Uniden EXI 7926 User Manual

Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXI 7926 cordless telephone. This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance.
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for
explanation purposes.
• 900 MHz Extended Range
• 2-Line Operation with Intercom
• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID
• 80 Number Caller ID Memory
• 40 Number Memory
• 32 Digit Redial
• Flash and Pause
• Pulse / Tone Dialing
• 14 Day Standby Battery Life
• 7 Hour Talk Time
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
• Speakerphone
• 3-Way and 4-Way Conference Operation
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Controls and functions
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jklghi
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oper
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879
0
hold
tone
mem
INTEGRATED CALLER ID
line1 line2
conf
chan redial/psel/vol
int'com
updn
flash
deletecall id
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
flash
tone
900MHz
EXTENDED RANGE
TWO LINE SPEAKER PHONE
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VOLUME
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39 40 41 42 43 44
1. Handset antenna
2. Headset jack
3. Handset battery compartment
4. Handset speaker
5. LCD display
6. Line 1 key
7. Cursor down/ Character select/Conference key
8. Tone/Backward key
9. Caller ID/Hold key
10. Select/Volume key
11. Handset microphone
12. Memory key
13. Line 2 key
14. Cursor up/ Character select/Intercom key
15. Cursor forward key
16. Delete/Flash key
17. Redial/Pause key
18. Channel key
19. Handset contact
20. Base microphone
21. Handset clip storage
22. Line 1 status LED
23. Status LED
24. Memory key
25. Page/Intercom key
26. Redial/Pause key
27. Flash key
28. Base contact
29. Tone key
30. Base speaker
31. Line 1 key
32. Conference key
33. Line 2 key
34. Line 2 status LED
35. Hold key
36. Mute key
37. Base antenna
38. Base speaker volume adjust
39. Ring volume switch (2nd line)
40. Ring volume switch (1st line)
41. Pulse-Tone switch
42. DC power input
43. Phone jack (2nd line)
44. Phone jack (1-and 2-line)
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Table of contents
Getting Started
Read this first ...................................................................................... 6
Step 1: Checking the package contents ............................................... 7
Step 2: Setting up the base unit ........................................................... 8
Step 3: Preparing the battery pack ..................................................... 11
Step 4: Setting up Caller ID options.....................................................13
Entering your area code.......................................................... 14
Telephone Operation
Basics...................................................................................................15
Making and receiving calls .............................................................15
Answering a call from the base..................................................... 16
Answering a call from the handset ............................................... 16
Making a call from the base .......................................................... 17
Making a call from the handset......................................................17
Using the tone feature ...................................................................17
Flash and Call Waiting ....................................................................18
Last number redial..........................................................................18
Placing a call on hold ......................................................................19
Using the speakerphone mute feature...........................................19
Using the page feature...................................................................20
Traveling out-of-range .....................................................................20
Selecting a different channel..........................................................20
Adjusting the volume controls........................................................20
2-Line features................................................................................... 21
2-Line operation..............................................................................21
3-way conferencing ........................................................................22
4-way conferencing ........................................................................23
Using your EXI 7926 intercom........................................................24
Transferring calls .............................................................................25
Using the speakerphone.................................................................25
Memory features............................................................................... 26
Storing a phone number in memory ............................................. 26
Editing a phone number in memory.............................................. 28
Erasing a number from memory ................................................... 30
Using memory dialing.................................................................... 32
Caller ID Features
Using Caller ID............................................................................... 33
Using CIDCW (Call ID with Call Waiting)........................................37
Additional Information
Changing the digital security code ................................................ 38
Headset installation ........................................................................38
Mounting the base unit on a wall.................................................. 39
Installing the beltclip.......................................................................41
Note on power sources..................................................................42
Maintenance.................................................................................. 42
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 43
Specifications ................................................................................ 44
Index ............................................................................................. 45
Getting Started
Basics
2-Line
operations
Memory Features
Caller ID Features
Additional
Information
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Read this first
This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps;
Step 1 (page 7)
Unpack the telephone and accessories.
Step 2 (page 8 to 10)
Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit.
Base unit
Step 3 (page 11 to 12)
Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. You have to charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before using the phone.
Handset
Step 4 (page 13 to 14)
Finally, set Caller ID options and area code in the memory to use the Caller ID service.
Note: Skip the setting of area code if your
calling area requires 10 digits 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 handsets 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. To reset the security code, see page 38.
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Handset
Step 1
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 (see below).
