Uniden DXI386-2 User Manual

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Contents

Welcome/Features 2 Quick Reference Guide 3 Controls and Functions 4 Getting Started

Read this First 6 Checking the Package Contents 7 Setting up the Phone 8 Before Using, Register Extra Handset to

Main Base Unit When to Re-register Handsets 13 Call Transfer Feature 13 Mounting the Main Base Unit on a Wall 14 Terminology 15 Setting Menu Options 16

Basics

Making and Receiving Calls 19 Adjusting the Handset Ringer and

Earpiece Volume 20 Redial 21 Tone Dialing Switch-over 21 Traveling Out-of-Range 21 Selecting a Different Channel 22 Page 22 Flash and Call Waiting 22

Memory Dialing

Storing Phone Numbers and Names 23 Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters 25

Making Calls with Memory Dialing 27 Chain Dialing 28 Editing a Stored Name and/or Phone Number 29 Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number 31

RocketDial

RocketDial 32 Storing and Editing the RocketDial 32 Making Calls with the RocketDial 32 Deleting the RocketDial 33

Caller ID Features

Caller ID 34 When the Telephone Rings 34 Viewing the Caller ID Message List 35 Deleting Information from the Caller ID List 36 Using the Caller ID List 38

Additional Information

Changing the Digital Security Code 40 Installing the Beltclip 40 Headset Installation 40 Note on Power Sources 41 Maintenance 41 Troubleshooting 42 General Information 44 Precautions & Warranty 45 I.C. Notice 47 Index 48

Welcome

Features

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DXI386-2 series cordless telephone. This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance.

Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for

explanation purpose. The color of your cordless phone may vary.

As an ENERGY STAR product models meets the E

NERGY STAR

• Dual Handsets

• 900 MHz Extended Range Technology

• 3 Line Backlit Display

• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID (each handset)

• RocketDial (each handset)

• 10 Number Memory Dialing (each handset)

• The Keypad Facing Forward Charging

• 32 Digit Redial

Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or

is a U.S. registered mark.

NERGY STAR

guidelines for energy efficiency.

• Flash and Pause

• Tone/Pulse Dialing

• Page/Find handset

• 7 Hour Talk Time/10 Day Standby Time

• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control

• Hearing Aid Compatible

• 20 Channel Autoscan

• Call Transfer

The DXI386-2 series features include AutoTalkTMand AutoStandbyTM. AutoTalk allows you to

answer a call by just removing the handset from the main base so you don't have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping switches. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the main base.

The UltraClear Plus

true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise. This innovative technology, together with 20 different channels, provides you with the best possible reception during all your conversations.

To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the DXI386-2 series has Random Code

digital security which automatically selects one of over 260,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, the AutoSecureTMfeature electronically locks your phone when the handset is in the main base.

RocketDial

is a one touch speed dial key that automatically dials your most important or

frequently called number. The number dialed, is a preset number stored by the user. Call Transfer allows you to transfer outside calls from handset to handset, only one handset at a

time can talk with an outside caller.

Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com

Uniden®is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, UltraClear Plus, Random Code, AutoSecure, and RocketDial are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.

Step 1 Charging the Batteries

Step 2 Connecting Step 4

Setting Up the Caller ID

TO INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERIES CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE

Remove the cover.

Connect the battery pack connector with

the correct polarity.

Replace the cover.

When the handset battery pack is fully charged, after 15-20 hours of charging, plug the telephone cord into the main base unit and then into a telephone wall jack.

Your phone is set for tone dialing. If your local network requires pulse dialing, please see “Choose the dialing mode” on page 17.

TO PLUG INTO AC POWER

Plug AC adapter cord into the main base unit and extra charging cradle and then

into a 120V AC outlet.

Place one handset in the main base and place the other handset in the extra

charging cradle. It does not matter which handset is placed in the main base and extra charging cradle.

