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Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXLA 8950 cordless telephone.
Features
Introduction
This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide
reliability, long life and outstanding performance.
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.
• 900 MHz Extended range
TO YOUR NEW PHONE
• Secure Digital Transmission
• Integrated Answering Device
• Long Distance Manager
• 10 Number Memory
• 32 Digit Redial
• Flash
• Pause
• Pulse / Tone Dialing
• 7 Day Standby Battery Life
• 7 Hour Talk Time
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
• Speakerphone
• 3-Way Conference Operation
• Intercom
INTRODUCTION
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DIGITAL 900MHz
voice memogreeting
status speaker
clock pin volune
playdelete
DIGITAL
talk
Long
Dst
mute mem
flash
abc def
jklghi
mno
tuvpqrs
oper
tone
wxyz
213
546
879
0
redial/p int'com
ringer
chan
extended range
vol
talk batt mute
speaker
answer on/off page/int'com
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Controls and functions
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RING TIME REC TIME
2/4/TS ANN/4/1
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1. Handset antenna
2. Headset jack cover
3. Handset battery compartment
4. Handset ring switch
5. Handset earpice
6. Talk/Battery LED
7. Talk key
8. Volume down key
9. Flash key
10. Tone key
11. Redial/Pause key
12. Intercom key
13. Handset microphone
14. Mute LED
15. Volume up key
16. Long Distance Manager key
17. Memory key
18. Mute key
19. Channel key
20. Ringer select key
21. Handset charging contact
22. Base microphone
23. Speaker LED
24. Status LED
25. Handset retainer clip storage
26. Clock key
27. Pin key
28. Delete key
29. Greeting key
30. Repeat key
31. Answer on/off key
32. Speaker key
33. Base charging contact
34. Base speaker
35. Volume down key
36. Volume up key
37. LED display
38. Play/Stop key
39. Voice memo key
40. Skip key
41. Base antenna
42. Page/Intercom key
43. Record time switch
44. Ring time switch
45. Ring volume switch
46. Pulse-Tone switch
47. DC power input
48. Phone jack
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Introduction / Features...............inside front cover
Contents
Control and Functions................inside front cover
Getting Started
Read this first..........................................................3
Step 1: Checking the package contents ...............4
Step 2: Setting up the base unit ...........................5
Mounting the base unit on a wall ...........8
Step 3: Preparing the battery pack.....................10
Basics
Making a call ........................................................12
LDM (Long Distance Manager) ...........................13
Receiving a call ....................................................15
Adjusting ringer and earpiece volume................16
Redialing a call .....................................................17
Using the speakerphone......................................17
Mute ......................................................................18
Memory Dialing
Storing phone numbers .......................................19
Making calls with memory dialing......................20
Erasing a stored phone number..........................21
3-way Conference Features
OF YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL
3-way conferencing..............................................22
Using your EXLA 8950 intercom .........................23
Transferring a call.................................................24
The Integrated Answering Device
Features.................................................................25
Setting up your answering system ......................26
Using your answering system .............................30
Additional Information
Changing the digital security code......................36
Installing the beltclip............................................37
Headset installation ..............................................37
Note on power sources .......................................38
Maintenance..........................................................38
Troubleshooting ................................................39
Specifications .....................................................41
Index ....................................................................42
Getting Started
Basics
Memory Dialing
3-way
Conference
Features
The Integrated
Answering
Device
Additional
Information
CONTENTS
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This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps;
Read this first
Step 1 (page 4)
Unpack the telephone and accessories.
Step 2 (page 5 to 9)
Next, choose the best location to set
up the base unit.
Base unit
Step 3 (page 10 to11)
Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.
You have to charge the battery pack for more
than 12-15 hours before using the phone.
Handset
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GETTING STARTED
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.
A random security code will be assigned automatically between
your base unit and handset when you charge the battery pack for
the first time.
If you want to reset the security code, see page 36.
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Make sure you have received the following items in the package.
Checking the package contents
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the
Parts Department
• Base unit • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420)
(see below).
