GN Netcom ELT 560 User Manual

ELT 560

SERIES

OWNER'S

MANUAL

Welcome/Features/Terminology/
Accessibility 2
Controls & Functions 4
Setting up the Phone 6

Choose the best location 6
Battery Backup Feature 7
Install the rechargeable
battery pack 8
Low battery alert 9
Cleaning the battery charging
contacts 9
Connect the base and charge the
handset 10

Expanding Your Phone 11

Backwards/Forwards Compatibility 11
Connect the expansion
handset's charger 12
Register the Handset 12
Register the ELX500 expansion

handset to the main base 13
Changing the Digital Security Code 14
Installing the Holster 14
Optional Headset Installation 15
Installing Uniden's Cordless Telephone
Customization Tool 16
Using the Interface 17

Example of the standby mode

display 17

Display Icons 17

Soft Key Function 18

Entering text 20
Main Menu Options 21
System Setup Menu 22

System Setup 22

Setting the Ringer Options 27

Display Settings 30

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Using Your Phone 34

Contents

From the Handset Speakerphone 34
Receiving a call/AutoTalk
set to OFF 35
Hanging Up 35
Switching to the Handset
Speakerphone During a Call 35
Moving out of range 35
Call Waiting 36
Placing a Call on Hold 37
Conferencing 37
Redialing Calls 37
Using the Handset Volume
Setting Menu 39
Mute 40
Mute the Handset Microphone 40
Tone Dialing Switch Over 41
Privacy Mode 41
Find Handset 41
Reminder 42

Using the Phonebook 46

Creating and Editing
Phonebook Entries 46
Storing Caller ID or Redial
Numbers in the Phonebook 49
Managing the Phonebook 50
Checking the number of
stored entries 51
Changing the sorting order 51
Naming phonebook groups 52
Making Calls with the Phonebook 52

Caller ID Features 53

Using the Caller ID List 53
Deleting Caller ID numbers 54

Multi-Handset Features 55

Using DirectLink Mode 55

Room/Baby Monitor 56
Intercom 57
Transferring a Call 58

Note on Power Sources 59

Power Failure 59
Battery replacement and handling 59
Warning 59

General Information 60

AC Adapter Information 60
Battery Information 60

Troubleshooting 61

System Reset 63
Liquid Damage 64
Precautions & Warranty 65
I.C. Notice 67
Index 68

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Multi-Handset phone. The USB connection lets
you use your personal computer to edit your phonebook, download schedule
reminders, and even import contacts from MicroSoft Outlook.

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
models meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
Energy Star

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Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product

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is a U.S. registered mark.

Terminology/Accessibility

Welcome/Features/

Features

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• 5.8GHz Digital Expandable

• Caller ID/Call Waiting Deluxe Options

• Customize Handset Profiles Using Personal Computer

• 100 Phonebook Names (4 Numbers Per Name)

• Downloadable Images

• Recordable Ringer Tones

• Calendar with Schedule Reminder Capability

• Battery Backup During Power Failure

Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoStandby,
DirectLink, IntegriSound and Random Code are trademarks of Uniden America.

Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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Welcome/

Terminology

•Standby mode - The handset is not in use. If it is off the cradle, no line has been activated. No dial

tone is present.

•Talk mode - A telephone line has been activated on the handset, enabling a dial tone.

Accessibility

Uniden provides a customer service hotline for accessibility questions. If you have a disability and need
customer service assistance or if you have any questions about how Uniden's products can accommodate
persons with disabilities, please call the accessibility voice/TTY line:
1-800-874-9314

A representative is available to talk to you M-F, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, CST. After hours, you can leave us a
message, and we will call you back. Information is also available on our website, www.uniden.com, under
the "Accessibility" link.

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Controls & Functions

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1.New Message LED

2.Speakerphone Speaker and
Ringer

3.Sub LCD

4.Handset Earpiece

5.LCD display

6.Volume up/down key (P. 39)

7. (phonebook)/ (P. 19 & 46)

8.Talk/flash (P. 34 & 36)

9.Back/hold/int'com

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(P. 19 & 37 & 57)

10.