Note: You must charge the batteries continuously

for 15 - 20 hours before using the phone.

Step 3 Before Using, Register Extra Handset to Base

After fully charging the handsets, remove the handset from the extra charging cradle and place it in the main base cradle.

(Base LED light will begin to flash indicating registration is occurring.)

Wait for at least 5 seconds before removing

the extra handset from the main base.

Congratulations, the registration has been completed, and your dual handset cordless phone is ready for use!

Note: Three Caller ID options are available: AutoTalk, Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW), and Area Code.

Note: CIDCW can only be changed on HS1.

TO CHANGE CALLER ID OPTIONS

Press and hold cid/menu.

Press or to move the pointer to an

option.

Press select/channel to change the option

setting.

Press end and return the handset to the

main base.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE [ 3]

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

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Controls and Functions

Dual Handsets

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS[ 4 ]

1. Handset antenna

2. Beltclip holes

3. Optional headset jack

4. Handset battery compartment

5. Handset earpiece

6. LCD display

7. Caller ID/menu key

8. Talk/flash key

10. Redial/pause (p) key

11. Select/channel key

12. Handset microphone and

13. Volume up ( ) key

14. RocketDial key

15. End key

16. Volume down ( ) key

17. #/right cursor ( ) key

18. Memory (mem) key

19. Delete/transfer key

20. Handset charging contacts

/tone/left cursor ( ) key

ringer speaker

Main Base

21. Status LED

22. Find handset key

23. Base charging contacts

24. Telephone line jack

25. DC IN 9V jack

26. Charging contacts

27. Charge LED

28. DC IN 9V jack

Extra Charging Cradle

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS [ 5]

Read this First

This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:

Step 1 (page 7)

Unpack the telephone and accessories.

Step 2 (page 8)

Next, choose the best location to set up the main base unit.

Step 3 (page 9 to 11)

Then, insert the battery packs into the handsets. Connect the main base unit and extra charging cradle. You must charge the battery packs for 15-20 hours before plugging

into the telephone line and using the phone.

Step 4 (page 12)

After fully charging the handsets, remove the handset from the extra charging cradle and place it in the main base cradle for at least 5 seconds.

Conveniently, your cordless phone allows you to transfer outside calls from handset to handset, simply by pressing the transfer key. Not to worry, conversations will not be interrupted; only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller. The second handset cannot go off hook to listen to conversations or make an outgoing call while the other handset is in use.

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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.

• Main base unit (1)

• Handset (2)

• AC adapter (2)

• Rechargeable battery (2)

• Telephone cord (1)

• Beltclip (2)

• Extra charging cradle (1)

• This owner’s manual

• Other printed materials

GETTING STARTED

Uniden Parts Department at (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com

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Setting up the Phone

Do the following steps:

A. Choose the best locations B. Install the battery packs

A. 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

• The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet which is not switchable.

• Keep the main base and handsets away from sources of electrical noise such as motors, microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting.

• The main base can be placed on a desk, tabletop, or mounted on a standard wall plate.

C. Connect the main base unit and the

extra charging cradle

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

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B. Install the battery packs Charge the battery packs for at least 15-20 hours

before plugging the phone line into your phone.

GETTING STARTED

1) Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off.

2) Connect the battery pack connector observing correct polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the battery compartment.

Do not exert any force on this connection. It could cause damage to the battery or to the handset. The plastic connectors will fit together in only one way. Once you are certain that you have made a good connection, then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. Do not pinch the wires.

3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place.

4) Place one handset in the main base with the keypad facing forward. Place the other handset in the extra charging cradle.

• Use only the Uniden

battery (BT-905) supplied with your phone. Replacement

batteries are also available through the Uniden Parts Department. (See page 7.)

• Place the extra handset in the charger with the keypad facing forward for 15-20 hours before use.

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Battery use time (per charge)

From fully charged (15-20 hours charge time)

• Seven hours continuous use

• Ten days when the handset is in the standby mode

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 main base unit after a telephone call.

