Uniden EXA3955 User Manual

www.uniden.com

Contents

Welcome / Features / Terminology
Controls and Functions 3

Getting Started

Checking the Package contents 5
Setting up the Phone 6

Basics

Making and Receiving Calls 12
Adjusting the Handset Ringer and

Earpiece Volume 13
Adjusting the Base Ringer 13
Redial 13
Traveling Out-of-range 14
Flash and Call waiting 14

Memory Dialing

Storing Phone Numbers 15
Making Calls with Memory Dialing 16
Erasing Stored Numbers 17

Telephone Features

3-way Conferencing 18
Intercom/Page Feature 19
Call Transfer Feature 20
Chain Dialing 21
Mute (Handset/Base) 21
Selecting a Different Channel 21
Tone Dialing Switch-over 22

The Integrated Answering Device

Features 23
Turning the Answering System On/Off 24
Setting up your Answering System 24
Using Your Answering System 31

Additional Information

Changing the Digital Security Code 37
Changing the Face Plate 38
Headset Installation 38
Installing the Beltclip 39
Maintenance 39
Note on Power Sources 40
Troubleshooting 41
General Information 43
Precautions & Warranty 44
Index 46
Remote Operation Card 47

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden EXA3955 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 purposes.

Features

• 900 MHz Extended Range

• Integrated Telephone Answering Device

• 2-way lntercom

• 22 Number Memory Dialing

• 32 Digit Redial

• Flash and Pause

Terminology

AutoTalkTMallows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base.
AutoStandby
Random Code

activated by other equipment. Random Code digital security automatically selects one of approx.
65,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, AutoSecure
your phone when the handset is in the base.

Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a “wider frequency band” vs. a “single narrow
band” used in standard digital transmissions. The result is a more secure conversation with the
clarity of digital sound, extended range, and minimal interference from other cordless phones.

Standby Mode - The handset is not in use, is off of the base, and has not been pressed.
A dial tone is not present and the display is blank.

Talk Mode - The handset is not on the base and has been pressed enabling a dial tone.

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, and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.

(ITAD)

(12 Handset & 10 Base)

TM

allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.

TM

protects you against misbilled calls, which might result from your phone being

• Tone/Pulse Dialing

• 10 Day Standby Battery Life

• 6 Hour Talk Time

• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control

• Speakerphone

• Voice Prompted Guidance through ITAD Setup Menu

• 20 Channel Autoscan

TM

electronically locks

Controls and Functions

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1. Handset Antenna

2. Headset Jack Cover

3. Handset Battery Compartment

4. Handset Earpiece

5. Talk/Low Batt LED

6. Vol (Volume Up) Key

7. Redial/p (Redial/Pause) Key

8. Vol (Volume Down) Key

9. Talk Key

10. /Tone Key

11. Mute Key

12. Mem 1 and mem 2 (One-touch Priority)
Keys

13. Memory Key

14. Flash Key

15. Int’cm (Intercom) Key

16. Channel Key

17. Handset Microphone

18. Handset Charging Contacts

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20. Mute/Menu Key

21. Redial/p (Redial/Pause) Key

22. Base Charging Contacts

23. Status LED

24. Ans. On/Off (Answer On/off) Key

25. Delete Key

26. Memo/Rec (Memo/Record) Key

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(Fast Forward)

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30. Flash/Set Key

31. Memory Key

32. Base Antenna

33. /Tone Key

34. (Talk Key)

35. Base Speaker Volume Keys

36. Int’cm/page (Intercom/Page) Key

37. Base Microphone

38. DC Power Input

39. Phone Jack

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS[ 4 ]

Checking the Package Contents

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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 (see below).

• Base unit • Handset • AC adapter • Rechargeable
battery pack

• This Owner’s Manual

• Quick Reference Guide

• Other Printed Material

GETTING STARTED

• Telephone line cord

• Beltclip • Face plate

Uniden Parts Department

[phone]
Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com

GETTING STARTED [ 5 ]

Setting up the Phone

Do the following steps:

A. Choose the best location C. Connect the base unit
B. Install the battery pack D. Choose the dialing mode

A. Choose the best location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Conciderations” in “Precautions &
Warranty”. 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

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

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

• Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna to a vertical position.

• The base can be placed on a flat surface such as desk, tabletop, or mounted on a standard

wall plate.

[ 6 ] GETTING STARTED

GETTING STARTED

B. Install the battery pack

Place the handset on the base unit and charge the battery pack for at
least 15-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your phone.