• Base unit • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420)
Uniden Parts Department
• Rechargeable battery pack (BT-905)
• This Owner's Manual
• Precautions and Important Safety Instructions
• Registration Card
• Telephone line cord (2) • Wall mount adapter
• Beltclip
Uniden Parts Department
(800) 554-3988 Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.
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Step 2
Setting up the base unit
Do the following steps.
• Choose the best location
• Connect the base unit
• Choose the dialing mode
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
• You should charge your handset for 12-15 hours before using the phone.
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous a power outlet which is not switchable.
• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors and fluorescent lighting.
• Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna fully vertical.
• The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop or mounted on a standard wall plate.
Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic
Avoid microwave ovens
Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock
Avoid personal computers
Avoid other cordless telephones
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Step 2
To AC outlet
To telephone outlet
To TEL LINE
To DC IN 9V
AC adapter (supplied)
Telephone line cord (supplied)
1
2
(Used only when second line connects to a separate jack.)
Route the cord.
(continued)
Connect the base unit
If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 39.
1 Connect the telephone line cord to
the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet.
2 Connect the AC adapter to the
3
DC IN 9V jack and to a standard
120VAC wall outlet.
3 Set base unit on a desk or tabletop
and place the handset into the base unit.
Note
Place the power cord so it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard,
Then raise the antenna to a vertical position.
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Step 2
PULSE
TONE
Notes
• Use only the supplied AD-420 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.
Tips
• If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone company for assistance.
(continued)
Choose the dialing mode
Polarity of the plug
Modular
Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE switch as follows:
If your dialing system is Set the switch to
Tone TONE
Pulse PULSE
If you aren't sure of your dialing system
Make a trial call with the TONE/PULSE switch set to TONE. If the call connects, leave the switch as is; otherwise, set to PULSE.
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Step 3
Black
status
LED
Red
Preparing the battery pack
Charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before you start using your phone.
1 Press and slide the battery compart-
ment cover toward the bottom of the unit.
2 Connect the battery pack connector.
The plug will fit only one way. Then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment.
3 Securely close the battery compart-
ment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place.
4 Place the handset on the base unit
with the keys and display facing upward.
When the handset has been properly placed on the charging terminals of the base unit, the " base unit lights and charging begins. Charge the battery for at least 12-15 hours. You can place either side up for charg­ing the battery.
status
" LED of the
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Step 3
Low Battery
(continued)
Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged.
• Seven hours continuous use.
• Fourteen days when the handset is in the standby mode.
When the battery charge becomes low
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, " none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, " the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging.
• Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a long
• The built-in memory backup can hold numbers and names stored in the memory for
• If you must replace the battery pack during a telephone call, complete the
• Rechargeable batteries have a memory effect that reduces standby and talk time.
Low Battery" flashes in the display and
Low Battery" flashes and
Notes
period. For optimum performance, be sure to return the handset to the base unit after a telephone call for charging the battery.
up to 2 minutes, while you replace the battery pack.
replacement of the battery pack within 30 seconds, and you can return to the original call.
To avoid this memory effect, on a monthly basis, use the phone until the "
Low Battery"
indication appears. Then charge the battery for 12-15 hours.
Cleaning the battery contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery contacts on the handset and base unit about once a month. Use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
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Step 4
1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:
call id/hold
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
Caller ID Setup 1 Line 1 2 Line 2
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
sel/vol
sel/vol
sel/vol
call id/hold
Setting up Caller ID options
There are three Caller ID options available; they are AutoTalk, CIDCW, and Area Code.
AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing or . If the phone rings when AutoTalk is on, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is off, you must press or to answer the call. This option is useful for screening calls.
CIDCW (Caller ID with Call Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. You must subscribe to CIDCW from your phone company to use
this feature.
If you enter your 3-digit area code number in the Area Code option, your local area code does not appear in Caller ID messages. When reviewing Caller ID messages, you will see only the local seven digit number. For calls received from outside your local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number.
To change your Caller ID options:
1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold until the
Caller ID setting screen appears.
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
2 Press or to select "Line 1" or "Line 2".
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
3 Press . The following screen appears.
chan redial/psel/vol
4 Press or keys to move the cursor to the selection that
you would like to change. Press the key to toggle between “ “Off”. Press . Use the number keypad to enter or change the area code. Press again.
5 After you have made your selections, press or return the handset to
the base.
Note If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing do not program this option.
On” and
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Step 4
1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:
1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:
1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:
call id/hold
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
0
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1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:817
Caller ID Setup 1 Line 1 2 Line 2
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
sel/vol
call id/hold
call id/hold
(continued)
Entering your area code
Note If your calling area require 10-digit dialing, please skip this step.
