www.uniden.com Contents Welcome/Features Quick Reference Guide Controls and Functions Getting Started Read this First Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Before Using, Register Extra Handset to the Main Base Unit When to Re-register Handsets Call Transfer Feature Mounting the Main Base Unit on a Wall Terminology Setting Menu Options 2 3 4 6 7 8 12 13 13 14 15 16 19 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 23 25 27 28 29 Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number 31 32 32 32 33 34 34 35 36 38 40 40 41 41 49 55 55 55 56 56 57 60 61 63 64 RocketDial RocketDial Storing and Editing the RocketDial Making Calls with the RocketDial Deleting the RocketDial Caller ID Features Caller ID When the Telephone Rings Viewing the Caller ID Message List Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Using the Caller ID List The Integrated Answering Device The Integrated Answering Device Features Turning the Answering System On/Off Setting Up Your Answering System Using Your Answering System Basics Making and Receiving Calls Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume Redial Tone Dialing Switch-over Traveling Out-of-Range Selecting a Different Channel Page Flash and Call Waiting Additional Information Changing the Digital Security Code Installing the Beltclip Headset Installation Note on Power Sources Maintenance Troubleshooting General Information Precautions & Warranty I.C. Notice Index Remote Operation Card Memory Dialing Storing Phone Numbers and Names Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Making Calls with Memory Dialing Chain Dialing Editing a Stored Name and/or Phone Number Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DXAI388-2 series cordless telephone. This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. The color of your cordless phone may vary. 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. Features · · · · · · · · · Dual Handsets 900 MHz Extended Range Technology 16 Digit, 3-line Backlit Display Integrated Telephone Answering Device (ITAD) Voice Prompted Guidance through ITAD Setup Menu 10 Number Memory Dialing (each handset) RocketDial (each handset) Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID (each handset) 30 Number Caller ID Memory · · · · · · · · · 32 Digit Redial Flash and Pause Tone/Pulse Dialing Page/Find handset 7 Hour Talk Time/10 Day Standby Time Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control Hearing Aid Compatible 20 Channel Autoscan Call Transfer The DXAI388-2 series features include AutoTalk TM and AutoStandby TM . AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the main base so you don't have to waste time pushing buttons. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the main base. The UltraClear Plus TM true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise. This innovative technology, together with 20 different channels, provides you with the best possible reception during all your conversations. To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the cordless phone has Random Code TM digital security which automatically selects one of over 260,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, the AutoSecure TM feature electronically locks your phone when the handset is in the main base. RocketDial TM is a one touch speed dial key that automatically dials your most important or frequently called number. The number dialed, is a preset number stored by the user. Call Transfer allows you to transfer outside calls from handset to handset, only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller. Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com Uniden ® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, UltraClear Plus, Random Code, AutoSecure, and RocketDial are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. [2] Step 1 Charging the Batteries TO INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERIES Step 2 Connecting CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE When the handset battery pack is fully charged, after 15-20 hours of charging, plug the telephone cord into the main base unit and then into a telephone wall jack. Your phone is set for tone dialing. If your local network requires pulse dialing, please see "Choose the dialing mode" on page 18. Step 4 Setting Up the Caller ID Note: Three Caller ID options are available: AutoTalk, Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW), and Area Code. Note: CIDCW can only be changed on HS1. 1 Remove the cover. TO CHANGE CALLER ID OPTIONS 1 2 3 Press and hold cid/menu. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 2 Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity. Press option. or to move the pointer to an Press select/channel to change the option setting. Press end and return the handset to the main base. 3 Replace the cover. 4 Step 3 Before Using, Register Extra Handset to Base After fully charging the handsets, remove the handset from the extra charging cradle and place it on the main base. (Base status LED light will begin to flash indicating registration is occurring.) Wait for at least 5 seconds before removing the extra handset from the main base. TO PLUG INTO AC POWER Step 5 Setting Up the Answering System TURN THE ANSWERING SYSTEM ON Press answer on/off. A pre-recorded greeting will play and your system is ready to accept calls. 1 Plug AC adapter cord into the main base unit and extra charging cradle and then into a 120V AC outlet. (Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter.) 1 2 TO RECORD A PERSONAL GREETING 2 Place one handset on the main base and place the other handset in the extra charging cradle. It does not matter which handset is placed on the main base and extra charging cradle. Congratulations, the registration has been completed, and your dual handset cordless phone is ready for use! 1 2 3 Press and hold greeting until you hear "Record greeting" and a confirmation tone. Record your personal greeting. (Position yourself as near to the main base as possible and speak clearly.) When finished press greeting again or play/stop. Note: You must charge the batteries continuously for 15 - 20 hours before using the phone. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE [3] Controls and Functions Dual Handsets 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Handset antenna Beltclip holes Optional headset jack Handset battery compartment Handset earpiece LCD display Cid (caller ID)/menu key Talk/flash key /tone/ (left cursor) key Redial/p (pause) key Select/channel key Handset microphone and ringer speaker (volume up) key RocketDial key End key (volume down) key #/ (right cursor) key Mem (memory) key Delete/transfer key Handset charging contacts 1 5 2 6 3 7 8 13 14 15 16 * 4 9 10 11 12 17 18 19 20 [4] CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Main Base 21 22 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. Extra Charging Cradle 41 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 23 24 25 26 27 28 42 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 29 40 43 Telephone line jack DC IN 9V jack Handset retainer clip Set/ringer key Delete ( ) key Repeat/rew (rewind)( ) key Find hs key Memo key Base charging contacts Base speaker Main base antenna Speaker volume keys Menu key Status LED Message counter display Play/stop ( ) key Skip/ff (fast forward) ( ) key Answer on/off key Greeting key Microphone Charging contacts Charge LED DC IN 9V jack [5] CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Read this First This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: Step 1 (page 7) Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 8) Next, choose the best location to set up the main base unit. Step 3 (page 9 to 11) Then, insert the battery packs into the handsets. Connect the main base unit and extra charging cradle. You must charge the battery packs for 15-20 hours before plugging into the telephone line and using the phone. Step 4 (page 12) After fully charging the batteries, register the extra handset to the main base unit. Remove the handset from the extra charging cradle, then place it on the main base for at least 5 seconds while the base LED flashes. Registration should now be complete. Step 5 (page 40 to 48) Finally, set the answering system. [6] GETTING STARTED Conveniently, your cordless phone allows you to transfer outside calls from handset to handset, simply by pressing the transfer key. Not to worry, conversations will not be interrupted; only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller. The second handset cannot go off hook to listen to conversations or make an outgoing call while the other handset is in use. 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. · Main base unit (1) · Handset (2) · AC adapter (AD-420)(2) · Rechargeable battery (BT-905)(2) · Telephone cord (1) · Beltclip (2) · Extra charging cradle (1) · This owner's manual · Other printed materials Uniden Parts Department at (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com GETTING STARTED [7] Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best locations B. Install the battery packs C. Connect the main base unit and the extra charging cradle A. 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. Here are some important guidelines you should consider: Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic Avoid microwave ovens Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock Avoid personal computers Avoid other cordless telephones Choose a central location · The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet which is not switchable. · Keep the main base and handsets away from sources of electrical noise such as motors, microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting. · The main base can be placed on a desk, tabletop, or mounted on a standard wall plate. [8] GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED B. Install the battery packs Charge the battery packs for at least 15-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your phone. 1) Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off. 2) Connect the battery pack connector observing 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. Once you are certain that you have made a good connection, then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. Do not pinch the wires. 3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place. 4) Place the handset on the main base and the other in the extra charging cradle. · Use only the Uniden battery (BT-905) supplied with your phone. Replacement batteries are also available through the Uniden Parts Department. (See page 7.) · Place the extra handset in the charger with the keypad facing forward for 15-20 hours before use. GETTING STARTED [9] Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged (15-20 hours charge time) · Seven hours continuous use · Ten 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 main base unit after a telephone call. 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. If the phone is not in use, ¨Low Battery¨ appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, ¨Low Battery¨ flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the main base unit for charging. The last number dialed in the redial memory, the names and the numbers stored in the memory locations are retained for up to 30 minutes while you replace the battery pack. Cleaning the Battery Charging Contacts To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the battery contacts on the handsets and main base unit as well as the extra charging cradle with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about once a month. Do not use any liquids or solvents. [ 10 ] GETTING STARTED contacts GETTING STARTED C. Connect the main base unit and ...