Battery use time (per charge)

From fully charged:

• 6 hours continuous use.

• 10 days when the handset is in the standby mode.

Low battery alert

If the phone is not in use, talk/low batt LED flashes on the LCD and none
of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, talk/low batt LED flashes
and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible
and return the handset to the base unit
for charging.

note

• Use only the Uniden
Battery supplied with
your phone.
Replacement batteries
are also available
through the Uniden
Parts Department
(See page 43) or
www.uniden.com

• 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 base
unit after each
telephone call.

• 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.

[ 7 ]GETTING STARTED

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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.

C. Connect the base unit

1 Connect the AC adapter to the

DC IN 9V jack and a standard 120V AC
wall outlet.

2 Set the base on a desk or tabletop,

Pull back stand out for base support
and place the handset on the base
unit as shown.

note

The handset can be
placed face up or face
down in the base
for charging.

tip

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

[ 8 ] GETTING STARTED

3 Raise the antenna to a vertical

position.

4 Make sure the status LED lights. If the LED does not

light, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in.

note

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

• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.

5 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack

and a telephone outlet once the handset is
fully charged.

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D. Choose the dialing mode

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Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the
phone lines. However, some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in
rural areas. The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing
system, set the mode as follows:

GETTING STARTED

Base Setting only

1 Press and hold until you hear a confirmation tone.

2 To set the dial mode for pulse dialing, press . Or to set the dial

mode for tone dialing, press . A confirmation tone sounds to
indicate the setting is complete.

• If you are not sure of your dialing system, set for tone dialing. Make a
trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is, otherwise set for
pulse dialing.

• If your phone system requires pulse dialing and you need to send the DTMF
tones for certain situations during a call, you may “switch-over” to tone
dialing (refer to “Tone Dialing Switch-over” on page 22).

GETTING STARTED [ 9 ]

note

Make sure your battery
pack is fully charged
before choosing the
dialing mode.

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DO NOT use an outlet
controlled by a
wall switch.

Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall

Setting the handset retainer clip for wall mounting

1 On the base unit, pull the handset retainer clip out of

the slot and rotate it clockwise 180 degrees.

2 Flip the retainer clip from front to back. Slide it back

into the slot so that the lip of the retainer is up and
the ▼is down. The retainer holds the handset
in place.

Standard wall plate mounting

Flip the hook tab over
so the tab holds the
handset.

This phone can be mounted on any standard
wall plate.

Raise the
antenna.

1 Route the AC adapter cord inside the molded

wiring channel as shown.

Telephone
Line Cord

Single-Line
Telephone Jack
(RJ11C)

2 Plug the telephone line cord into the

TEL LINE jack. Route the cord inside
the molded wiring channel as shown.

3 Raise the antenna to a vertical position.

Power Outlet
(AC 120V, 60Hz)

AC Adapter

4 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.

GETTING STARTED[ 10 ]

Direct wall 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 5 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.

• Use #10 screws (minimum length of 1-3/8 inches) with anchoring devices
suitable for the wall material where the base unit will be placed.

1 Insert two mounting screws into the wall, (with their

appropriate anchoring device), 3-15/16 inches apart.
Allow about 1/8 of an inch between the wall and screw
heads for mounting the phone.

2 Set the retainer clip if necessary.

3 Refer to steps 1 through 4 on page 10 to mount

the telephone.

GETTING STARTED

GETTING STARTED [ 11 ]

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Making and Receiving Calls

The base microphone
is located under the
phone. Position
yourself as near to the
base as possible and
speak clearly.

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a call

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To hang

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To redial

From the Handset

Handset On the Base

Pick up the Handset (Auto Talk).

Handset Off the Base

Press any key.

1) Press .

2) Listen for the dial tone.

3) Dial the number.

Press , or return the handset
to the base (Auto Standby).

1) Press .

2) Listen for the dial tone.

3) Press to dial the last
number dialed.

From the Base

Press (talk).

1) Press (talk).

2) Listen for the dial tone.

3) Dial the number.

Press (talk).

1) Press (talk).

2) Listen for the dial tone.

3) Press to dial the
last number dialed.

BASICS[ 12 ]

Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume

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When the phone is in Standby Mode, pressing the key on the handset
selects the handset ringer volume and tone. There are two ringer tones
each with two volume levels. Continue pressing the key to listen to
all tones and volume levels. The phone keeps the last ringer tone and
volume setting selected.