Uniden
• Rechargeable
battery pack
(BT-905)
• This Owner's Manual
• Precautions and Important Safety Instructions
• Registration Card
Uniden Parts Department
(800) 554-3988
Hours: M-F 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.
• Telephone line
cord (2)
• Memo sticker
• Wall mount adapter
• Beltclip
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Do the following steps.
Setting up the base unit
• Choose the best location
• Connect the base unit
• Choose the dialing mode
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
Choose a central location
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
• You should charge your handset for 12-15 hours before using the
phone.
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous
a power outlet which is not switchable.
• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise
such as motors and fluorescent lighting.
• Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna fully
vertical.
• The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop or mounted on a
standard wall plate.
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To AC outlet
To telephone outlet
To TEL LINE
To DC IN 9V
AC adapter
(supplied)
Telephone line cord
(supplied)
1
2
Route the cord.
Place the power cord so it
does not create a trip
hazard, or where it could
become chafed and create
a fire or electrical hazard.
Connect the base unit
If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 8.
1 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to
a telephone outlet.
2 Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a
standard 120VAC wall outlet.
3 Set the base unit on a desk or
tabletop and place the handset
on the base unit.
Then raise the antenna to a
vertical position.
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Use only the supplied AD-420 AC
PULSE
TONE
adapter. Do not use any other AC
adapter.
Connect the AC adapter to a
continuous power supply.
Polarity of the plug
If your telephone outlet isn't modular,
contact your telephone company for
assistance.
Modular
Choose the dialing mode
Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE switch as
follows:
If your dialing system is Set the switch to
Tone
Pulse
If you aren't sure of your dialing system
Make a trial call with the
If the call connects, leave the switch as is; otherwise, set to
TONE
PULSE
TONE/PULSE switch set to
TONE
.
PULSE
.
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Standard wall plate mounting
AC adapter
Wall plate
AC outlet
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4
7
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5
7
Mounting the base unit on a wall
This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall
plate.
1
adapter into the
notches on the base.
2 Plug the telephone
1 Snap the wall mount
line cord to the
TEL LINE jack and the
AC adapter to the
DC IN 9V jack.
3 Plug the telephone
line cord into the
telephone outlet.
4 Wrap the AC adapter
2 - 7
cord inside the
molded wiring
channel. Then wrap
the cord around the
strain relief notch.
5 Plug the AC adapter
into a standard
120V AC wall outlet.
6 Raise the antenna to a
vertical position.
7 Align the mounting
slots on the base with
the mounting posts on
the wall. Push in and
down until the phone
is firmly seated.
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TOP
3/16 in.
3-15/16 in.
8 On the base unit, pull the
Handset retainer
handset retainer out of the slot.
Rotate it clockwise 180
degrees.
9 Flip the retainer from front to
back. Slide it back into the slot
so that the lip of the retainer is
up and the oval is down. The
retainer holds the handset in
place.
Direct wall plate mounting
If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone
directly to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following:
• Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting
location. That could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the
wall.
• Try to mount your phone within 10 - 15 feet of a working phone
jack to avoid excessive cord lengths.
• Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of
the base and handset.
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1 Insert two mounting screws
into the wall, (with their
appropriate anchoring device),
3-15/16 inches apart. Allow
about 3/16 of an inch between
the wall and screwheads for
mounting the phone.
2 Refer to steps 1 through 9 on
pages 8 and 9 to mount the
telephone.
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Red
status
LED
Black
Use only Uniden Battery
Preparing the battery pack
BT-905.
Charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before you start
using your phone.
1 Press the battery cover release.
2 Connect the battery pack
connector with the correct
polarity (black and red wires),
then insert the battery pack
into the battery compartment.
3 Slide the battery cover forward
until it snaps into place.
4 Place the handset on the base.
Make sure that the
LED of the base unit lights, and
charging begins. Charge the
battery for at least 12-15 hours.
You can place either side up
for charging the battery.
“
status
”
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Even when the battery
pack is not being used, it
will gradually
discharge over a long
period. For optimum
performance, be sure to
return the handset to the
base unit after a
telephone call for
charging the battery.
Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged
• Seven hours coutinuous use.
• Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode.
When the battery charge becomes low
When the voltage of battery pack in the handset is very low and
needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate
functions in order to save power. If the battery charge becomes low
Battery lamp blinks. If the phone is in use, the handset beeps.
Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the
handset to the base unit for charging.
The built-in memory
backup can hold numbers
and names stored in the
memory for up to 2
minutes, while you replace
the battery pack.
If you must replace the
battery pack during a
telephone call, complete
the replacement of the
battery pack within 30
seconds, and you can
return to the original call.
Rechargeable batteries
have a memory effect that
reduces standby and talk
time. To avoid this
memory effect, on a
monthly basis, use the
phone until the
blinks. Then charge the
battery for 12-15 hours.
batt
LED
Cleaning the battery contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery
contacts on the handset and base unit about once a month. Use a
pencil eraser or other contact cleaner.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
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From the handset
chan
ª
•
tone
redial/p
Making a call
talk
talk
flash
1 Pick up handset.
The phone number can be
up to 32 digits.
2 Press . The “
blinks.
talk/batt
” LED
3 Dial the phone number.
4 To hang up, press or return the
handset to the base.
Other Operations
To Do this
To improve reception Press .
To adjust the earpiecer volume Press or during the call.
To temporarily switch to tone dial Press . The following
(When base is set to pulse mode) numbers dialed will be sent as
tone dialing.
To enter a pause within the Press .
numbers dialed
To use Call Waiting service Press when a new call
comes in during a conversation.
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LDM (Long Distance Manager)
talk
Sign up and Registration
LongDst
LongDst
1. Before using the LDM feature, you must register your phone by
calling 1-800-458-2682.
2. You will be asked a few simple questions, such as name, address,
and phone number.
3. Each month you will receive an itemized bill for calls placed
through the LDM service.
Placing a call using LDM
Press key before dialing a long distance (1+) or
international (011+) number.
LDM call from the handset
1 Pick up your phone.
2 Press . The “
blinks.
talk/batt
” LED
3 Enter the long distance phone number.
You must dial a “1” or “011” when
using the LDM feature.
4 To complete, press or return the
handset on the base.
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talk
LongDst
talk
NOTES
LongDst
LongDst
Redial will not function
when using the LDM
thruogh a PBX.
Private Branch Exchange (PBX) dialing
From the handset
1 Press .
2 Dial out by entering 9 on the
keypad, or any sequence of
numbers required to access an
outside line.
3 Listen for dial tone. Then press
key followed by a long
distance or international number.
The call will be placed using the
LDM service.
4 To complete, press or return
the handset on the base.
• You must dial a “1” or “011” when using the LDM
feature.
•
Do NOT USE BUTTON TO DIAL 911
BECAUSE IT WILL NOT ACCESS EMERGENCY
SERVICE.
• Do not use the key for placing local calls,
contacting your local phone company for repair or
customer service, accessing emergency service or for
toll free numbers.
• All calls placed through the LDM feature will be
charged at the applicable toll rate for the specific
call.
• Failure to register will result in lost savings.
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From the handset
status
LED
Receiving a call
talk
talk
speaker
speaker
mute
Handset on the base
From the base
1 Phone rings. The “
flashes.
talk/batt
” LED
2 Pick up the handset and speak.
3 Press or return the handset to the
base to finish the call.
Handset off the base
1 Phone rings. The “
flashes.
talk/batt
” LED
2 Press any key (except ) and
speak.
3 Press or return the handset to the
base to finish the call.
1 The phone rings. The
the base flashes.
status
LED on
2 Press .
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3 Press to finish the call.
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ringer
ringer
off on
ringer
ringer
ringer
ringer
•
ª
ª
•
ª
•
ª
•
RINGER
OFF–ON
Adjusting the ringer and earpiece volume
ringer
•
ª
volume
•
volume
ª
volume
When you wear a headset,
the earpiece volume High
and Loud will be the
same.
Handset ringer tone
In the standby mode, press
.
