Welcome/Features/Terminology2
Controls & Functions4
Setting up the Phone6
Choose the best location 6
Optional 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
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall11
Standard wall plate mounting 11
Expanding Your Phone12
Backwards/Forwards
Compatibility 12
Connect the expansion handset's
charger 13
Register the Handset 13
Register the TCX440 and TCX400
expansion handset to main base 14
Changing the Digital Security Code 15
Installing the Beltclip15
Optional Headset Installation16
Installing Uniden's Cordless
Telephone Customization Tool16
Using the Interface18
Example of the standby mode
display 18
Display Icons 19
Soft Key Function 20
Using the joystick 21
Entering text 22
Main Menu Options23
System Setup Menu24
Using Your Phone37
Contents
Making Calls 37
Receiving a call 39
Hanging Up 39
Switching to the Handset
Speakerphone During a Call 39
Moving out of range 40
Call Waiting 40
Call Waiting Deluxe 40
Placing a Call on Hold 41
Conferencing 42
Redialing Calls 43
Adjusting Base Ringer and Speaker
Volumes 44
Using the Handset Volume
Options 45
Mute 46
Mute the Microphone 46
Tone Dialing Switch Over 47
Privacy Mode 47
Do Not Disturb (DND) 47
Find Handset 48
Using One Touch Voice Mail
Access 48
Programming your Voice Mail
Access Number 48
Voice Mail Tone 49
Resetting the New Message LED
for Base 49
Reminder (Handset only) 50
Using the Phonebook52
Creating and Editing Phonebook
Entries 52
Storing Caller ID or Redial
Numbers in the Phonebook 55
Managing the Phonebook 56
Checking the number of
stored entries 57
Changing the sorting order 57
Naming phonebook groups 58
Making Calls with the Phonebook 58
Caller ID Features59
Using the Caller ID List 59
Deleting Caller ID numbers 60
Multi-Handset Features61
Using DirectLink Mode 61
Room/Baby Monitor 62
Intercom 63
Transferring a Call 64
Note on Power Sources65
Power Failure 65
Battery replacement and
handling 65
Warning 65
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.
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models meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
Energy Star
Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product
is a U.S. registered mark.
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• 5.8GHz Digital Expandable System
• 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 (optional)
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
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2.Volume (up) (P. 46)
3.Volume (down) (P. 46)
4.Talk/flash (P. 37 & 40)
5.Back/hold/intercom
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19
(P. 21, 41 & 63)
6.
/tone (P. 60 & 47)
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7.Ear Speaker
8.Soft menu keys (P. 20)
9.end (P. 39)
10.Joystick (P. 21)
11.Speaker Phone (P. 38)
12.# (P. 60)
13.Handset Microphone
14.Handset Charging Contacts
15.Handset Antenna
16.Beltclip Hole
17.Speakerphone Speaker and Ringer
18.Headset Jack
19.Handset Battery Compartment
20.USB jack
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Controls & Functions
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21. Base Antenna
22. Base Charge Contacts
23. Base Speaker
24. Back (P. 21)
25. LCD Display
26. Soft Menu keys (P. 20)
27. Phonebook/ (P. 52 & 21)
28. /Speaker Volume Up
(P. 21 & 44)
29. Menu/select (P. 21)
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30. (Caller ID)/ (P. 60 & 21)
31. /Speaker Volume Down
(P. 21 & 44)
32. Hold/intercom/transfer
(P. 41 & 63 & 64)
33. Flash (P. 40)
34. Find hs (P. 48)
35. Do not disturb (DND) (P. 47)/
Dnd LED
36. End (P. 39)
37. Speaker (P. 38) /
Speaker LED
38. Handset charge LED
39.
/tone (P. 47 & 60)
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40. # (P. 60)
41. Base Microphone
42. Backup Battery Compartment
43. DC IN 9V Jack
44. TEL LINE Jack
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note
For maximum range:
•Do not hold the
handset where you
might block the signal.
Antenna
Correct
Incorrect
•Metal and reinforced
concrete may affect
cordless telephone
performance.
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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 your 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 [6]
Setting up the Phone
Optional 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 backup battery in the base
1) Open the battery case cover by pressing in slightly on the
right side of the base as shown.
2) Place the battery pack in the battery compartment with the
connectors on the battery and on the compartment aligned.
3) Push in the battery compartment.
note
• appears in LCD as
a warning that the
backup battery pack is
NOT installed in the
base unit.
•To use the backup
battery Feature you
need to connect the AC
adapter to the base,
and charge the base
battery for at least 24
hours.
•Use only the Uniden
(BT-0003) rechargeable
battery pack. The
battery may be
purchased by calling
Uniden's Parts
Department
(see back cover page).
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Install the rechargeable battery pack
note
Use only the Uniden
(BT-0003)
rechargeable battery
pack supplied with
your cordless
telephone.
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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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 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
Connect the base and charge the handset
1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V
jack.
•
Use only the supplied
AD-0006 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.
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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 handset 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 15 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.
Setting up the Phone
Setting up the Phone [1 0 ]
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall
Mounting the Base Unit on a
Standard wall plate mounting
This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate.
1) Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN 9V jack.
2) Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL
LINE jack.
Wrap the cord inside the molded wiring
channel as shown.
3) Snap the wall mount adapter into the
notches on the base top.
4) Wrap the AC adapter cord and telephone
line cord inside the molded wiring channel
as shown.
5) Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V
AC wall outlet.
6) Plug the telephone line cord into the
telephone outlet.
7) Align the mounting slots on the base with
the mounting posts on the wall. Then push
in and down until the phone is firmly
seated.
[11 ] Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall
!
DO NOT use an AC
outlet controlled by a
wall switch.
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note
•Advanced features may
not be supported by
older handsets.
•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).
(The Customer Service
Hotline is closed on
holidays.)
Expanding Your Phone
Your phone can support a total of
ten handsets. Expansion handsets
do not need to be connected to a
phone jack, and allow you to use
additional features such as
DirectLink Mode and up to 4-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 TCX400, TCX440, ELX500, TCX805, and TCX860. (Please check
www.uniden.com for an updated list of expansion handsets
compatible with this series.)
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Connect the expansion handset's charger
The handset's 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
handset 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
15 hours before using your new cordless
telephone for the first time.
note
•Use only the supplied
AD-0005 AC adapter.
Do not use any other
AC adapter.
Expanding Your Phone
Register the Handset
Handsets supplied with the phone are registered to the base by the factory. Preregistered handsets display a handset ID number. Handsets that have not been
registered display
refer to Owners Manual for
the base, the handset ID will be assigned. Only one handset can be registered at a
time.
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MUST place the handset in base to register! Models may vary,
help.
in the LCD. When you register an extra handset to
•Your phone may be
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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Register the TCX440 and TCX400 expansion handset to main
base
Before an expansion handset is registered, the battery pack MUST be charged for 15
hours.
To register TCX440 or TCX400 handset, simply place it in the main base.
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.
To register a TCX805, TCX860, ELX500 handset, follow the steps below:
1) From the base, press
Setup
menu.
2) Select
Register Handset
menu/select and select
3) On the handset, press and hold # until you hear a beep.
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
,
and press menu/select.
Handset Registering
will appear in the LCD. When
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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. "System Reset" options ("De-register the Handset" and "Replacing the Base
Setting") for all the handsets you have (see page 69).
2. Re-register each handset by following the steps on page 14.
Installing the Beltclip
To attach the beltclip
Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset.
Press down until it clicks.
To remove the beltclip
Pull either side of the beltclip to release the tabs from the
holes.
Changing the Digital
[15 ] 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 handsfree conversations. (Headsets may be purchased by
calling Uniden's Parts Department. See back cover
page.)
This phone includes Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool for your
Windows PC. You can use this software application to completely configure your
phone, download pictures for wallpaper, and import contacts from Microsoft
Outlook.
Optional Headset
Installation
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Optional Headset Installation [1 6 ]
NOTE: Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool requires either Microsoft®,
Windows® 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP and more than 150MB
free hard drive space.
1) Insert the 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.
To the
USB jack
To PC
4) Once the software is installed,
connect the USB cable to the
handset and your PC as shown.
5) Customize your Uniden cordless
handset with your personal
preferences.
For complete instructions on using Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool,
see the help file on the CD-ROM.
icons indicate the handset battery status. This icon cycles depending on
the battery status (empty, low, medium, and full).
Ringer off icon indicates that the ringer is turned off.
Telephone icon indicates that the line is in use.
Mute icon appears when you mute the handset or the base.
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Speaker icon appears when the handset speaker phone is use.
Envelope icon appears when a new message is received.
Privacy icon appears when the Privacy Mode is turned on.
Call record icon appears while recording a conversation.
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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 and base.
The text right above the soft key indicates that key's current function. For example, when the phone is in
standby mode, pressing soft key 2 on the handset makes 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.
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Using the joystick
The joystick makes it easy to use your phone. The four most commonly used
functions are accessible just by moving the joystick.
Voice Mail Access
Use the joystick or menu/select key on the base to make menu selections.
Highlight the option you want by moving the joystick up,
down, right, or left on the handset, or up or down on the
base. This will move the cursor; the option currently
highlighted appears in reversed out text.
Select the highlighted option by pressing in on the center
of the joystick or the menu/select key on the base.
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To go back a level in the menu, press back/hold/intercom or back on the base.
View the
phonebook
Joystick
Redial a number
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View the
Caller ID
end key.
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
press the joystick to the right 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 joystick, or the right key on the base 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 the center of the joystick or menu/select on the base to end your text entry.
If you make a mistake while entering a name, use the joystick, 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.
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Main Menu Options
On the handset, the options are DirectLink, Room Monitor, Messages, Ringer
Options, Speaker Setup, Display Options, Reminder, and 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
the Date and Time, the time-out period is extended to two minutes.
• All of these options can be configured in the Cordless Customization Application.
Handset Main Menu Options
DirectLink
Ringer Options
Reminder
Room Monitor
Speaker Setup
System Setup
On the base, the options are Rings/Volumes, Caller ID, Redial, Phonebook, Room
Monitor, and System Setup.
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Messages
Display Options
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