Earpiece volume

The handset earpiece volume settings (Low, Medium, High and Maximum)
can only be adjusted during a call. Press repeatedly to select Low,
Medium, High, or Maximum. When you hang up, the phone keeps the last
volume setting selected.

(Maximum High Medium Low)

Adjusting the Base Ringer

There are three ringer selections; High, Low and Off. Select a ringer tone
by using the key on the base unit. (See “Setting the Base
Ringer Volume”, page 28).

Redial

The key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be
up to 32 digits long. The redial memory function in the handset and base
are independent from one another.

BASICS

BASICS [ 13 ]

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During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base
unit, noise increases. If you pass the range limits of the base unit, your
call will terminate within 30 seconds.

You must subscribe
through your local
telephone company to
receive Call Waiting
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[ 14 ] BASICS

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Flash and Call Waiting

If you have “Call Waiting” service and a call waiting
tone sounds while you are on a call, press to
accept the waiting call. There is a short pause, then
you will hear the new caller. To return to the original
caller, press again.

Storing Phone Numbers

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Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses.
Your EXA3955 stores up to 12 numbers in the handset plus 10 numbers in
the base.

With the Handset

Your EXA3955 has 10 memory locations and 2 one-touch priority dial
memory locations.

1 Remove the handset from the base.

2 Press . You will hear a beep and the

talk/low batt LED flashes.

3 Enter the phone number, up to 20 digits. If a pause

is needed during the dialing sequence, press
to insert a pause. Each pause counts as a digit and
represents a two second delay in time between
digits as they are sent.

4 Press again.

5 Enter the memory location (0-9) on the keypad or

press or . A tone indicates that the
number is stored. If you enter a number in a
location that has a previously stored number it will
overwrite the existing number without warning.

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• The pause button
counts as one digit.
Pressing more
than once increases
the length of pause
between numbers.

• You must press a key
within 20 seconds or
the phone will return
to standby.

MEMORY DIALING

[ 15 ]MEMORY DIALING

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With the Base

1 Press . (Status LED blinks.)

• The 10 memory
locations in the base
are independent
locations from
the handset.

• The 10 memory

locations are
represented by the
numbers 0-9 on the
keypad. If you store
a number in one of
these locations, then
attempt to store a
different number in
the same location
later, the new
number will overwrite
the previous one.

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status

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memo/rec delete

2 Dial the number you wish to store. (The phone

number cannot exceed 20 digits.)

3 Press . Enter the memory location number

(0-9) on the keypad. The status LED stops

mute/menu

redial/p memory flash/set

blinking. A confirmation tone sounds and the
number is stored.

Making Calls with Memory Dialing

With the Handset

From the Memory Location

1 Press , then press .

2 Enter a memory location (0-9) on the keypad. Then the stored number is

automatically dialed.

From the One-touch Priority Dial

Your phone is equipped with two “One-touch priority dial” keys for instant
dialing. If you stored phone numbers in the one-touch priority dial memory

mem 1 or mem 2

(
one-touch priority dial, simply press , then press or .

), you can dial the phone numbers instantly. To use the

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Erasing Stored Numbers

With the Handset

1 Remove the handset from the base unit.

2 Press twice.

3 Press the memory location (0-9), or or . A tone indicates

that the stored number is erased from memory.

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1 Press . (Status LED blinks.)

2 Press again.

MEMORY DIALING

3 Enter the memory location number (0-9) of the

number you wish to delete. The status LED stops
blinking. A confirmation tone indicates the

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• During a 3-way

conversation, you can
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the handset.

3-way Conferencing

The Uniden EXA3955 permits 3-way conversations between
the handset, base and an outside line.

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1 Press on the handset to initiate the

3-way conversation.

2 To hang up, return the handset to the

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The base will still be connected to
the call.

TELEPHONE FEATURES

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Intercom/Page Feature

Intercom from the base to the handset

1 Press on the base. The handset beeps. (If no answer, press

again to cancel.)

2 Press any key on the handset to answer.

3 To turn off the intercom, press on the handset or on the base.

Intercom from the handset to base

1 Press on the handset. (If no answer, press again

to cancel.)

2 At the base, press or to answer. Speak into the base

microphone.

3 To turn off the intercom, press on the handset or on the base.

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within one minute, the
paging sounds stops
automatically.

[ 19 ]TELEPHONE FEATURES

Call Transfer Feature

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To transfer from the handset to the base

1 Press on the handset. The caller is put on hold and the intercom

tone sounds on the base.

2 Press or on the base. The intercom mode is activated,

but the caller is still on hold.