Each time is pressed, the
ringer tone setting changes and
the selected ringer tone sounds
for 2 seconds.
Handset ringer switch
Use this switch to turn the
handset ringer on and off.
ringer
off on
Handset earpiece volume
Pressing or during a telephone call will change the
earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect
after the telephone call has ended.
When you press in Loud mode or press in Normal
mode, error sound beeps.
Base ringer switch
Use this switch to turn the base
ringer on and off.
Base speaker volume
To control the speaker volume of the
base, adjust the and
button as desired.
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speaker
12"
Using the speakerphone
speaker
From the handset
redial/p
Redialing a call
talk
talk
talk
LongDst
The last number you called can be quickly redialed.
Handset on the base
1 Pick up handset.
If the recently dialed
number exceeds 32 digits,
only the first 32 digits are
retained for redialing.
To use Long Distance
Manager, press
, instead of
.
2 Press . The “
blinks.
talk/batt
” LED
3 Press .
4 Press or place the handset on the
base to hang up.
You may use the base as a speakerphone. To answer calls, press
on the base. To hang up, press again.
The base microphone is located
under the base. Position yourself
approximately 12 inches away from
the base and speak clearly.
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You can turn off the sound from the handset microphone.
Mute
mute
mute
talk
mute
When speaking on the handset
1 Press during a telephone
call, to turn off the handset
microphone.
2 To cancel mute, press or
.
Ringer mute
Press when phone is ringing to
immediately mute the ring.
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Your EXLA 8950 stores up to 10 numbers in handset plus 10.
mem
0
9
Storing phone numbers
mem
mem
redial/p
On the handset
1 Press in the standby mode. The
“
talk/batt
2
Enter the number you wish to store (up to
20 digits).
” LED flashes.
You must press a key
within 20 seconds or the
phone will return to
standby. If you return the
handset to the cradle, the
phone will return to
standby too. Press
and you can go to
memory menu at any
time.
DIALING
3
Press again.
4 Press the keypad to to select
the memory location while you wish to
store the number.
5 The confirmation beep indicates the
number has been stored.
Press to place a pause in the phone number
sequence. The phone number you wish to store cannot
have more than 20 digits, including Pause.
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talk
LongDst
From the handset
mem
Making calls with memory dialing
talk
talk
1 Pick up the handset.
To use Long Distance
Manager, press
, instead of
.
2 Press . The “
blinks.
talk/batt
” LED
3 Press .
4
0 9
P
ress - on the keypad to
select the memory location you wish to
dial.
5 Press or return the handset to
the base to finish the call.
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From the handset
mem
Erasing a stored phone number
mem
0
9
1 Press . The “
blinks.
talk/batt
” LED
2 Press again.
3 Enter the memory location number
- of the number you wish to
delete. A confirmation tone indicates the
memory has been erased.
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Pressing the
talk
speaker
speaker
talk
3-way conferencing
speaker
talk
key on the base while
dialing with the handset
will set the 3-way
conversation mode and
dialing will continue.
Pressing the key on
the handset will not set
the 3-way conversation
mode while in the process
of dialing with the base.
Dialing from the 3-way
conversation mode is
possible only from the
handset.
The Uniden EXLA 8950 permits
3-way conversations between
the handset, base, and an
outside line.
When speaking on the handset
1 Press on the base.
This will set the 3-way conversation
mode.
2
Press on the base, to return
to the conversation between the
handset and outside line.
When speaking on the base
When the handset is off the base
1 Press on the handset.
This will set the 3-way conversation
mode.
CONFERENCE FEATURES
3-WAY
2
Press on the handset, to return
to conversing between the base and
the outside line.
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talk
speaker
Intercom from the handset to base
speaker
Using your EXLA 8950 intercom
talk
int'com
talk
speaker
page/int'com
page/int'com
int'com
1 Press on the handset.
2 At the base, Press or
to answer the page.
3
To turn off the intercom, press
on the handset or on the
base.
Intercom from the base to handset
1 Press on the base.
The handset beeps.
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2 Press or on the
handset.
3
To turn off the intercom, press
on the handset or on the
base.
