcement. 4. Press 0 then 6 to turn the answering system on. 1. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone. 2. During the outgoing message, press 0 and enter your PIN code.
CUT Task CUT Key Task Key Repeat a Message Repeat a Message Play Incoming Messages Play Incoming Messages Skip a Message Skip a Message Delete a Message Delete a Message Stop Operation Stop Operation Answering System On Answering System On Answering System Off Answering System Off Help Help CUT Task CUT Key Task Repeat a Message Repeat a Message Play Incoming Messages Play Incoming Messages Skip a Message Skip a Message Delete a Message Delete a Message Stop Operation Stop
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