3 To transfer the call 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. The caller is put on hold and the

intercom tone sounds on the handset.

2 Press any key on the handset. The intercom mode is activated, but the

caller is still on hold.

3 To transfer the call to the handset, press on the base. To cancel the

transfer, press on the handset.

[ 20 ] TELEPHONE FEATURES

Chain Dialing

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channel

The memory locations on the handset and base are not limited to phone
numbers, you may want to store in memory a group of numbers (up to 20
digits) that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to
as Chain Dialing.

TELEPHONE FEATURES

Mute (Handset/Base)

You can temporarily turn off the microphone so that the person you are
talking with cannot hear you. During a telephone call press (handset).
Press (base) to turn off the microphone. Press mute again to
cancel the mute feature.

Selecting a Different Channel

If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually
change the phone’s channel for clear operation. Interference can come
from appliances or other phones in your home (see “Troubleshooting” on
page 41).

During the course of a conversation, if you hear static or noise which
makes it difficult to hear, press . The talk/low batt LED flashes,
indicating the phone is changing to another channel.

note

The talk/low batt LED
blinks when pressing
the mute key on the
handset.

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Tone Dialing Switch-over

Some telephone companies use equipment that require pulse dialing
(sometimes referred to as rotary dialing). If you need to enter tone
dialing digits, you can switch-over to tone dialing during the call. An
example of this could be entering your bank account number after you
have called your bank. The digits of your bank account can be entered
using DTMF tones.

Initially make your call with the pulse dialing mode. Once your call
connects, press . Enter the desired number (like in the example
above, the bank account number). These digits will be sent as tone
dialing. This special number can be stored in a memory location. This is
referred to as Chain Dialing (See page 21). Once the call ends, the tone
mode is canceled and pulse dialing resumes.

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The Integrated Answering Device

The EXA3955 has a built-in answering system that answers and records
incoming calls. You can also use your answering system to record a
conversation, leave a voice memo message, or to announce a special
outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone.

Features

• Digital Tapeless Recording

• 15 Minutes of Recording Time

• Call Screening

• Selectable Outgoing Messages

• Voice Prompts for Menu Setup
Guidance

Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review, save, or delete the
messages you choose. You will 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.

• Time and Day Announcement

• Remote Message Retrieval

• Toll Saver

• Conversation Recording

• Voice Memo

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"Greeting Message"

"Time"

"Security Code"

"Ringer Volume"

"Ring Time"

"Record Time"

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(tone sounds).

For your convenience,
voice prompts will guide
you through the menu
setup mode.

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Turning the Answering System On/Off

1 To turn the answering system on, press .

The current greeting message will be played and you
will hear a tone. The message counter displays the
number of messages stored in memory. If the display
flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you.

2 To turn the answering system off, press .

After the announcement “Answer off” the message
counter display will no longer be illuminated.

Setting up your Answering System

Using the Menu Mode

The Menu mode allows you to set the following Answering System functions.

• To scroll through the menu options, repeatedly press
. The system returns to standby after the

last menu option. A confirmation tone sounds to
indicate standby mode.

• If any of the following occurs during menu setup, the

handset returns to standby. Start over with menu
function prior to the interruption.

-Press

-Press

-20 seconds lapse of time

• The idle time default setting is 20 seconds. If the

handset remains idle for 20 seconds, an error tone
sounds and the system returns to standby.

• You can use volume ▲/▼ to adjust the announcement

volume level during a voice prompt/guidance.

Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting)

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When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a
preset message or your own greeting.

▼ Preset message

The following message is prerecorded:
“Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after
the tone.”

▼ Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)

1 Press .

You hear the announcement “Greeting message”, and the message
counter displays [ ]. The current greeting message will be played on
the base speaker.

2 Press to start recording your message. Start your recording

after the announcement “Record your greeting after the tone”.

3 When you are finished recording your greeting, press , or

. You will hear a confirmation tone and your recorded greeting

plays back for you.

▼ Choosing between the two outgoing messages

Press . Then press or when the outgoing message is
played. This switches between the pre-recorded greeting or the personal
greeting. Press to select the greeting of your choice.
A confirmation tone is heard.

note

• You can record a
greeting up to 30
seconds long.

• Position yourself as near
to the base as possible
and speak clearly when
recording your
outgoing message.

• To exit menu mode,
press .

• To delete the
personal Greeting,
press and the
system announces
“Your greeting has
been deleted”.

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• Normally the idle time
for the menu mode is
20 seconds before the
system returns to
standby. However for
setting the time, the
idle time is extended to
two minutes.