/tone (P. 41)

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11.Soft menu keys (P. 18)

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12. (message)/ (P. 44 & 19)

13.Menu/select key (P. 19)

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14.Cid (Caller ID) / (P. 53 & 19)

15.Redial/ (P. 37 & 19)

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16.End (P. 35)

17.# (P. 54)

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18.Handset Microphone

19.Handset Charging Contacts

20.USB jack cover

21.Handset Antenna

22.Headset Jack Cover

23. (speaker phone) (P. 34)

24.Handset Battery Compartment

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Controls & Functions

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25. Base Antenna

26. Base Charge Contacts

27. Find hs (handset) (P. 41)

28. Handset Charge LED

29. DC IN 9V Jack

30. TEL LINE Jack

31. Registration button

32. Base Battery Compartment

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note

For maximum range:

•Do not hold the
handset where you
would block the signal.

Correct

Antenna

Incorrect

•Metal and reinforced
concrete may affect
cordless telephone
performance.

Setting up the Phone

Choose the best location

When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines
you should consider:

• The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet (one
which is not connected to a switch).

• The base and handset should be kept away from sources of electrical noise such as motors,
Microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting.

• For better reception, place the base as high as possible.

• The base should be placed in an open area for optimum range and reception.

• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to phone line, be 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.

• The base should be placed in an open area for optimum range and reception.

Setting up the Phone

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Setting up the Phone [6]

Battery Backup Feature

Setting up the Phone

The battery backup allows you to make and receive calls during a power failure. You can
use any handset or the base, just as you would normally.

Install the power backup battery in the base

1) Open the battery case cover by pressing the release button on
the bottom of the base as shown.

2) Plug the battery connector (red and black wires) into the jack
inside the battery compartment. (The connector notches fit into
the grooves of the jack only one way). Match the wire colors to
the polarity label in the battery compartment, connect the
battery and listen for a click to insure connection.

3) Make sure you have a good connection by gently pulling on the
battery wires. If the connection is secure, the battery jack will
remain in place.

4) Place the battery case cover back on the base.

5) Align the tabs on the cover with the grooves on the base, and
press down the cover until it clicks into place.

note

•To use the battery
backup feature, you
need to connect the AC
adapter to the base,
and charge the base
battery at least for 24
hours.

•During initial setup,
the AC Adapter must
be connected to
activate the base unit.
Once activated, you
can make or receive
calls using battery
backup.

•Use only the Uniden
(BT-446) rechargeable
battery pack supplied
with your cordless
telephone.

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note

Use only the Uniden
(BT-0002)
rechargeable battery
pack supplied with
your cordless
telephone.

Install the rechargeable battery pack

Follow the steps below if you need to install a battery.

1) Press down on the handset battery case cover (use the finger indention for a better grip)
and slide the cover downward to remove.

2) Place the battery pack in the battery compartment with the connectors on the battery and
on the compartment aligned.

3) Place the battery case cover back on the handset and slide it upwards until it clicks into
place.

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Setting up the Phone [8]

Low battery alert

When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions
in order to save power.

Setting up the Phone

note

The battery pack needs to be charged when:

- The empty battery icon appears.

-

Low Battery

appears in the display.

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possible, and return the handset to the cradle.

Cleaning the battery charging contacts

To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the handset once a
month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub the damp cloth over the
charging contacts until all visible dirt is removed. Dry the contacts thoroughly
before returning the handset to the cradle.

Caution: Do not use paint thinner, benzene,
alcohol, or other chemical products. Doing so
may discolor the surface of the telephone and
damage the finish.

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•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 cradle after
each telephone call.

•If the handset is left
off of the base, the
actual talk mode
duration will be
reduced respective to
the amount of time the
handset is off the
cradle.

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note

•

Use only the supplied
AD-800 AC adapter.
Do not use any other
AC adapter.

•Do not place the power
cord where it creates a
trip hazard or where it
could become chafed
and create a fire or
electrical hazard.

•Don't place the base in
direct sunlight or
subject it to high
temperatures. The
battery may not charge
properly.

If your telephone
outlet isn't modular,
contact your
telephone company.

Connect the base and charge the handset

1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V

jack.