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To transfer from the handset to the base
int'com
talk
speaker
speaker
speaker
talk
talk
Transferring a call
page/int'com
page/int'com
int'com
1 Press on the handset
while speaking on the handset. The
caller is put on hold. The handset
and base will enter the intercom call
mode. The intercom tone will be
sounded on the base.
2 Press or
on the base. The intercom mode is
activated but the caller is still on
hold.
3 To transfer to the base, press
on the handset.
To cancel the transfer, press
on the base.
To transfer from the base to the handset
1 Press on the base
while speaking on the speakerphone.
The caller is put on hold. The
handset and base will enter the
intercom call mode. The inter com
tone sounds on the handset.
2 Press or on the
handset. The intercom mode is
activated, but the caller is still on
hold.
3 To transfer the handset, press
on the base.
To cancel the transfer, press
on the handset.
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The EXLA 8950 has a built-in answering system that answers and
The integrated answering device
Features
records incoming calls.
You can also use your answering system to record a conversation,
leave a voice memo message for others who use the phone, or to
announce a special message to callers when you're away from your
phone.
ANSWERING DEVICE
• Digital Tapeless Recording
• 15 minutes of Recording Time
• Selective Greetings (Outgoing Messages)
• Time and Day Stamp
• Remote Message Retrieval and Room Monitor
• Toll Saver
• Conversation Recording
Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review, save or
delete the messages. You'll never have to worry about a tape
wearing out, jamming, or resetting improperly.
The Integrated Answering System is easy and convenient to use, but
please read through all of the instructions carefully.
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THE INTEGRATED
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Setting up your answering system
Turning the answering system on/off
answer on/off
clock
clock
clock
clock
clock
answer on/off
1 To turn the answering system on,
press . A beep tone
will sound after the press, greeting
message is played.
2 To turn the answering system off,
press again.
The EXLA 8950 announces that the
answering system turned off.
Setting the clock
The clock on EXLA 8950 Answer System starts when power is
applied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the
correct time.
Press or
multiple times to scroll
through days, hours,
minutes, etc.
If you don't set the clock
within two minutes, the
system returns to standby.
1 Press and hold until a beep
tone sounds.
2 First, press or until the
correct day of the week is
announced. (Number zero through
six displays on the base as each day
is announced.) Press again
to select the day.
3 Next, press or until you
hear the correct hour setting.
Numbers 1 through 12 display on
the base as each hour is announced.
Press again to select the
correct time.
4 Press or until you hear the correct time setting.
Numbers 1 through 59 display on the base as each minute is
announced. Press again to select the correct time.
5 The LED displays an A or P. Press or until you
hear the correct AM/PM setting.
6 Press again to end the time/day setting.
The EXLA 8950 announces the time that you have set.
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You can record a greeting
greeting
greeting
play
greeting
greeting
up to 30 second.
Setting your greeting
When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays
either a preset message or your own greeting.
Preset Message
ª
The following message is prerecorded:
"Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message
after the tone."
ª
Recording your personal outgoing message (Greeting)
1 Press and hold until you hear
a long tone. Start recording your
message immediately after you hear the
long tone end.
2 When you are finished recording your
message, press or .
A long tone sounds and your message
plays back on the phone.
ª
Choosing between two outgoing messages
1 Press to play the outgoing
message.
Stand within 12 inches in
front of the microphone
and speak clearly when
recording your outgoing
message.
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2 While the message is playing, press
again to select between your
personal greeting and the prerecorded
greeting.
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Selecting the message record time
REC TIME
ANN/4/1
pin
pin
pin
You can set your answering system to record messages up to one
or four minutes long.
One minute option:
move the
switch to 1.
Four minutes option:
move the
switch to 4.
ª
Announce only feature:
The announce only feature plays an outgoing message, but it will
not allow the caller to leave a message. Move the
switch to the
The message counter LED displays “ ” when system is on
standby.
Prerecorded outgoing message for Announce only feature is:
"Hello, no one is available to take your call."
REC TIME
REC TIME
ANN
position.