• Press and hold or

to quickly scroll
through numbers on the
display.

Setting the Time

The clock on the EXA3955 answering system starts when power is applied
to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time.

1 Press twice.

The system announces the current time. The message
counter displays [ ].

2 Press to select the day of the week.

You hear the current day and the number ([ ]
through [ ]) is displayed on the base.

3 Press or until the correct day is announced

and the corresponding number is displayed.

4 Press to select the day.

5 Press or until you hear the correct hour

setting. The numbers [ ] through [ ] are displayed
on the base as each hour is announced.

6 Press to select the hour.

7 Press or until you hear the correct minute

setting. The numbers [ ] through [ ] are
displayed on the base as each minute is announced.

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8 Press to select the minute.

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9 Press or until you hear the correct AM or PM setting. The

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message counter displays [ ] or [ ].

10 Press to select the AM/PM setting.

A confirmation tone sounds, then the day and time are announced for
your review.

Setting a Personal Security 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:

1 Press three times.

The current PIN code is announced as it is displayed
on the base.

2 Press to change the PIN code. The system

announces current PIN code.

3 Press or until the desired number appears.

4 Press to select the PIN code.

A confirmation tone sounds, system announces the
new PIN code.

To exit the menu mode, press if desired.

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note

The PIN code is set to
“80” when you purchase
the EXA3955.

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ANSWERING DEVICE

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• When you have set the
base ringer to off and
the handset is on the
base, you will still hear
the ringer from the
handset.

• If you have set the
handset ringer also to
off, no ring will sound.

Setting the base ringer volume

You have three ringer options. One allows you to turn
the base ringer off. The other two are volume levels.

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1 Press four times.

You hear the current ringer option ([ ] High, [ ]
Low, [ ] off), and it is displayed on the base.

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2 Press to change the ringer volume.

3 Press or until the desired ringer option appears.

4 Press to select the ringer option. The

system announces new ringer volume.

To exit the menu mode, press if desired.

Adjusting the speaker volume level

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Adjust the volume of the base speaker by pressing the
volume keys on the base. Press ▲ for louder or ▼
for softer.

The numbers 0-9 are displayed on the base indicating
the volume levels. 0 being the softest and 9 being
the loudest.

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Setting the Ring Time

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The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller
hears before your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can
set the ring time to answer after two, four, or six rings. Setting
(Toll Saver), 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
make a long distance call to check your messages, you can hang up after
the second ring to avoid billing charges.

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1 Press five times.

The current ring time setting is announced ([ ] 2,
[ ] 4, [ ] 6, [ ] Toll saver), and it is displayed
on the base.

2 Press to change the ring time.

3 Press or until the desired ring time appears.

4 Press to select the new ring time.

A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces
the new ring time.

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• When using the
Announce only feature,
you may want to change
your outgoing message,
if the message prompts
the caller to leave a
message. The prerecorded
message changes
automatically.

• To exit the menu mode
press if desired.

You have three record time options. The options “1 minute”, or
“4 minutes” set the duration for recording the incoming messages.
“Announce only” answers the call with the preset greeting or your
personal greeting but prevents the caller from leaving a message.

1 Press six times.

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2 Press to change the recording time.
3 Press or until the desired time appears.

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4 Press to select the new recording time.

▼ Announce only feature

The Announce only feature plays a prerecorded outgoing message or your
own personal outgoing message, but it will not allow the caller to leave a
message. To set “Announce only”, follow the steps above.

To choose between the prerecorded message or your own personal
greeting, press , then or when the outgoing message is
played. Press to select the greeting of your choice.
A confirmation tone sounds. If you want to use your own greeting, you
may want to change your greeting to omit the prompt to leave a message.
Refer to “Recording a personal outgoing message” (Greeting) on page 25.

The following message is prerecorded:
“Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again.”

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Selecting the message record time

You hear the current recording time ([ ] 1 minute,
[ ] 4 minutes, [ ] Announce only), and it is
displayed on the base.

A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces
the new record time.

Using your Answering System

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The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If
the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The
EXA3955 is designed to play your new messages first. After you play all
your new messages, you can then play your old messages.

Playing your messages

1 Press .

The system announces the number of new and old
messages while the message counter displays only
the number of new messages. The time and day that
each message was received is announced after the
message is played. The message counter will then
display the number of current stored messages.

When all new messages have been played, you hear a
beep. The system returns to standby.