You may wish to enter your local area code before you use this phone for the first time, or move to new area code, you should enter your area code. This is necessary that your phone can distinguish local or long distance calls to properly dial from the Caller ID message list. (See page 33.)
1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold until the
Caller ID setting screen appears.
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
2 Press or to select "Line 1" or "Line 2".
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
3 Press .
chan redial/psel/vol
4 Press or to select
"Area Code".
5 Press .
6 Use the dial buttons ( to ) to enter the 3-digit area code. 7 Press .
A beep sounds and the displayed area code is entered.
8 Press to complete the setting. Or return the handset to the base unit.
The phone returns to standby mode.
Note
When the area code has already been stored in memory, the stored area code will be displayed. To change it, use the dial buttons to enter the new area code.
To complete the setting, press or return the handset to the base unit.
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Basics
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
redial/p
line 1
line 2
redial/p
line 1
line 2
redial/p
Making and receiving calls
Basic 2-line operation
Handset On Base Handset Off Base Base Only
To answer
a call
Auto Talk off
1. Pick up the handset.
2. Press or
.
Press or
.
Press or
.
Auto Talk on
Pick up the handset.
To make
a call
1. Pick up the handset.
2. Press or
.
3. Listen for the dial
1. Press or .
2. Listen for the dial
tone.
3. Dial the number.
1. Press or .
2. Listen for the dial
tone.
3. Dial the number.
tone.
4. Dial the number.
To hang up
To redial
Press or , or return the handset to the base (Auto standby).
1. Pick up the handset.
2. Press or
.
3. Listen for the dial
1. Press or .
2. Listen for the dial
tone.
3. Press .
Press or
.
1. Press or .
2. Listen for the dial
tone.
3. Press .
tone.
4. Press .
• Fold out the front cover of this owner’s manual to use the Controls and functions diagram for reference.
For clarity, the instructions in this owner’s manual designates line 1 unless the procedure requires using line 2. The same instructions apply to line 2.
a 2-line subscription from your phone company to use the 2-line features.
You must have
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Basics
 (Call) Line 1
line 1
line 1
line 1
line 1
(continued)
Answering a call from the base 1 The base rings. The corresponding
on the base flashes.
line 1
LED
2 Press the button and speak.
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
status
line 1 line 2
conference
3 When you finish the call, press to
hang up.
mute hold
status
Answering a call from the handset 1 The handset rings and the following screen
appears:
2 Press to answer your call.
line1 line2
mem
3 When you finish the call, press on
the handset, or return the handset to the base.
Note If you set the handset in Auto Talk on, and the handset is on the base, just
pick up the handset and speak.
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Basics
line 1
line 1
line 1
line 1
line 1
line 1
line 2
/0/tone
(continued)
Making a call from the base 1 Press .
line 1 line 2
conference
2 Dial the number on the keypad, or, use one of
the memory features. (See Using memory dialing, page 32.)
mute hold
status
3 When you finish the call, press to hang up.
Making a call from the handset
Off-hook dialing
1 Pick up the handset.
line1 line2
mem
2 Press . 3 Dial the number on the keypad. Or use
one of the memory features. (See Using memory dialing, page 32.)
4 When you finish the call, press or, return the handset to the base.
On-hook dialing
To call a number while the handset is in standby mode, dial the number on the keypad, or use one of the memory features. Press . (See Using memory dialing, page 32.)
Hint AutoStandby automatically hangs up when you place the handset on the
base. These is no need to press or to hang up.
Note If a line is in use, or a phone off the hook, the LCD screen reads
In Use Line 1”.
Using the tone feature
If you are dialing in the pulse mode and need to enter tone digits, press then enter the digits. Once the call has ended, tone mode is canceled and pulse dialing resumes.
Note The tone feature applies only when the base is set to pulse.
tone
0
call id
oper
updn delete
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Basics
flash
delete/flash
flash
delete/flash
line 1
line 2
redial/p
line 1
line 2
redial/p
line 1
line 2
redial/p
redial/p
line 1
line 2
(continued)
Flash and Call Waiting
The flash function on the base and handset are independent of each other. If you have Call Waiting service and a call waiting tone sounds, press (or on the handset) to accept the call. After a short pause you will hear the new caller. To return to the original caller, press (or on the
hold conf
handset) again.