REC TIME
Selecting a PIN code
To play your messages from a remote location, you will need to
enter a two-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) code
(00-99). To select a PIN, perform the following steps.
Press or
multiple times to scroll
through numbers on the
display.
1 On the base, press and hold
button until a beep sounds, and the
LED displays 00.
2 To set the first number, press
or to scroll from 00 to 90.
When the desired number appears in
the display, press . This selects
the first number.
3 To set the second number, press
or to scroll from 0 to 9.
When the desired number appears in
the display, press . This selects
the second number and then the
entered number is announced.
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Setting ring time switch
RING TIME
2/4/TS
The ring time /toll saver switch
allows you to set the number of
rings the caller hears before the
answering system plays your
outgoing message. You can set
the switch to answer after two
rings or after four rings.
In the
TS
(Toll Saver) position, the answering system picks up after
two rings if you have new messages, and after four rings if there are
none. This way, if you call long distance to check your messages,
you can hang up after third ring to avoid billing charges.
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To stop playing your
play
Using your answering system
play
play
messages, press
again.
Playing your message
The base LED shows the number of total messages on the
display. If the display is blinking, then there are new messages
waiting for you. The EXLA 8950 is designed to play your new
messages first. After you play your new messages you can then
play your old messages.
1 Press . The system announces
the number of new and old
messages, then the incoming
messages are played. The time and
day each message was received is
announced after the message is
played, and the message counter
LED displays the number of the
current message.
2 When all new messages have
played, a long tone is heard. The
message counter LED stops flashing
to indicate that all of the new
messages have been reviewed.
3 After you have reviewed all your
messages, you can play your old
messages again. Press and
follow the instructions above.
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Pressing before
play
play
play
play
2.5 seconds (4.5 seconds
from remote) of the
message has played causes
the system to scan back
one message.
If you have several
messages, press
until you return to the
message you want to
replay.
Repeating a message
1 Press to review your message.
The number of stored messages is
announces.
2 After a message has played for a few
seconds, press to repeat the
message.
3 Press at any time to stop
reviewing messages and return to
standby. The message counter LED
shows the total number of messages still
on the system.
Skipping a message
1 Press to review your messages.
The number of messages is announced.
Each time is
pressed, the system scans
forward one message.
If you have several
messages, press and hold
message you want to play.
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2 Press at anytime to skip to the
next message.
3 Press at any time to stop
reviewing your messages and return to
standby. The message counter LED
shows the total number of messages on
the system.
to find the
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When you press delete,
play
delete
delete
voice memo
voice memo
play
Microphone
you are permanently
deleting the message.
Once deleted, the message
cannot be replayed.
Deleting a message
Deleting individual message
ª
1 Press to review your message.
2 If you decide to delete a message,
press anytime during the
message. The system beeps and
immediately goes to the next
message.
3 After you have played all of your
messages, a long tone sounds on the
base speaker.
ª
Deleting all messages
Press and hold after reviewing your messages. A tone
sounds when all messages are cleared.
Voice memo
The voice memo function allows the user to record a message
(up to 10 minutes) on the base.
The voice memo function
is completely independent
of the outgoing message.
It’s handy for leaving
others a quick message.
A voice memo message is
treated as a typical
recorded message and will
be added to the stored
messages.
1 Press and hold ,
until you hear a long beep. The
message counter LED blinks.
2 Speak into the microphone.
3 When you have finished, press
or to stop
recording. The system returns to
standby.
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play
voice memo
voice memo
NOTES
A recorded conversation is
treated as a typical
message and will be added
to the stored messages.
Recording a conversation
You can record up to 10 minutes of conversation while you are
making your call from the handset.
1 During the conversation from the
handset. Press and hold
on the base. The unit begins recording
and the LED blinks. A beep that can be
heard by both parties sounds every 15
seconds.
2 To stop the recording, press
or .
You cannot record a conversation while you are
speaking on the base.
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Remote access away from home
You can operate your answering system from a remote location
using any touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for
recorded messages, to play or delete messages, even to record a
new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the room.