2 After you have reviewed your new messages, you can

play your old messages by again pressing . Once
you have listened to a new message, it then becomes
an old message. The old messages will be played in
the order in which they were received.

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• To stop playing your
messages, press
again at any time.

• When the answering
system is full, is
displayed on the
base, and the system
announces “No
remaining time”. You
should delete some
messages so that the
system can record
new messages.
(Refer to “Deleting a
message” on page 33.)

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1 Press to review your messages. The number of

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stored messages is announced.

2 After a message has played for a few seconds, press

messages, press repeatedly until you return to
the message you want to replay.

to replay the message. If you have several

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3 Press at any time to stop reviewing messages

and return to standby. The message counter shows
the number of messages stored in memory.

To quickly scroll backwards through the messages, press and hold .

Skipping a message

1 Press to review your messages. The number of

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To quickly scroll forward through the messages, press and hold .

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messages is announced.

2 Press at anytime to skip to the next message.

Each time is pressed, the system scans forward
one message. If you have several messages, press

to play.

3 Press at any time to stop reviewing your

messages and return to standby. The message counter
shows the number of messages stored in memory.

repeatedly to find the message you want

Deleting a message

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To maintain maximum record time, delete the
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1 Press to review your messages.

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2 Press anytime during the message to delete

the message.

3 You hear a beep and the message is deleted.

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To delete all messages, press and hold after
reviewing your messages in the standby mode. If
there are new messages, you can not delete
all messages.

When you try to delete all messages without first listening to your new
messages, you hear several short beeps followed by an announcement
“Please playback all messages”. This protects you from accidentally erasing
messages you have not yet reviewed.

Voice memo

The voice memo function allows the user to record
messages (up to 10 minutes).

1 Press and hold .

You hear a beep. The message counter displays [ ].

2 Start your recording after the announcement “Record

your message after the tone”.

3 When you have finished, press or to

stop recording. The system returns to standby.

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• When you press

, you are
permanently deleting
the message. Once
deleted, the message
cannot be replayed.

• The voice memo
function is completely
independent of the
greeting message.

• The voice memo
messages are recorded
as incoming messages.

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• A recorded conversation
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message and will be
added to the stored
messages.

• Recording conversation
will be terminated if
you press .

tip

For your convenience a
remote operation card is
provided for you to use
while away from home
(refer to page 47).

Recording a conversation

You can record up to a 10 minute conversation while
you are using your phone.

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1 During a conversation from the handset, press and

hold at the base. The unit begins recording
and the message counter displays [ ].

A beep, that can be heard by both parties, sounds

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during recording.

note

If you receive a call waiting tone while recording a
conversation, press to accept the waiting call.
The original caller is put on hold.

2 To stop recording, press or .

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 greeting message.

1 Call your telephone number.
2 During the greeting message, press and enter your PIN code. (See

“Setting a Personal Security Code”, page 27).

3 The answering system announces the number of messages stored in

memory. You hear “To play incoming messages, press pound two. For
help, press pound zero”. You will hear intermittent beeps.

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4 You may select a command from the following chart:

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Command Function

# then 1 Repeat a Message
# 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 Memo Record/Stop *
# then 8 Greeting Message Record/Stop *
# then 9 Answer System Off
# then 0 Help Guidance

* For Memo Record and Greeting Message Record function, the first time

you enter the corresponding command, it starts the Recording function.
If you want to stop the recording, enter the command again.

5 After the command was finished, you hear intermittent beeps indicating

that the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another
command at this time from the chart above.

note

• 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
messages, press
then 2 again within
15 seconds.

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6 When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering

system automatically returns to standby.

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Turn on the answering system remotely

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If you have forgotten to turn on your answering system, you can turn it
on remotely from any touch-tone telephone.

1 Call your telephone number.

2 Wait ten rings until the system answers. You hear a beep.

3 Press and then enter your PIN code. The answering system

announces the number of messages stored in memory. You hear “To play
incoming messages, press pound two. For help, press pound zero”.

4 Press then to turn the answering system on.

5 Hang up the phone and subsequent calls will be answered by the system.

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Changing the Digital Security Code

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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. In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is
using the same security code, you can change the code.

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1 Remove the handset from the base unit.

Press and hold on the base.

2 While the handset is emitting the paging sound,

replace the handset to the base unit and continue to
hold the for 3 seconds. Release the

. The paging tone stops. Leave the
handset on the base for more than 3 seconds.
A new random, security code is set.

note

If the handset battery
pack is completely
discharged or the battery
pack is removed, the
digital security code will
be lost. If this happens,
a new security code is set
automatically next time
the battery pack
is charged.