Place the base close to the AC outlet to
avoid long extension cords.

2) Connect the AC adapter to a continuous
power supply (i.e., an outlet that is not
controlled by a switch).

3) Close the handset and place it in the
base with the smaller LCD screen facing
forward.

4) Make sure that the charge LED illuminates.
If the LED does not illuminate, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in and the
handset makes good contact with the base charging contacts.

5) Charge your handset at least 10 hours before plugging into the phone line.

6) Once the handset battery pack is fully
charged, connect the telephone line cord
to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone
outlet.

To move the phone to a different
telephone outlet, first unplug AC
adapter and remove the battery.
Connect the telephone cord first,
then replace the battery and
connect the AC adapter.

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Expanding Your Phone

Your phone can support a total of ten
handsets. Expansion handsets do not
need to be connected to a phone
jack. Expansion handsets allow you
to use additional features such as
DirectLink Mode and up to 3-way
conference calling. Expansion
handsets need to be registered to
the base before they will operate.

Backwards/Forwards Compatibility

Your phone is compatible with other Uniden 5.8GHz Digital
Expandable Handsets. Compatible models include the TCX860
and ELX500. (please check www.uniden.com for an updated
list of expansion handset compatible with this series.)

10 Handsets

note

•Older handsets may not
support some of this
model's advanced
features.

•If you have any trouble
with your phone, visit
our web site at
www.uniden.com or call
our Customer Hotline at
1- 800-297-1023 (Mon

-Fri 7 am to 7pm, Sat/
Sun 9 am to 5pm, CST).
(Phone support is
closed on holidays.)

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note

•Use only the supplied
AD-0005 AC adapter.
Do not use any other
AC adapter.

•Your phone maybe
compatible with other
Uniden 5.8Ghz Digital
Expandable Systems.
Look for the technology
icon on our boxes or
visit our website for a
list of compatible
models.

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Connect the expansion handset's charger

The handset is powered by a
rechargeable battery pack. The battery
recharges automatically when the
handset is placed in the charger.

1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V
jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

2) Set the charger on a desk or tabletop,
and place the handset in the charger
with the sub-LCD screen facing forward.

3) Make sure that the charge LED
illuminates.
If the LED does not illuminate, check to
see that the AC adapter is plugged in
and the handset makes good contact
with the charger charging contacts.

4) Charge the handset battery pack for at
least 10 hours before using your new
expansion handset for the first time.

Register the Handset

Any handsets supplied with the phone are registered to the base by the factory.
Pre-registered handsets display a handset ID number. Handsets that have not been
registered display

refer to Owners Manual for help.

the sub LCD. When you register an extra handset to the base, the handset ID will be
assigned. Only one handset can be registered at a time.

MUST place the handset in base to register! Models may vary,

in the LCD, and

Handset must be registered

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Expanding Your Phone

Register the ELX500 expansion handset to the main base

Before the expansion handset is registered, the battery pack MUST be charged for 10
hours.

To register an ELX500 handset, simply place it in the main base.

Expanding Your Phone

While the handset is registering,

Registration complete.
Registration failed.

is displayed, the handset has been registered to the base. If

appears, please try these steps again.

Handset Registering

To register a TCX860 handset, follow the steps below:

1) Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of
the main base.

2) Press and hold the

Registration button in the battery

compartment.

3) Keep pressing the

Registration button until the

handset charge LED on main base start to blink.

4) On the handset, press and hold # until you hear a beep.

While the handset is registering,

Registration complete.
Registration failed.

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is displayed, the handset has been registered to the base. If

appears, please try these steps again.

Handset Registering

will appear in the LCD. When

Registration
button

will appear in the LCD. When

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note

You must remove the
holster to charge the
handset.

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. 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:

1. Perform the "System Reset" options ("De-register the Handset" and "Replacing
the Base Setting") for all the handsets you have (see page 63).

2. Re-register each handset by following the steps on page 12.

Installing the Holster

- Line up the groove on the back of the handset with the groove

on the holster. The handset fits in the holster only one way.

- Slide the phone into the holster.

- Use the spring clip to attach the holster to your belt or

pocket.

