Uniden EXAI3985 User Manual

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Contents

Welcome / Features / Terminology
Controls and Functions 3

Getting Started

Checking the package contents 5
Setting up the phone 6

Caller ID Options

Setting caller ID options 12
Handset ringer volume setup 14
Handset ringer tone setting 14
Distinctive ringer setup 15
Selecting a language 16

Basics

Making and receiving calls 17
Redialing a call 19
Traveling out-of-range 20

Memory Dialing

Storing phone numbers, names and
distinctive ring 21
Making calls with memory dialing 23
Editing or erasing a stored name,
phone number or distinctive ring 25

Telephone Features

3-way conferencing 28
Intercom/page Feature 29
Call Transfer Feature 30
Chain Dialing 30

Mute (handset/base) 31
Selecting a different channel 31
Tone Dialing Switch-over 31

Caller ID Features

Caller ID 32
When the telephone rings 32
Viewing the Caller ID Message list 33
Deleting information from the Caller ID list 34
Using the Caller ID list 35
Using “Caller ID on call waiting” service 37
Call waiting deluxe features 38

The Integrated Answering Device

Features 39
Turning the Answering System On/Off 40
Setting up your Answering System 40
Using your Answering System 47

Additional Information

Changing the digital security code 53
Changing the face plate 54
Headset installation 54
Installing the beltclip 55
Maintenance 55
Note on power sources 56
Troubleshooting 57
General information 59
Precautions & Warranty 60
Index 62
Remote operation card 63

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden EXAI3985 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

Terminology

• 900 MHz Extended Range

• Integrated Telephone Answering Device
(ITAD)

• 2-way lntercom

• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID

• 70 Number Caller ID Memory

• 40 Number Memory Dialing (30 Handset &
10 Base)

• 32 Digit Redial

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

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
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

• Trilingual Language, option

• Flash and Pause

• Tone/Pulse Dialing

• 10 Day Standby Battery Life

• 6 Hour Talk Time

• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control

• Speakerphone

• Distinctive Ring, options

• Voice Prompted Guidance through ITAD Setup Menu

TM

electronically locks

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.

Talk appears on the display.

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.

Controls and Functions

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1. Handset Antenna

2. Headset Jack Cover

3. Handset Battery Compartment

4. Handset Earpiece

5. LCD Display

6. Volume Up Key

7. Redial Key

8. Volume Down Key

9. Talk Key

10. /Tone Key

11. Mute/Pause Key

12. Menu Key

13. Caller ID Key

14. Flash Key

15. Intercom/Select Key

16. Delete/Channel Key

17. Memory Key

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19. Handset Charging Contacts

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24. Status LED

25. Answer On/Off Key

26. Delete Key

27. Memo/Record Key

28. Key (Fast Forward)

29. Key (Play/Stop)

30. Key (Rewind)

31. Flash/Set Key

32. Memory Key

33. Base Antenna

34. /Tone Key

35. (Talk Key)

36. Base Speaker Volume Keys

37. Intercom/Page Key

38. Base Microphone

39. DC Power Input

40. Phone Jack

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Checking the Package Contents

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• Base unit • Handset • AC adapter • Rechargeable

GETTING STARTED

battery pack

• This Owner’s Manual

• Quick Reference Guide

• 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 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 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

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

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, “Low Battery” appears on
the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the phone
is in use, “
beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as
possible and return the handset to the base unit
for charging.

Low Battery” flashes and the handset

note

• Use only the Uniden
Battery supplied with
your phone.
Replacement batteries
are also available
through the Uniden
Parts Department
(See page 59) 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 31).

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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Caller ID Setup
Language

Auto Talk
CIDCW
Area Code

You must subscribe to
Caller ID on Call Waiting
in order to use
this feature.

Setting Caller ID Options

There are three Caller ID setup options available;

AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without
pressing the button. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is on, simply
remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers
the call. Or if the handset is not on the base, press any key to answer the
call. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is off, you must press to
answer the call.

Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) performs the same
as regular Caller ID on a Call Waiting number. Call
Waiting options allow you to handle Call Waiting calls in
six different ways. (See page 38.)

You must subscribe to a Call Waiting and Call Waiting
options from your phone company in order to use
this feature.

To change your Caller ID options:

CALLER ID OPTIONS[ 12 ]

1 Press . The following screen appears.

2 Press to move the pointer to “

Setup

”. Then press .

Caller ID

3 Use or to move the pointer to the selection

that you would like to change, then press .

4 Use and to move the pointer between “Auto Talk On” or

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CIDCW
Area Code

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“

Auto Talk Off”. For “CIDCW”, choose “CIDCW On” ,“CW Options”

or “

CIDCW Off” depending upon the type of service to which

you subscribe.