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Changing the Face Plate

For additional face plate
colors visit our web site:
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To remove the Face plate To attach the Face plate

Headset Installation

Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden
HS910. To use this feature, insert headset plug into the
headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations.
(Headsets may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts
Department or visiting the website. See Page 5.)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Installing the Beltclip

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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 both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs
from the holes.

Maintenance

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 dry cloth or a pencil eraser,
if necessary.

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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Note on Power Sources

Battery replacement 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 or the Uniden Parts
Department for a replacement battery. (See Page 43.)

Power Failure

During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make
or receive calls with the telephone.

RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the battery pack. Please
take your used nickel-cadmium battery packs to a store that
recycles nickel-cadmium batteries.

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.

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Troubleshooting

talk

channel

If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first.

Symptom

The status LED won’t light
when the 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.

Severe noise interference

• 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.

• Press during a call to help eliminate background noise.

• 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.

• 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 37).

• Make sure is pressed.

• The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery on the base unit for 15 - 20
hours.

• The handset may be too far away from the base unit.

• Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects.

• Reset the digital security code (See page 37).

• Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control toys,
wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights,
and electrical appliances.

• Move to another location or turn off the source of interference.

Suggestion

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Symptom

The answering system does
not work.

The answering system does
not answer calls.

Messages are incomplete.

After a power failure, the
outgoing message is deleted.

No sound on the base unit
speaker during call
monitoring or message
playback.

Cannot access remote call-in
features from another
touch-tone phone.

If you still have a problem.

Suggestion

• Make sure the base unit is plugged in.

• Make sure the answering system is turned on.

• Set the record time to either the one minute or four minute option.

• The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the saved messages.

• 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.

• Remind callers to speak loud enough and clearly when leaving a message.

• Long pauses in the callers message may cause the system to stop recording.

• Record your personal outgoing message again. The default message should remain.

• Adjust the speaker volume on the base unit.

• Make sure you’re using the correct PIN code.

• Make sure that the touch-tone phone you’re using can transmit the tone for at
least two seconds. If it cannot, you may have to use another phone to access
your messages.

• Call our customer hotline at 1-800-297-1023.

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General Information

The EXA3955 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68.
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)

AC Adapter Information

AC Adapter part number: AD-312
Input Voltage: 120V AC 60Hz
Output Voltage: 9V DC 350 mA

Battery Information

Battery part number: BT-905
Capacity: 600 mAH, 3.6V
Battery Use Time (per charge)

From fully charged:

Talk Mode duration 6 hours
Standby Mode duration 10 days

With normal usage, the battery should last about one year.

Replacement batteries may be purchased at your local Uniden dealer or by
contacting the Uniden Parts Department [phone]. Hours are from 7:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached
on the web at www.uniden.com

Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject
to change without prior notice.

note

If the handset is left off
of the base, the actual
Talk Mode duration will be
reduced respective to the
amount of time the
handset is off the base.

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Precautions!

Before you read anything else, please observe the following:

Warning!

Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be
waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to
the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.

Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Warning

• This equipment contains a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery.

• Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer.

• The rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery contained in this
equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire.

• Do not short-circuit the battery.

• Do not charge the rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery used in
this equipment in any charger other than the one designed to
charge this battery as specified in the owner’s manual. Using
another charger may damage the battery or cause the battery to
explode.

Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium
Batteries Must Be Recycled or
Disposed of Properly

• Uniden voluntarily participates in an RBRC® industry program to
collect and recycle nickel-cadmium batteries at the end of their
useful life, when taken out of service within the United States.
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing
used nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste
stream, which is illegal in some areas.

• Through the RBRC® program, Uniden makes it easy for you to
drop off the used battery at local retailers of replacement nickel­cadmium batteries. You may also contact your local recycling
center for information on where to return the used battery. Please
call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling
in your area. Uniden's involvement in this program is part of its
commitment to protecting our environment and conserving
natural resources.

• RBRC® is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

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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:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
dry cloth for cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners.

4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The telephone may fall, causing serious 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.

7. This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local
power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate
this product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking
on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can
result in the risk of fire or electrical shock.

10.Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet
slots, as they may touch dangerous 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.

11.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this
product. Take it to qualified service personnel 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.

12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
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.)

E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak.

Additional Battery Safety Precautions

Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the

1. Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in

battery, read and follow these instructions:

the owner’s manual.

2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may
explode. Check the nickel-cadmium battery disposal package
insert for disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.