Note The flash feature does not function when and are on a
conference call. (See 3-way conferencing and 4-way conferencing, pages 22 and 23.)
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
updn
int'com
chan redial/psel/vol
flash
deletecall id
flash
Last number redial
The redial key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up to 32 digits long.
1 Handset
Press or , then press
. Or press , then
press or .
hold conf
int'com flash
chan redial/psel/vol
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2 Base
Press or , then press
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
flash
.
• If any key is pressed before , the last number will not redial.
Tip The EXI 7926 has two independent last number redial memories; one in the
handset, the other in the base.
Basics
hold
call id/hold
 (Hold) Line 1
line 1
mute
mute
(continued)
Placing a call on hold
Use either the keypad on the handset or the keypad on the base.
1 To place
to red.
2 To place
press .
The following screen appears:
line 1
. The
line 1
on hold at the base, press
line 1
on hold at the handset,
LED turns from green
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
updn
hold conf int'com
deletecall id
flash
3 To pick up the call that is holding, press
on the base or handset.
Note Do not use the base and the handset keypads at the same time to place a
call on hold.
Using the speakerphone mute feature
Your EXI 7926 allows you to mute your conversation from the base. This prevents the party you are speaking to from hearing what you, or someone else in the room, is saying.
For example, to use this privacy feature while using line 1.
line 1 line 2
1 Press . The
• You can hear the party on line 1, but they cannot hear you.
line 1
LED flashes red.
conference
mute hold
2 When you are ready to continue your
conversation with the party on line 1, press
again. The
Note • If a line is in use, or a phone off the hook, the LCD screen reads
In Use Line 1 (or Line 2)”.
line 1
LED changes to green.
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
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up/int'com
Basics
page/int'com
 Paging
up/int'com
page/int'com
 Scanning
chan
chan
sel/vol
Ringer High Ringer Low
sel/vol
Normal
Medium
High
Loud
sel/vol
sel/vol
sel/vol
sel/vol
sel/vol
sel/vol
(continued)
Using the page feature
To locate the handset when it is off the base, press on the base. The handset beeps for 60 seconds. The following screen appears:
memory page/int'com redial/p
status
flash
Press on the handset to connect
updn
deletecall id
to the base. Press on the handset or on the base again to return to
hold conf int'com
flash
standby.
Traveling out-of-range
As you begin to move too far from the base, you first hear a clicking sound. As you travel further, the noise increases. If you travel out-of-range, your call terminates.
Selecting a different channel
If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the channel
chan redial/psel/vol
for clearer operation. This function works only when the phone is use. The button on the handset allows you to choose between 40 different channels. During the course of a conversation, if you hear static or noise which marks it difficult to hear, press . The following screen apears and the phone changes to a different channel.
Adjusting the volume controls
Handset ringer volume
When the phone is in standby mode, press the
key on the handset to set the handset
ringer volume.
chan redial/psel/vol
Handset earpiece volume
During the conversation mode, press . Each time is pressed, the earpiece volume selection changes.
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 (Base) Line 1
line 1
line 2
Basics
(continued)
Base ringer volume
The ringer control for the base of your EXI 7926 allows you turn the ringer volume for each
line 1
or
OFF
line 2
or to select
.
LO/HI
Base speaker volume
To control the speaker volume of the base, adjust the
VOLUME
slide switch as desired.
2-Line features
2-Line operation
The handset and the base can be used on separate telephone lines at the same time. For example, if the handset is on a call with base on
The indicate line 1 is In Use at the handset.
line 2
.
line 1
LED on the base flashes green to
line 1
, you can make, or receive calls at the
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
When line 1 is In Use at the base the LCD screen displays the following:
Note When you attempt to make a call, the EXI 7926 informs you if a line is
currently In Use.
Extension In Use
The Extension In Use feature prevents accidental interruption of ongoing telephone conversations.
• If you attempt to make a call and another phone is In Use on line 1, the handset LCD indicates an extension is In Use. (The
line 1
, you will hear a beep. This warns you the line is In Use. To make your call, you
must use
Notes • If you want to join a conversation on an extension currently In Use, press
line 2
.
or twice.
• The flash feature does not function when the phone is in the conference mode.
line 1
LED at the base blinks.) If you press
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2-Line features
line 2
hold
conference
(continued)
3-way conferencing
This feature lets you add a third party to your conversation from either the handset or the base.
For example, to add a party to the current call on
line 1
at the base:
1 Press to place the caller on hold.
The
line 1
LED turns from green to red.