1 Call your telephone number.
You must enter a
command within 15
seconds of entering
command waiting mode
or the answering system
automatically hangs up
and returns to standby.
The system will only
playback messages for
four minutes and then it
returns to command
waiting mode. To continue
playing your message,
press #then 2again
within 15 seconds
2 While the answering machine is activated, press
PIN code.
#
and your
3 The answering system announces the time and day stamp
and the number of messages stored in memory. Then the
message playback automatically begins.
4 You may continue to listen to your massage, or you may
select a command from the following chart.
Command Function
#
then
1
Repeat
#
then
2
Playing your messages
#
then
3
Skipping a message
#
then
4
Deleting a message
#
then
5
Stop message playback
#
then
6
Answering system on
#
then
7
Voice memo record/stop
#
then
8
Outgoing message record/stop
#
then
9
Answer system off
#
then Room monitor
*
5 After all of your messages have played, or the playback time
exceeds 4 minutes, you will hear that the 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.
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Remote room monitor
You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and
monitor sounds in the room where your base is installed.
1 Call your telephone number.
2 While the answering machine is activated, press
code.
#
and your PIN
3 The answering system begins announcing the time and day.
4 Press
5 Press
6 Press
#
then 5 to stop the messages.
#
then . You hear sounds in the room where your
phone is installed. After 15 seconds, the answering system
returns to the command waiting mode.
select another remote function. Or hang up to exit the system.
The answering system automatically returns to standby.
*
#
then to monitor the room for another 15 seconds. Or
*
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If the handset battery pack
page/int'com
Changing the digital security code
page/int'com
is completely discharged,
or the battery pack
removed, the digital
security code is erased.
If this happens, a new
security code is set
automatically the next
time the battery pack is
charged.
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 page 3.)
In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone
is using the same security code, you can change the code.
1 Remove the handset from the base
unit. Press .
2 While the handset is producing the
paging sound, hold
while placing the handset in the base
unit. The paging tone stops.
Leave the handset on the base for at
least 3 seconds. A new random
security code is set.
INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL
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To attach the beltclip
headset
jack
Installing the beltclip
Headset installation
To remove the beltclip
Insert the beltclip into the holes
on each side of the handset.
Press down until it clicks.
Pull both sides of the beltclip to
release the tabs from the holes.
Your phone may be used with
an optional headset. To use
this feature, simply plug any
standard 2.5mm headset plug
into the headset jack. Your
phone is ready for hands-free
conversation.
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Battery replacement
Note on power sources
Maintenance
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 for a replacement
battery.
Power Failure
During the period that the
power is off, you will not
be able to make or receive
calls with the telephone.
RECYCLING NICKELCADMIUM BATTERIES
NICKELCADMIUM
BATTERIES
MUST BE
Ni-Cd
Nickel-cadmium cells are used
in the battery pack. Please
take your used nickelcadmium battery packs to a
store that recycles nickelcadmium batteries.
DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY.
Caution
• Use the specified battery pack.
• Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it.
• Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.
• Do not remove or damage the battery casing.
When slightly dirty
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
When very dirty
Wipe with a soft cloth that has
been dampened with diluted,
neutral detergent. Dry with a
dry cloth.
When the charging
terminals become dirty
Wipe with a pencil eraser or
other contact cleaner.
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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If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try
chan
talk
Troubleshooting
these simple steps first.
Symptom
The
status
come on when the
YOUR NEW PHONE
handset is placed in
the base unit.
The audio sounds
weak and/or scratchy.
Can't make or receive
calls.
The handset doesn't
ring or receive a page.
light won't
Suggestion
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged
into the base unit and wall outlet.
• Make sure the handset is properly
seated in the base unit.
• Make sure the charging contacts on the
handset and base unit are clean.
• Make sure that the base unit antenna is
in a vertical position.
• Move the handset and or base unit to a
different location away from metal
objects or appliances and try again.
• Press to help eliminate
background noise.
• Make sure that you are not too far from
the base.
• Check both ends of the base unit
telephone line cord.
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged
into the base unit and wall outlet.