Press to make your selections and a confirmation tone
will sound. To complete the setting, make sure to return the handset to
the base.

Entering your area code

If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the “Area Code” option, your
local area code does not appear in the Caller ID messages. For calls received
from outside your local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number.

1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press .

2 Press to move the pointer to “

ID Setup

”.
Then press . The Caller ID setting
screens appears.

3 Use to move the pointer to the “

.

4 Use the number keypad (0 to 9) to enter a 3-digit

area code.

5 Press , and a confirmation tone will sound.

Caller

Area Code”, then press

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• If your calling area
requires 10-digit
dialing, do not program
this option.

• When the area code has
already been stored in
memory, the stored area
code will be displayed.
To change it, use the

and
number keypad to enter
the new area code.

• To complete the setting,
press and
return the handset to
the base unit.

CALLER ID OPTIONS

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Ringer High
Ringer Low
Ringer Off

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Ringer A
Ringer B
Ringer C

Handset Ringer Volume Setup

When you select
“

Ringer Off” ,

<Ringer Off> appears

on the handset display.

Handset ringer volume setting

1 When the phone is in the Standby Mode, press .

2 Press to move the pointer to “

Ringer Volume”.

Then press .

3 Press or to move the pointer through the

ring settings.

4 Press to complete the ringer volume setting and you will

hear the confirmation tone. Then the handset returns to the menu
screen.

Handset Ringer Tone Setting

1 When the phone is in the Standby Mode, press .

2 Press to move the pointer to “

Then press .

You can choose from 8 ringers or 10 melodies:

• Ringer [A - H]

• Melodies [Home Sweet Home, Sweetheart, Aura Lee,
Beethovens #9, When Irish Eyes, Merry Christmas,
Old MacDonald, Twinkle Twinkle, For Elise, Aloha Oe]

Ringer Tones”.

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3 Press or to move the pointer and you will hear the ringer or

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Distinctive Off

the melody as you scroll through the options.

4 Press and you will hear a confirmation tone.

Distinctive Ringer Setup

If you have set multiple memory locations with distinctive rings,
switching the setting to “
ringing. All incoming calls will have a normal ring tone. Switching to
“

Distinctive On” will activate all programmed distinctive ring

memory locations.

1 Press . Then press to move the pointer to

“

Distinct. Ring”.

2 Press to select “

3 Use or to select “

“

Distinctive Off”.

4 Press and a confirmation tone will sound.

Distinctive Off” will result in no distinctive

Distinct.Ring”.

Distinctive On” or

note

For more details regarding
the Distictive Ring setup
see page 22.

CALLER ID OPTIONS

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English
French
Spanish

Selecting a Language

1 When the phone is in the Standby Mode, press .

2 Press to move the pointer to “

Language".

Then press . The Language setting screen
appears.

3 Use or to move the pointer to the desired selection.

Then press to complete the setting, and a confirmation tone
will sound.

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Making and Receiving Calls

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To hang

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From the Handset

Handset On the Base

Pick up the Handset (Auto Talk
on) or press .

Handset Off the Base

Press .

1) Press .

2) Listen for the dial tone.

3) Dial the number.
OR

1) Dial the number.

2) Press .

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

From the Base

Press (talk).

1) Press (talk).

2) Listen for the dial tone.

3) Dial the number.

Press (talk).

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

• Press if

you enter a wrong
number. To delete all
the numbers that you
have entered, press and
hold
until the display clears.

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Call Waiting

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Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting service to use this feature.

When a call is received during a telephone call already in progress,
press to switch to the new call. If you also subscribe to Call Waiting
on Caller ID, you will see the name and number of the caller in
Call Waiting. (See page 37.)

Adjusting Earpiece Volume

Pressing or during a call will change the earpiece volume. This
setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended.

Volume

Maximum

Volume

High

Volume

Medium

Volume

Low

Base Volume

Pressing or during a call will change the volume of the base.

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Redialing a Call

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The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed.

Redialing from Standby Mode

1 Press . The phone number that was

last dialed appears on the display.

2 Press again. Each press of will

display one of the last three numbers dialed.

3 Press . “

Talk” appears on the display,

then the volume setting is displayed.

4 Then the selected number is dialed. After

about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears.

5 To hang up, press or return the handset

to the base. The call-time will be displayed
for about 5 seconds.

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• If the number exceeds

32 digits, only the first
32 digits are retained
for redial.

• Press and hold

to delete
the displayed
redial number.

Redial from Talk Mode

1 Press . “Talk” and the volume setting appear

on the display.

2 Press . The last number dialed will be

displayed and redialed.

3 To hang up, press or return the handset to

the base. The call-time will be displayed for
about 5 seconds.

• Only the last number
dialed can be accessed
after has
been pressed.

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