2 Press . 3 Dial the number of the person you want to
add to the conversation. When the person answers, you can speak privately before bringing the original caller back on the line.
4 Press the button to bring the
original call back on line. The LEDs are green.
• If the third person’s number is busy or doesn’t answer, press Return to the original call by pressing
line 1
and
line 2
line 1
.
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
line 2
to hang up.
5 To remove either caller from your conversation, ask one of the parties to hang up.
Press the corresponding line button to end the call.
• Follow steps 1-5 to conference using the handset. When you return the handset to the base, all calls are disconnected.
Note The flash feature does not function when the phone is in conference mode.
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2-Line features
hold
conference
up/int'com
page/int'com
 (Conference) Line 1 Line 2
dn ª/conf
(continued)
4-way conferencing
A fourth person, at either the handset or the base, may be added to conference call.
For example, to add a fourth party at the handset to an ongoing conference call at the base:
1 Press . The
line 1
and
line 2
LEDs
line 1 line 2
conference
turn red.
mute hold
2 Press on the base to contact
the handset.
3 Press on the handset.
memory page/int'com redial/p
status
flash
updn
deletecall id
Speak to answer the page.
4 Press at the base or
at the handset to bring the party at the handset in on the call. The
line 1
and
line 2
LEDs are green.
hold conf int'com
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
flash
The following screen appears:
5 To remove either caller from your conversation, ask one of the parties to hang up.
Press the corresponding line button to end the call.
Tips • When a call is on hold at the handset, and the base is paged, the base will
ring even when the
• The person at the handset can join the conversation by pressing the line number currently in use.
RING VOL
switch is set to
OFF
.
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2-Line features
up/int'com
page/int'com
page/int'com
page/int'com
up/int'com
up/int'com
up/int'com
page/int'com
page/int'com
up/int'com
(continued)
Using your EXI 7926 intercom
Paging from the base to handset
1 Press on the base.
The handset beeps. (If no answer, press
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
flash
on the base again to
disconnect.)
updn
2 Press on the handset.
Speak into the mouthpiece to answer the page.
hold conf int'com
deletecall id
flash
3 To turn off the intercom, press on the base or on
the handset.
Paging from the handset to base
1 Press on the handset.
(If no answer, press on the handset to disconnect.)
2 At the base, press .
Speak into the base microphone to answer the page.
hold conf int'com
memory page/int'com redial/p
mute hold
status
updn
deletecall id
flash
flash
3 To turn off the intercom, press
at the base or on the handset.
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hold
Intercom (Hold) Line 1
2-Line features
page/int'com
page/int'com
line 1
line 2
line 1
line 2
12"
(continued)
Transferring calls 1 To transfer a call from the base or the
handset, press then .
mute hold
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
flash
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2 Answer by pressing .
On the base the
line 1
LED turns red.
status
LED flashes and
hold conf int'com
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
status
flash
The following screen appears:
You may then announce the call with the intercom.
3 To speak to the caller, press or .
• If no one is available to take the call, return to the caller by pressing or to take a message or complete the call.
Using the speakerphone
You may use the phone as speakerphone to answer calls by pressing the
line 2
button on the base. To hang up, press
line 1
or
line 2
again.
The base microphone is located under the phone. Position yourself approximately 12 inches away from the base and speak clearly.
If the handset is on the base, you may use either the base keypad or memory dialing to place a call.
line 1
or
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Memory features
sel/vol
mem
Memory Store 01 John Smith 02
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
Store Name
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
/0/tone
#/ 1delete/flash
sel/vol
Store Number
mem
Storing a phone number in memory
Your EXI 7926 stores up to 30 name/numbers in the handset plus 10 numbers in the base. Memory locations are shared by both lines.
On the handset
1 Pick up the handset from the base. 2 Press and hold for two seconds. The following screen appears:
line1 line2
mem
3 Use the and keys,
or number keypad, to choose the memory location to store a name/number.
hold conf int'com
updn
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flash
4 Press . The following screen appears:
chan redial/psel/vol
5 Enter a name by using the and keys to scroll through
the character menu. Use the and keys right or left, or to create a blank space. (The key deletes characters as the cursor moves left.)
hold conf int'com
updn
deletecall id
flash
6 When you have finished entering a name, press
. The following screen appears. The cursor flashes, indicating that the display is ready for a number to be entered.
continued next page
Note Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20
seconds or the phone will return to standby. You may also press to exit a memory menu at any time.