• Disconnect the AC adapter for a few
minutes, then reconnect it.
• Reset the digital security code
(See page 36).
• Make sure is pressed.
• The battery pack may be weak. Charge
the battery on the base unit for 12-15
hours.
• The handset may be too far away from
the base unit.
• Move the base unit away from
appliances or metal objects.
• Reset the digital security code
(See page 36).
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Symptom
The answering system
does not work.
Messages are
incomplete.
After a power failure,
the outgoing message
is deleted.
No sounds on the base
unit speaker during call
monitoring or message
playback.
Cannot access remote
call-in features from
another touch-tone
phone.
Suggestion
• Make sure the base unit is plugged
in.
• Make sure that the answering system
is turned on.
• The incoming messages may be too
long. Remind callers to leave a
brief message.
• The memory may be full. Delete
some or all of the saved messages.
• Record your greeting again.
The default messages should remain.
• Adjust the speaker volume on the
base unit.
• Make sure you are using the correct
PIN number.
• Make sure that the touch-tone phone
you're using can transmit the tone
for at least two seconds. If it
cannnot, you may have to use
another phone to access your
message.
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General
Specifications
The EXLA 8950 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68.
Frequency control: PLL
Modulation: Frequency shift keying
Operating temperature: 0
°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)
Base unit
RX frequency:
TX frequency:
YOUR NEW PHONE
Power requirements: 9V 350mA (from AC adapter)
Size:
Weight: Approx. 20.4 oz. (Approx. 579 g)
902.119 MHz to 905.016 MHz (30 channel)
924.997 MHz to 927.894 MHz (30 channel)
8-49/64 in. (W) x 6-57/64 in. (D) x 2-37/64 in. (H)
(222.5 mm (W) x 175 mm (D) x 65.3 mm (H))
Handset
RX frequency:
TX frequency:
Power requirements:
Size (without antenna):
Weight:
Battery: BT-905
Specifications, features, and availability of optional
accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.
924.997 MHz to 927.894 MHz (30 channel)
902.119 MHz to 905.016 MHz (30 channel)
Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack
7 in. (W) x 2-17/64 in. (D) x 2 in. (H)
(178 mm (W) x 57.6 mm (D) x 51 mm (H))
Approx. 8.6 oz. (244 g) (including battery)
Capacity 600 mAH, 3.6V
Talk mode 7 hours TYP
Standby mode 7 days TYP
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SPECIFICATIONS
At Uniden, we’ll take care of you!
If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at
1-800-297-1023
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any
matters regarding the operation of this unit, available accessories,
or any other related matters.
Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.
Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Index
3-way conferencing..............22
A
Answering device
Features...........................25
Setting up........................26
Using ...............................30
B
Base ringer switch................16
Battery pack
Preparing and
charging ..........................10
Replacement and
handling ..........................38
C
Channel.................................12
Connection..............................6
D
Dialing mode..........................7
Digital security code ........3, 36
E, F, G
Earpiece volume...................16
H
Headset installation ..............37
I, J, K
Intercom................................23
Installing the beltclip............37
L
Long distance manager ........13
M, N, O
Maintenance..........................38
Making a call ........................12
Memory dialing
Making a call
with memory dialing......20
Erasing a stored
phone number................21
INDEX
Storing phone
numbers ..........................19
Mounting the base unit
to a wall..................................8
Mute ......................................18
P, Q
Package contents....................4
R
Receiving a call ....................15
Redialing a call .....................17
Handset ringer tone .............16
Handset ringer switch ..........16
S
Setting up your answering
system
Selecting a PIN code......28
Selecting the
message record time ......28
Setting the clock.............26
Setting ring time
switch..............................29
Setting your greeting......27
Turning the answering
systen on/off...................26
Setup
Base unit...........................5
Handset...........................10
Specifications ........................41
T
Transferring a call.................24
Troubleshooting....................39
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Using your answering system
Deleting a message ........32
Playing your message ....30
Recording a
conversation ...................33
Remote access
away from home ............34
Remote room monitor....35
Repeating a message......31
Skipping a message .......31
Voice memo....................32
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