Uniden DX834, DXC834 User Manual
CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Battery Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Introduction........................................................................... 4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Electrical Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Telephone Line Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Radio Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
More Than One Cordless Telephone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cordless Telephone Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation............................................................................ 6
Selecting a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Telephone Line Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting the Telephone Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Applying Power to the Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Desk or Tabletop Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Wall Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Direct Wall Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting Up Your Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Extending the Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing the Handset Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cleaning the Battery Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Charging the Battery Pack .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the Pulse/Tone Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adjusting Ringer Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adjusting Handset Receiver Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Automatic Digital Code Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Making and Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Changing Channels, Flash, and Page/Find . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Programming Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storing a Number in Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storing a Mixed Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Dialing a Stored Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Chain Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Erasing a Stored Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
One-Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Addendum to Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons:
Read and understand all instructions.
1.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning, and use a dry cloth, without liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub,
4.
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, causing serious
5.
damage to the unit.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect the
product from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should never be
placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation
unless proper ventilation is provided.
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
7.
are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be
8.
damaged by persons walking on it.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or electrical shock.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous
10.
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to qualified service personnel
11.
when service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently
used.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
12.
following conditions:
When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
A.
If liquid has been spilled into the product.
B.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
C.
D. If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. (Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive repair work by a qualified technician.)
If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
E.
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
F.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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Battery Safety Precautions
Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions:
Use only the appropriate type and size Battery Pack specified in this Operating Guide.
1.
Do not dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check the Nickel-Cadmium Battery
2.
Disposal package insert for disposal instructions.
Do not open or mutilate the Battery Pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
3.
eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as
4.
rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
Charge the Battery Pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the
5.
instructions and limitations specified in the instruction manual provided for this product.
Observe proper polarity orientation between the Battery Pack and battery charger.
6.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DX834/DXC834 3
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DX834/DXC834 Cordless Telephone. These phones are
designed to exacting standards which provide reliability, long life, and outstanding performance.
Features
The
• 25 Channels
•
AutoSecure
•
Random Code
™
™ Digital Security
• Handset Ringer/Volume Controls
• UltraClear Plus
• Pulse/Tone Dialing
•
AutoTalk
•
AutoStandby
•
Voice Scramble
™
™
• 10-Number Memory
• 1-way Page/Find Button
• Redial/Flash Key
• 14 Day Battery Life
• Charging Cradle (DXC834 only)
Voice Scramble
any call you make or receive. The RF signal between
the Handset and Base Unit are changed, making it
difficult or impossible for someone to receive and
understand your phone calls.
AutoTalk™
removing the Handset from the Base so you don’t
have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping
switches.
simply returning the Handset to the Base.
protects your privacy by scrambling
allows you to answer a call by just
AutoStandby™
allows you hang up by
UltraClear Plus
with 25 different channels, virtually eliminates
background noise and provides you with the best
possible reception during all of your conversations.
To protect you against misbilled calls which might
result from your phone being activated by other
equipment,
Random Code™
automatically selects one of over 65 thousand digital
security codes for the Handset and Base Units.
Also, the
AutoSecure
your phone when the Handset is in the Base.
To get the most from your phone, please read this
Operating Guide thoroughly. Also be sure to
complete the Product Registration form and mail it
in.
Be sure to visit our Internet site at:
http:\\www.uniden.com!
innovative technology, together
digital security
™ feature electronically locks
Included with the DX834/DXC834 Phone
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact Uniden Customer Service at: (800) 297-1023, 8:00 am
to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday.
charge
Handset Base Unit Rechargeable Battery Long Telephone Cord
CordlessExtend APhone
Charging Cradle
(DXC834 Only)
DX 834 /DXC 834
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®
Operating Guide
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2 AC Adapters Short Telephone Cord
Operating Guide Other Printed Material
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Important Electrical Considerations
Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching. Lightning can pass through
your household wiring and damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.
Warning: Pleasedo not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.
Caution: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of this
product in any way other than as detailed by this Operating Guide, could void your authority to
operate this product.
Range
Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by transmitting and receiving according
to the highest specifications set forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance
with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many
factors limit range, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range
rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against other range claims.
Telephone Line Problems
The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in the event that your phone
causes problems on the telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in facilities and
services which may affect the operation of your unit. However, your telephone company must give adequate
notice in writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to continue
uninterrupted service.
If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first disconnect your phone to determine if it is
the cause of your problem. If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it disconnected until the trouble
has been corrected.