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Memory features
Memory01 Stored
memory
delete/flash
redial/p
sel/vol
memory
continued from previous page
(continued)
7 Enter the phone number with the number keypad. If you want to change the
entered number, press and the cursor will move one space to the left and delete that number.
Note When entering name/numbers, you may press to enter a
pause in the dialing sequence. The display shows a “
P”. The pause
feature is useful for long distance calling, credit card dialing, or any other dialing sequence requiring a pause between digits.
8 When you have finished entering a name/number, press .
The handset beeps and displays a confirmation screen.
chan redial/psel/vol
On the base
1 Press . The
status
LED blinks.
2 Dial the number you wish to store. 3 Press . Enter the memory location
number (0-9) on the keypad. The goes out. A confirmation beep indicates the number is stored.
status
LED
mute hold
mute hold
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
memory page/int'com redial/p
memory page/int'com redial/p
status
mute hold
status
flash
flash
flash
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sel/vol
mem
Memory Store 01 JOHN SMITH 02 UNIDEN
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
Edit Memory01 Delete Memory01 Go Back
/0/tone
#/
1
Store Name JOHN SMITH
Memory features
sel/vol
sel/vol
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
delete/flash
(continued)
Editing a phone number in memory
To edit a number you have stored in the handset:
1 Pick up the handset from the base. 2 Press and hold for two seconds.
The display shows the “Memory Store” screen and any saved name/numbers.
line1 line2
mem
3 Use the and keys,
updn
deletecall id
or number keypad, to select the memory location you would like to edit.
hold conf int'com
flash
4 Press . The display shows the memory location you have selected.
chan redial/psel/vol
5 Press again to enter the “Edit Memory” mode. 6 Press . The following screen appears,
and a cursor flashes indicating that the display
is ready to edit the name.
hold
hold
tone
oper
0
conf int'com
tone
oper
0
conf int'com
updn
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flash
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flash
7 Enter the name with the and
keys. Use the and keys to enter symbols. Use the and keys to move the cursor left and right.
Press to remove any unwanted character.
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Memory features
Store Number 8175551
sel/vol
delete/flash
delete/flash
Memory01 Stored
sel/vol
mem
mem
continued from previous page
(continued)
8 Press . The following screen appears. A cursor flashes indicating that the
display is ready for the number to be edited.
chan redial/psel/vol
9 Enter the phone number with the number keypad (direct entry).
hold
tone
oper
0
conf int'com
updn
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flash
Press to remove any unwanted character. Press and hold to clear the entire number.
10 Press .
The handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen.
11 The display then returns to the
Memory Store” screen. You may select
another number to edit (return to step 3) or press to return to standby.
Notes • Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20
seconds or the phone will return to standby. You may also press to exit a memory menu at any time.
• If you select “ handset shows the “
Go Back” at any time, no changes are made and the
Memory Store” screen.
line1 line2
mem
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mem
Memory Store 01 JOHN SMITH 02 UNIDEN
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
Edit Memory01 Delete Memory01 Go Back
/0/tone
#/
1
Delete Memory01? Yes No
Memory features
sel/vol
dn ª/conf
Edit Memory01 Delete Memory01 Go Back
sel/vol
up/int'com
(continued)
Erasing a number from memory
After erasing a number, you may add a new address to memory.
From the handset
1 Pick up the handset from the base. 2 Press and hold for two seconds.
The handset shows the “ displayed.
line1 line2
Memory Store” screen with saved name/numbers
mem
3 Use the and keys,
or number keypad, to select the memory location you would like to delete. The and keys toggle between the name display and the number display.
hold
tone
oper
0
conf int'com
updn
deletecall id
flash
4 Press . The following screen appears:
chan redial/psel/vol
5 Use the key to move the
1
cursor to “Delete Memory”.
6 Press . 7 Use the key to move the
1
cursor to “Yes”.
continued next page
Notes • If you select “Go Back” at any time, no changes are made and the
handset shows the “
• If you select “ “
Memory Store” screen.
Memory Store” screen.
No”, no changes are made. The handset shows the
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Memory features
 Memory01 Deleted
sel/vol
mem
memory
memory
continued from previous page
(continued)
8 Press . There is a confirmation tone, and the following screen appears:
chan redial/psel/vol
9 The display then returns to the
Memory Store” screen. You may
select another number to delete (return to step 3) or you may press to return to standby.
From the base
1 Press . The
status
LED blinks.
