Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden EXI2960 (white) or EXI2965 (charcoal)
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.
Features
• 900 MHz Extended Range Technology
• 3 Line Backlit Display
• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID
• 10 Number Memory Dialing
• Face Up/Face Down Charging
• 32 Digit Redial
• Flash and Pause
The EXI2960/EXI2965 features include AutoTalkTMand AutoStandbyTM. AutoTalk allows
you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you don't have to
waste time pushing buttons or flipping switches.
simply returning the handset to the base.
The
This innovative technology, together with 40 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 EXI2960/EXI2965 has
which automatically selects one of over 65,000 digital security codes for the handset
and base. Also, the
handset is in the base.
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.
AutoSecureTMfeature electronically locks your phone when the
• Tone/Pulse Dialing
• Page/Find
• 7 Hour Talk Time/14 Day Standby Time
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• 40 Channel Autoscan
AutoStandby allows you to hang up by
Random CodeTMdigital security
Contents
Welcome/Features
Controls and Functions
Getting Started
Read this First3
Checking the Package Contents4
Setting up the Phone5
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall10
Setting Caller ID Options12
Entering Your Area Code13
Basics
Making and Receiving Calls14
Terminology14
Adjusting the Handset Ringer and
Earpiece Volume15
Redial15
Tone Dialing Switch-over15
Traveling Out-of-Range16
Selecting a Different Channel16
Page16
Flash and Call Waiting16
Memory Dialing
Storing Phone Numbers and Names17
2
Steps for Entering Names and
Special Characters18
Making Calls with Memory Dialing19
Chain Dialing20
Editing a Stored Name and/or Phone Number 20
Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number21
Caller ID Features
Caller ID22
When the Telephone Rings22
Viewing the Caller ID Message List23
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List 23
Using the Caller ID List25
Additional Information
Changing the Digital Security Code27
Installing the Beltclip28
Headset Installation28
Note on Power Sources29
Maintenance29
Troubleshooting30
General Information31
Index33
Controls and Functions
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
1. Handset antenna
2. Optional headset jack
3. Beltclip holes
4. Handset battery compartment
5. Handset earpiece
6. LCD display
7. Talk key
/left cursor ()/tone key
8.
*
9. Caller ID key
10. Volume down
11. Select key
12. Handset microphone and
ringer speaker
13. Memory (m) key
14. Flash key
#/right cursor () key
15.
16. Delete key
17. Volume up
18. Redial/pause (p) key
19. Channel (chan) key
20. Handset charging contacts
21. Handset retainer clip
22. Base charging contacts
23. Base antenna
24. Status LED
25. Page/find key
26. DC power input
27. Telephone line jack
▼ key
▲ key
Read this First
This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:
Step 1 (page 4)
Unpack the telephone and accessories.
Step 2 (page 5)
Next, choose the best location to
set up the base unit.
GETTING STARTED
Step 3 (page 6 to 9)
Then, insert the battery pack into the
handset. Connect the base unit. You
must charge the battery pack for
hours before plugging into the
telephone line and using the phone.
15-20
Step 4 (page 12 to 13)
Finally, set the Caller ID options and
store your area code in the memory to
use the Caller ID service.
Note: Skip the area code setting if your
calling area requires 10-digit dialing.
About the digital security code
This cordless telephone uses a digital
security code to prevent unauthorized
access to your base unit. This
security code prevents other cordless
handset from making calls through
your base unit.
A random security code will be
assigned automatically between your
base unit and handset when you
charge the battery pack for the
first time.
If you want to reset the security
code, see page 27.
GETTING STARTED[ 3 ]
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.
• Base unit
• Telephone cord
GETTING STARTED[ 4 ]
• Handset
• AC adapter
Also included:
• This Owner's Manual
• Quick Reference Guide
• Precautions and Important Safety
• Beltclip
Instructions/Warranty Information
• Other Printed Material
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
• Rechargeable
battery
Setting up the Phone
Do the following steps:
A. Choose the best location
B. Install the battery pack
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:
C. Connect the base unit
D. Choose the dialing mode
GETTING STARTED
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
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet which 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 desk, tabletop, or mounted on a standard wall plate.
GETTING STARTED[ 5 ]
Use only the
Uniden battery
(BT-905) supplied
with your phone.
Replacement
batteries are also
available through
the Uniden Parts
Department.
(See page 4.)
B. Install the battery pack
Charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before plugging the
phone line into your phone.
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 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 the handset on the base. Remove the beltclip, if attached, for face
up charging.
Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged
• Seven hours continuous use
• Fourteen days when the handset is in the standby mode
GETTING STARTED[ 6 ]
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.
GETTING STARTED
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 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 handset and base unit with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about
once month. Do not use any liquids or solvents.
C. Connect the base unit
1)Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard
120V AC wall outlet.
contacts
• 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
a 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.
GETTING STARTED[ 7 ]
2)Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset on the base unit as
shown. Remove the beltclip, if attached, for face up charging. (See "Mounting
the Base Unit on a Wall", on page 11.)
3)Then raise the antenna to a vertical position.
• The handset
can be placed
up or face
down in the
base for
charging.
• You have to
remove the
beltclip, if
attached for
face up
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.
4)Make sure that the
status LED lights. If the LED does not light, check to see
that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the handset makes good contact
with the base charging contacts.
•Use only the supplied AD-310 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter.
•Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.
•Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily.
• After installing the battery pack in the handset, charge your handset at least
15-20 hours before plugging into the phone line. Once the handset battery
pack is fully charged, connect the telephone line cord to the base and
telephone wall outlet.
5)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[ 8 ]
D. Choose the dialing mode
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
1)Press and hold
flash until you hear a confirmation tone.
The current setting appears next to Dial Mode.
2)To set the dial mode for pulse dialing, press
Or to set the dial mode for tone dialing, press
tone sounds to indicate the setting is complete.
#
.
/tone. A confirmation
*
Dial Mode:Tone
Tone - Press *
Pulse - Press #
•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 15.)
Make sure your
battery pack is
fully charged
before choosing
the dial mode.
GETTING STARTED[ 9 ]
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