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Low Battery Alert

When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. If the phone is not in use,

Low Battery¨ appears on the LCD and none of the keys

will operate.

If the phone is in use, ¨

Low Battery¨ flashes and the

handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the main base unit for charging.

The last number dialed in the redial memory, the names and the numbers stored in the memory locations are retained for up to 30 minutes while you replace the battery pack.

Cleaning the Battery Charging Contacts

To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the battery contacts on the handsets and main base unit as well as the extra charging cradle with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about once a month. Do not use any liquids or solvents.

contacts

C. Connect the main base unit and the extra charging cradle

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

2) Set the main base and extra charging cradle on a desk or tabletop, and place one handset in the main base unit and one in the extra charging cradle.

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

• Use only the supplied AD-311 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter.

• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.

• Place the main base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily.

• After installing the battery packs in the handsets, charge your handsets at least

15-20 hours before plugging into the phone line. Once the handsets battery packs are fully charged, connect the telephone line cord to the main base and telephone wall outlet.

4) Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet once the handset is fully charged.

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

Modular

GETTING STARTED

Place the handset in the main base with the keypad facing forward for charging.

Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.

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• When you charge the

HS1 New :01 Total :02

handset, Caller ID summary screen and the name of the handset, HS1 appears. If HS2 appears, you are charging the handset No.2.

Before Using, Register Extra Handset to the Main Base Unit

When the dual handsets are removed from the packaging, the handset that is placed in the main base unit first (to charge battery for 15-20 hours), will automatically be registered to the main base unit. (It does not matter which handset you choose to place in the main base unit first).

You will also need to register the extra handset by placing it in the main base cradle. The extra handset WILL NOT operate properly until the registration has been completed. Once the handset is registered, it is ready for use.

Follow these simple steps to register:

• The smaller cradle is

simply an extra charging device for either handset.

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1) First, install the battery packs in both handsets. Place either handset in the main base cradle, then place the extra handset in the extra charging cradle. Charge both handsets for 15-20 hours.

2) After fully charging both batteries, remove the handset in the extra charging cradle, and place it in the main base cradle. The LED light on the main base will begin to flash, indicating that the registration is taking place between the extra handset and the main base.

3) Wait for at least 5 seconds before removing the handset from the main base.

Congratulations, the registration has been completed, and your dual handset cordless phone is ready for use!

When to Re-register Handsets

Transfer Call

Hold Transfer Call

1) You’ll need to re-register the extra handset (follow steps on page 12) each time the digital security code is changed. Refer to page 40 for details regarding the Digital Security Code.

When there is a power failure for more than one hour

If power failure occurs (e.g. due to electrical storm or if the unit is unplugged during a move), both handsets will need to be re-registered. To re-register, follow the same registration process on page 12.

Call Transfer Feature

To transfer a call (to the second handset)

1) Press delete/transfer during a call. The call will automatically be placed on hold and the transfer tone sounds.

2) When the other handset receives the call, the transfer tone stops. To cancel the transfer, press delete/transfer or talk/flash on the handset.

To receive a transferred call (from the second handset)

Pick up the handset (when AutoTalk is set to On), or pick up the handset and press talk/flash to answer the transferred call. Additionally, you can answer the transferred call by pressing any number key,

/tone/ , or #/ (when AutoTalk is set to On).

GETTING STARTED

• If the extra handset’s battery becomes very low, the handset must be recharged for 15-20 hours and re-registered to the main base unit.

• Make sure to return the handsets to the charging cradles after each phone call.

• If you transfer the call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected.

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DO NOT use an AC outlet controlled by a wall switch.

Mounting the Main Base Unit on a Wall

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) Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown.

3) Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

4) Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack. Wrap the cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown.

5) Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone outlet.

6) Align the mounting slots on the main base with the mounting posts on the wall. Then push in and down until the phone is firmly seated.

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