Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DCX520 optional
handset and charger. This additional handset is for use with the
Uniden DCT5260, DCT5280, or DCT5285 base. You can place a fully
featured cordless handset anywhere in your home where AC power is
available to connect the handset charging cradle. THE DCT5260
SERIES WILL SUPPORT UP TO 8 HANDSETS. THE DCT5280 SERIES AND
DCT5285 SERIES WILL SUPPORT UP TO 4 HANDSETS.
IMPORTANT
The DCX520 will not operate unless it has been registered to a
Uniden DCT5260 series, DCT5280 series, or DCT5285 series. Before
the additional handset can be used, the battery must be charged and
it must be registered with the base.
This manual describes only the instructions specific to the additional
handset. For detailed operation, refer to the owner’s manual supplied
with the original unit (read “Expanding Your Phone” first).
To purchase additional handsets (DCX520) contact your local Uniden
Dealer or visit our web site at www.uniden.com.
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.
• Cordless Handset
• Charger
• Battery (BT-211AR) (2)
(“AA” Rechargeable Ni-MH)
(Capacity: 1500 mAH, 1.2V)
• AC Adapter (AD-310)
(INPUT: 120V AC 60Hz) (OUTPUT: 9V DC 210 mA)
• Beltclip
• This Owner’s Manual
• Other Printed Material
Uniden Parts Department at (800) 554-3988
Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.
We can also be reached on the web at
www.uniden.com.
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Install the AA Batteries
Charge the AA batteries for at least 17-20 hours before
completing the installation or using the handset.
Press down on the battery cover
1
release and slide the cover down
until it comes off.
Install the batteries supplied
2
with your phone. Check for
correct (+ -) polarity.
Securely close the battery
3
compartment cover by sliding
it until it snaps into place.
“Please Register” appears in
the display.
Place the handset in the charging
4
cradle with the keypad facing forward.
The DCX520 will only work with
“AA” Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.
If you use any other type of
batteries, the display will show “Use
rechargeable battery only”.
• Use only “AA” rechargeable Ni-MH
batteries. Do Not use Alkaline, Lithium,
or non-rechargeable batteries. To insure
maximum performance and safety, use
replacement batteries specifically matched for
this phone, contact www.uniden.com.
Using incorrect batteries could damage or
limit the performance of the handset and
could cause bodily injury.
• Recharge your handset on a regular basis by
returning the handset to the charger after
each phone call.
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