4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and
keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with
this product only in accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in the owner’s manual provided for this
product.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and
battery charger.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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!

Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical
storm.

The FCC Wants You To Know

Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by
Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as
detailed by the owner’s manual, could void your authority to operate
this product. The equipment cannot be used on public coin phone
service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line
service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility
commission, public service commission or corporation commission for
information.)

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. 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.

Installation Considerations

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. (A continuous power outlet is an AC
outlet which does not have a switch to interrupt its power.)

• Keep the base 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
antenna.

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

• 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.

Hardwired 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

This 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, wrap the power cord
around the strain relief notch on the bottom of the base.

NOTE: Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip

Adapter Safety Features

If the AC adapter furnished with this phone has
a polarized line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other), this plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug.

Do not alter the shape of the blades of the
polarized plug!

NOTE: If you cannot plug the AC adapter

Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120 VAC wall outlet.

Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch.

hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a
fire or other electrical hazards.

into the outlet, contact someone about replacing the
outlet.

Use only the Uniden AC Adapter supplied with this
phone.

One Year Limited Warranty

Important:Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty

service.

WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)

ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the
original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in
materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions
set out below.

WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall
terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of
original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A)
damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified,
altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any
configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D)
serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden
service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty,
(E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of
any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or
programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual
for this product.

STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not
conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect,
warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective
unit and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any
other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or
its representatives in connection with the performance of this
warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new
or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS
THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND
IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY
NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY
OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE
REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.

LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This
warranty is void outside the United States of America.

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after
following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain that
the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its
original packaging). The Product should include all parts and
accessories originally packaged with the Product. Include evidence of
original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused
you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by
traceable means, to warrantor at:

[phone], 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday

Uniden America Corporation

Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155

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Index

0 - 9

3-way conferencing . . . . . .19

A

Announce only feature . . . .30

Answering system . . . . . . .23

Deleting a message . . . . .33

Playing your messages . . .31
Recording a conversation .34

Remote access . . . . . . . .34

Repeating a message . . . .32

Skipping a message . . . . .32

Turning on/off . . . . . . . .24

B

Base location . . . . . . . . . .6

Base ringer . . . . . . . .13, 28

Base speaker volume . . . . . 28

Battery pack

Preparing and charging . . .7
Replacement and handling 43

Beltclip . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

E, F, G, H

Earpiece volume . . . . . . . .13

Face plate . . . . . . . . . . . .38

General information . . . . . .43

Greeting . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Headset installation . . . . .38

I, J, K, L

Important Safety

Instructions . . . . . . . . . .44

Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

M, N, O

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .39

Making a call . . . . . . . . . .12

Memory dialing

Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Making calls . . . . . . . . .16

Storing . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Menu setup mode . . . . . . .24

Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Outgoing message . . . . . . .25

Remote access . . . . . . . . .34

Repeating a message . . . . .32

Ringer volume . . . . . . . . .28

S

Setting up

Base unit . . . . . . . . . . .9

Handset . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Skipping a message . . . . . .32

T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

Transferring a call . . . . . . .21

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . .41

Voice memo . . . . . . . . . . .33

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

C

Chain dialing . . . . . . . . . .21

Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . .8

D

Dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . .9

Digital security code . . . . .37

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P, Q

Package contents . . . . . . . .5

Playing a message . . . . . . .31

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . .44

R

Receiving a call . . . . . . . .12

Record time . . . . . . . . . . .30

Redialing a call . . . . . . . .12

Remote Operation Card

C U T

REMOTE OPERATION CARD

Remote access away
from home

1. Call your phone number from a
touch-tone phone.

2. During the outgoing message,

press # and enter your PIN code.
The answering system announces
the number of messages stored
in memory and the help
guidance. The phone waits for
you to enter a command.

3. To quit, hang up the phone.

EXA3955

Turn on the answering
system remotely

1. Call your phone and let it
ring 10 times until you
hear a beep.

2. Press # and then enter
your PIN code.

3. Press # then 5 to stop
the announcement.

4. Press # then 6 to turn
the answering system on.

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Remote Operation Card

C U T

Task Key

Repeat a Message # 1
Playing your Messages # 2
Skipping a Message # 3
Deleting a Message # 4
Stop Message Playback # 5
Answering System On # 6
Memo Record/Stop # 7
Greeting Message Record/Stop # 8
Answer System Off # 9
Help Guidance # 0

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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 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST.

www.uniden.com