Radio Interference
Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless Handset, or clicking noises
in the Base Unit. This interference is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner,
fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too
distracting, please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem. In addition,
we recommend that the Base not be plugged into a circuit that also powers a major appliance because of the
potential for interference. Be certain that the antenna on the unit is fully extended when needed.
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting transmissions on your phone, you
may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot
eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to a different channel.
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference
to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should
not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone
farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
More Than One Cordless Telephone
If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they must operate on different channels.
Press the channel key to select a channel that provides the clearest communication.
Cordless Telephone Privacy
Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset and base of your cordless
telephone are accomplished by means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways. Because of
the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your communications can be received by radio receiving
devices other than your own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any communications using your cordless
telephone may not be private.
DX834/DXC834 5
Installation
Selecting a Location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important guidelines you should consider:
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous power outlet.
Note: A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does not have a switch to interrupt its power.
• Keep the Base Unit and Handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors or fluorescent
lighting.
• Be sure there is sufficient space to fully extend the Base Unit antenna.
• The Base Unit can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE wall plate.
• If you decide to mount your phone on the wall, make sure to change the handset retainer so that the tab
which holds the Handset faces up. (See page 10 for more information.)
• You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before completing the installation or using the
Handset.
Telephone Line Outlets
There are two types of phone outlets:
Modular Jack
Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords are fitted with a molded plastic
connector which plugs into this type of jack. If you do not have modular phone jacks, contact your local
telephone company for information about their installation.
Hard-wired Jack
Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of installations require a modular jack
converter. This type of installation is not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone dealer or
a telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter for your particular situation.
Connecting the Telephone Cords
Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:
Caution!
•
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected.
•
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Applying Power to the Base Unit
All the
DX834 phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt power, and the included AC adapter.
To relieve strain on the DC plug when the phone is placed on a desk or table, connect the adapter as shown
below.
Wrap the power cord around the convenient notch on the bottom.
Important: Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and
create a fire or other electrical hazards.
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Desk or Tabletop Installation
1. Place the Base
on a desk or
tabletop.
2. Plug the AC
Adapter cord into
the 9V DC input
jack on the Base
Unit.
3. Place the AC
Adapter cord
around the strain
relief.
4. Plug one end of
the long
telephone cord
into the
jack on the Base
Unit.
TEL LINE
5. Plug the other
end of the cord
into the
telephone jack
on the wall.
6. Plug the AC
Adapter into a
standard
120V AC wall
outlet.
Note: Do not
use an outlet
controlled by a
wall switch.
\
Use only the Uniden AC Adapter
supplied with this phone.
DX834/DXC834 7
Wall Installation
Standard Wall Plate Mounting
These phones are designed to be mounted on a
standard AT&T or GTE wall plate.
1. Plug the AC
Adapter into
the Base Unit.
2. Place the AC
Adapter cord
inside the
molded
channel.
3. Plug one end
of the short
telephone cord
into the
TEL LINE
on the Base
Unit.
4. Place the
telephone cord
inside the
molded
channel on the
bottom of the
Base Unit.
Then plug the
other end of
the telephone
cord into the
modular jack
on the wall.
jack
5. Place the
Base Unit on
the posts of
the wall plate
and push
down until it’s
firmly seated.
6. Plug the AC
Adapter into a
standard
120V AC wall
outlet.
Note: Do not
use an outlet
controlled by
a wall switch.
Direct Wall Mounting
If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can
mount your phone directly on a wall. Before
mounting your phone, consider the following:
• Select a location away from electrical cables,
pipes, or other items behind the mounting
location that could cause a hazard when
inserting screws into the wall.
• Make sure the wall material is capable of
supporting the weight of the Base Unit and
Handset.
• Use #10 screws with anchoring devices
suitable for the wall material where the Base
Unit will be placed.
1. Insert two
mounting
screws 3
inches apart.
Allow about
3
⁄
16
between the
wall and
screw heads
for mounting
the phone.
15
⁄
16
of an inch
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2. Plug the AC
Adapter into the
Base Unit.
6. Place the Base
Unit on the
screws and
push down until
it’s firmly seated.
3. Place the AC
Adapter cord
inside the
molded channel.
4. Plug one end of
the long
telephone cord
into the
jack on the Base
Unit.
5. Place the cord
inside the
molded channel
on the bottom of
the Base Unit.
TEL LINE
7. Plug the other
end of the
telephone line
cord into the
wall jack.
8. Plug the AC
Adapter into a
standard 120V
AC wall outlet.
Note: Do not
use an outlet
controlled by a
wall switch.
DX834/DXC834 9
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