Changing the Digital

Security Code

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Optional Headset Installation

Your phone may be used with an optional headset
To use an optional headset, insert the headset plug into the headset jack. Your
phone is ready for hands-free conversations. (Headsets may be purchased by calling
Uniden's Customer Hotline. See page 59.)

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Installing Uniden's Cordless Telephone
Customization Tool

This phone includes Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool for your
Windows PC. You can use this application to completely configure your phone,
download pictures for wallpaper, and import contacts from Microsoft® Outlook®.

NOTE: The Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool application requires
Microsoft®, Windows® 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP and more
than 150MB free hard drive space.

1) Insert the Uniden's Cordless
Telephone Customization Tool CD into
your computer's CD-ROM drive. The
installation application should start
automatically.

2) If the application doesn't start, go to
the

Start menu and select Run.

3) In the window, type

d:\autorun.exe

(where d is the letter assigned to your
CD-ROM drive), and click OK.

4) Once the software is installed,
connect the USB cable to the handset
and your PC as shown.

5) Customize your Uniden Cordless Handset.

For complete instructions on using the Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization
Tool, see the help file on the CD-ROM.

To the
USB jack

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Telephone Customization Tool

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Using the Interface

Example of the standby mode display

• Handset •Sub-LCD

Battery icon

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Date and time/Battery icon

Number of new caller ID calls received.

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If you do not press a key within 30 seconds, the phone will time out and exit the menu mode. When setting Date and Time, the time-out
period is extended to two minutes.

Number of new caller ID calls received

Display Icons

ICON DESCRIPTION

Handset Sub-LCD

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Battery

icons indicate the handset battery status. This icon cycles depending on

the battery status (empty, low, medium, and full).

Ringer off icon indicates that ringer is turned off.

Mute icon appears when you mute the handset.

Speaker icon appears when the handset speaker phone is used.

When a new message is received, an envelope icon is displayed on the LCD screen.

Privacy icon appears when the Privacy Mode is turned on.

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Soft Key Function

"Soft" keys are keys that change function during the operation of the phone. There are two soft keys on
the handset.

The text right above the soft key indicates that key's current function. For example, when the phone is in
the main menu, pressing soft key 2 make a selection. When the phone is in talk mode, pressing soft key 2
brings up the options menu. Complete information on the features controlled by the soft keys can be
found under each feature.

In Main Menu In talk mode

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To make menu selections, please follow the instructions below:

Press menu/select.
Highlight the option you want by pressing the up, down, right, or left key on the
handset. This will move the cursor; the option currently highlighted appears in
reversed out text:

Select the highlighted option by pressing the menu/select key.

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To exit the MENU and return to standby, press the

end key on the handset.

To go back a level in the menu, press the back/hold/int'com.

If you do not press a key within 30 seconds, the phone will time out and exit
the menu mode. When setting Date and Time, the time-out period is extended
to two minutes.

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Entering text

You can use the number keypad on your
phone 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, then the
number on the key.

If two letters in a row use the same
number key, enter the first letter, then
use the right key to move the cursor to
the next position to enter the second
letter.
For example, to enter Movies:

1) Press 6 once to enter M.

2) Use right key to move the cursor to the right.

3) Press 6 six times to enter o.

4) Press 8 six times to enter v.

5) Press 4 six times to enter i.

6) Press 3 five times to enter e.

7) Press 7 eight times to enter s.

8) Press menu/select to end your text entry.

If you make a mistake while entering a name, use right or left key to move the cursor to the incorrect character.
Press the DELETE soft key to erase the incorrect character, and then enter the correct character.
To delete all characters in the text entry field, press and hold the DELETE soft key.

Number of times key is pressed

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Main Menu Options

Your phone has the following main menu options:

DirectLink, Room Monitor, Messages, Reminder, Speaker Setup, Display Options,
Ringer Options, System Setup.

Note:

• If you do not press a key within 30 seconds, the phone will time out and exit the menu mode. When setting
Date and Time, the time-out period is extended to two minutes.

• All of these options can be configured in the Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool.

Main Menu Options

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Direct Link

Ringer Options

Reminder

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Room Monitor

Speaker Setup

System Setup

Messages

Display Options

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