2 Press again. Enter the memory
location (0-9) of the number you wish to delete. The A confirmation beep indicates the number has been erased.
status
LED goes out.
line1 line2
mem
mute hold
mute hold
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
memory page/int'com redial/p
memory page/int'com redial/p
status
mute hold
status
flash
flash
flash
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mem
01 02 JOHN SMITH 03 UNIDEN
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
Memory features
01 02 JOHN SMITH 03 UNIDEN
line 1
line 1
memory
(continued)
Using memory dialing
Follow the steps below to dial a number using a programmed memory location:
From the handset
1 Press . The handset displays your programmed memory locations.
line1 line2
mem
2 Use the and keys to select the memory location you
would like to dial. The following screen appears:
updn
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hold conf int'com
flash
3 Press . The number dials.
At the base
1 Press . The
line 1
LED lights.
2 Press . Enter the memory location
number (0-9), to dial the number.
line1 line2
mem
line 1 line 2
conference
mute hold
mute hold
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
flash
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Caller ID features
12/21 12:30PM 03 Schlitz Maren 817-555-1212
call id/hold
New Total Line1 00 02 Line2 01 01
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
12/21 12:30PM 03 Schlitz Maren 817-555-1212
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
-End of List-
Using Caller ID
You must subscribe to Caller ID from your phone company to use this feature.
Screening your calls
Caller ID allows you to review caller information before answering your phone. At the second ring, the display shows the date, time, call count, name and phone number of the caller. If your Caller ID service is number only, the name does not appear on the second line.
If a name or number is not available, the display shows a message such as “
Incomplete Data”, “Private Number”, “Private Name”, etc.
Reviewing Caller ID name/numbers
To review your Caller ID name/numbers, follow the steps below:
1 Press . The following screen appears:
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
2 Use or to select "Line 1" or "Line 2" for caller ID.
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
3 Press to display the latest Caller ID message for that line.
chan redial/psel/vol
4 Press to see the next message.
Or press to see previous message.
5 Once you have reviewed your oldest name/
number, the following screen appears.
continued next page
Notes • If you have no Call ID name/ numbers, then the total is shown as “00”.
• Once a Caller ID message has been viewed, it is no longer considered a new message.
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call id/hold
Caller ID features
up/int'com
call id/hold
New Total Line1 00 02 Line2 01 01
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
12/21 12:30PM 03 Schlitz Maren 817-555-1212
line 1
1
line 1
continued from previous page
6 Press to return to standby.
(continued)
hold conf int'com
updn
deletecall id
flash
Note Once you have viewed all of your Caller ID name/numbers and reach
the “
End of List” display, the message list does not cycle back
to the beginning. You must press to view your previous name/numbers.
Calling a Caller ID name/number
1 Press . The Caller ID summary screen shows the number of new
callers and total number of calls.
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
2 Use or to select
Line 1” or “Line 2” caller ID.
hold conf int'com
3 Press to display the caller ID
message.
hold conf int'com
4 Press to scan forward.
Press to scan backwards through the list.
5 Select the name/number that you would like
to dial.
6 Press . The number automatically dials.
Note For long distance calling, insert “1” by pressing on the keypad
before pressing .
line1 line2
mem
updn
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flash
updn
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flash
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Caller ID features
call id/hold
New Total Line1 00 02 Line2 01 01
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
mem
Select Location 01 Schlitz Maren 02 UNIDEN
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
sel/vol
Replace Memory? Yes No
up/int'com
sel/vol
(continued)
Storing a Caller ID number in a memory location
1 Press . The Caller ID summary screen shows the number of new
callers and total number of calls.
updn
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hold conf int'com
2 Use or to select
Line 1” or “Line 2” caller ID.
flash
hold conf int'com
updn
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flash
3 Press to display the caller ID
message.
chan redial/psel/vol
4 Press or to find the name/number that you would like
to store.
5 Press to store the selected message. The following screen appears:
line1 line2
mem
6 The “Select Location” screen appears. Use the and
keys to select a blank memory location where you would like to store the number. (If you want to replace an existing number with the Caller ID number, skip to step 6.)
7 Press . A confirmation tone sounds. The number is programmed. 8 If you choose to replace an existing number
with the Caller ID number, press . The following screen appears:
9 Use the key to move the cursor to “Yes”. Press .
A confirmation tone sounds. The number is programmed.
Note If you select “No”, then the Caller ID screen returns.
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Caller ID features
call id/hold
New Total Line1 00 02 Line2 01 01
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
12/21 12:30PM 03 Schlitz Maren 817-555-1212
delete/flash
Delete Message? Yes No
sel/vol
delete/flash
call id/hold
(continued)
Deleting a Caller ID message
To delete a single Caller ID message, follow the steps below.
