w w w. u n i d e n . c o m 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 Transferring a Call Flash and Call Waiting New Message LED PHONEBOOK Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Viewing the Phonebook Making Calls Using the Phonebook Speed Dialing [2] 3 5 6 8 8 9 10 14 15 17 18 18 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 22 23 23 23 24 25 25 26 26 28 30 31 31 Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial RocketDial (One Touch Dialing) Chain Dialing Memory Dialing (base only) CALLER ID Viewing the Caller ID List Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Using the Caller ID Message List Call Waiting Deluxe Features THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE Turning the Answering System On/Off Setting up your Answering System Using your Answering System Remote Operation EXPANDING YOUR PHONE How to Distinguish the Original Handset and the Second Handset Registering the Second Handset Call Transfer Feature Second Handset Operation ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Changing the Digital Security Code Installing the Beltclip Headset Installation Note on Power Sources Maintenance General Information TROUBLESHOOTING PRECAUTIONS & WARRANTY I.C. NOTICE INDEX REMOTE OPERATION CARD 32 33 34 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 40 41 47 50 53 53 53 54 55 57 57 58 58 59 59 60 61 63 65 66 67 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. 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. Note: Energy Star® applies to TRU5885 only. · 10 Distinctive Ring Options (6 ringers and 4 melodies) · Mute Feature · Flash and Pause · Find Handset · Hearing Aid Compatible · Tone/Pulse Dialing · Handset Earpiece, Handset Speaker and Ringer Volume Control · 10 Number Memory on the Base · Base Speakerphone with Keypad · Base Speaker Volume · 3-way Conference Operation · Handset Remote Operation · Call Timer Features · 5.8 GHz Spread Spectrum Technology · Integrated Answering Device (Trilingual Announcement Option) · Two Handset Expandability · Hands Free Speakerphone in the Handset · Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID · Dynamic Memory Location for Caller ID Messages and Phonebook Locations (up to 100 numbers in total) · Trilingual Language Option (Handset) · 4 Hour Talk Time · 8 Day Standby Battery Life · 3-Line, 16 Character Backlit Handset Display · One Touch Dialing · Call Transfer · 32 Digit Redial / 3 Last Number Redial Locations (handset only) W E L C O M E / F E AT U R E S [3] The TRU5885 series features include AutoTalkTM and AutoStandbyTM. 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. To protect you against mis-billed calls, which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the TRU5885 series has Random CodeTM digital security, which automatically selects one of over 65,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. RocketDialTM 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. Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a "wider frequency band" vs. a "single narrow band" used in standard digital transmissions. The result is a more secure conversation with the clarity of digital sound, extended range, and minimal interference from other cordless phones. Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com Uniden® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, Random Code, and RocketDial are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. [4] W E L C O M E / F E AT U R E S QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Step 1 Charging the Battery 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. TO SELECT CALLER ID OPTIONS 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. Press + or - to change the option setting. Step 4 Setting up Answering System Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity. Replace the cover. Your phone is set for tone dialing. If your local network requires pulse dialing, please see "Setting up the phone, Choose the dialing mode" in your owner's manual. Press select/ch and return the handset to the base. TO CHOOSE THE LANGUAGE Press menu/mute. Press + or - to move the pointer to "Language", then press select/ch. Press + or - to change the option setting. Press select/ch and return the handset to the base. PLUG INTO AC POWER Plug the AC adapter cord into the base unit and then to a 120V AC outlet. TO TURN THE ANSWERING SYSTEM ON/OFF Press answer on/off to turn On the system. To turn Off the system, press answer on/off again. Step 3 Setting up the Caller ID Options/Language TO SET GREETING MESSAGE Press and hold greeting. Start recording your message. Position yourself as near to the base as possible. When finished, press greeting or . Place the handset in the base. You must charge the battery pack Note: continuously for 15-20 hours before using the phone. Note: Three Caller ID options are available: Auto Talk, Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) and Area Code. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE [5] 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. Handset Antenna Headset Jack Cover Beltclip Hole Handset Battery Compartment New Message LED Handset Earpiece LCD Display call id (Caller ID)/ (right cursor) Key (Phonebook)/RocketDial/ (left cursor) Key spkr (speaker) Key (repeat)/1 Key (delete) (for remote operation)/4 Key /tone Key redial/p (pause) Key Menu/ (mute) Key Handset Microphone Talk/flash Key + (up) Key - (down)/remote Key End Key (skip)/3 Key # Key Xfer (transfer)/ del (delete) Key Select/ch (channel) Key Handset Charging Contacts Hands Free Speaker 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 4 [6] CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 28 29 30 31 32 27 33 34 35 36 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 41 42 43 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. Microphone /tone Key 52. Telephone Line Jack (play/stop) Key 53. DC Power Input 52 53 (TRU5885-2 only) 56 54 55 54. Charging Contacts (TRU5885-2 only) 55. Charge LED (TRU5885-2 only) 56. DC Power Input (TRU5885-2 only) CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS [7] 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. Step 4 (page 15 to 17) Finally, set the Caller ID options, and store your area code in the memory to use the Caller ID service. Choose the language of your display. Note: Skip the area code setting if your calling area requires 10-digit dialing. About the digital security code This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your base unit. This security code prevents other cordless handsets from making calls through your base unit. If you want to change the security code, see page 57. [8] G E T T I N G S TA R T E D 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. · · · · · · · Base unit (1) Handset [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)*] AC adapter [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)] Rechargeable battery [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)] Telephone cord (1) Beltclip [TRU5885 (1) / TRU5885-2 (2)] Charger (1) [TRU5885-2 only] Also included: · This Owner's Manual · Other Printed Material * For operations and restrictions on the second handset, read "Expanding Your Phone" on page 53. Uniden Parts Department (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. G E T T I N G S TA R T E D [9] 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. 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 Choose a central location Avoid other cordless telephones [ 10 ] G E T T I N G S TA R T E D G E T T I N G S TA R T E D B. Install the battery pack 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. 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 in the charging cradle with the keypad facing forward. · Use only the Uniden battery (BT-446) supplied with your phone. Replacement batteries are also available through the Uniden Parts Department. (See page 9.) · Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the base after each phone call. G E T T I N G S TA R T E D [ 11 ] 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. If the phone is in the standby mode, "Low Battery" appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, "Low Battery" appears and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging. The last number dialed in the redial memory is retained for up to 2 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 handset and base unit with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about once a month. Do not use any liquids or solvents. contacts [ 12 ] G E T T I N G S TA R T E D 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 T ...