1 Press . The Caller ID summary screen shows the number of new
callers and total number of calls.
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
2 Use or to select
Line 1” or “Line 2” caller ID.
flash
hold conf int'com
updn
deletecall id
flash
3 Press to display the caller ID
message.
chan redial/psel/vol
4 Select the number that you would like to
delete. Press or to find the name/number that you would like to.
5 Press . The following screen appears:
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
If you select “No”, the Caller ID screen returns.
6 Press or . A confirmation tone sounds. The Caller ID screen
returns with the next name/number displayed.
7 Press to return to standby.
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Caller ID features
call id/hold
New Total Line1 00 02 Line2 01 01
up/int'com
dn ª/conf
sel/vol
delete/flash
Del All, Line 1? Yes No
delete/flash
up/int'com
New Total Line1 00 00 Line2 00 01
New Total Line1 00 00 Line2 00 00
dn ª/conf
12/21 12:30PM 03 Schlitz Maren 817-555-1212
delete/flash
(continued)
Deleting all Caller ID name/numbers
To delete all of your Caller ID messages, follow the steps below.
1 Press . The Caller ID summary screen shows the number of new
callers and total number of calls.
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
2 Use or to select
Line 1”.
3 Press to delete name/numbers on
appears:
updn
deletecall id
hold conf int'com
flash
hold conf int'com
line 1
. The following screen
4 Use the key to move the cursor to “Yes”. 5 Press or .
A confirmation tone sounds. The following screen appears:
6 Use to select
line 2
.
7 Repeat steps 3 through 6.
All your caller ID messages are deleted.
updn
deletecall id
flash
Using CIDCW (Caller ID with Call Waiting)
1 During a call, when you hear the Caller ID
tone, check the handset display for the name and number of incoming calls.
2 Press to accept the incoming
call. See Flash and Call Waiting, page 18.
hold conf int'com
updn
deletecall id
flash
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Additional information
page/int'com
Changing the digital security code
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. (See page 6.)
In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code.
1 Remove the handset from the base unit.
Press .
2 While the handset is beeping, place the
handset in the base unit. The paging tone stops. Leave the handset on the base at least 3 seconds. A random, new security code is set.
Note If the handset battery pack is completely discharged, or the battery pack
removed, the digital security code will be lost. If this happens, a new security code is set automatically the next time the battery pack is charged.
mute hold
status
memory page/int'com redial/p
flash
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.
If you are using an optional headset, you must still use the handset keypad for phone operations.
headset
jack
Use only Uniden HS910 headset specifically designed for Uniden phones.
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Additional information
AC adapter
Wall plate
AC outlet
Mounting the base unit on a wall
Standard wall plate mounting
This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate.
1 Snap the wall mount adapter into the
1
notches on the base.
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
2 Plug the telephone line cord to the
TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to
the
DC IN 9V jack.
3 Plug the telephone line cord into the
telephone outlet.
4 Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the
molded wiring channel. Then wrap the cord around the strain relief notch.
5 Plug the AC adapter into a standard
120VAC wall outlet.
6 Raise the antenna to a vertical
position.
7 Align the mounting slots on the base.
with the mounting posts on the wall. Push in and down until the phone is firmly seated.
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Additional information
TOP
3/16 in.
3-15/16 in.
Handset retainer
8 On the base unit, pull the handset
retainer out of the slot. Rotate it clock­wise 180 degrees.
9 Flip the retainer from front to back.
Slide it back into the slot so that the lip of the retainer is up and the oval is down. The retainer holds the handset in place.
Direct wall plate 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 10 - 15 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.
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1 Insert two mounting screws into the
wall, (with their appropriate anchoring device), 3-15/16 inches apart. Allow about 3/16 of an inch between the wall and screwheads for mounting the phone.
2 Refer to steps 1 through 9 on page 39
to mount the telephone.
Additional information
Installing the beltclip
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.
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Additional information
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 for a replacement battery.
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES
Ni-Cd
Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the bat­tery pack. Please take your used nickel­cadmium battery packs to a store that recycles nickel-cadmium batteries.
Power Failure
During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to perform or receive calls with the telephone.
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 cover.
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Maintenance
When slightly dirty
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
When very dirty
Use a pencil eraser that has been dampened with diluted, neutral detergent. Dry with a dry cloth.
When the charging terminals become dirty
Wipe with a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner.
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Caution
Do not use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol, or another chemical product. Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish.
Additional information
chan
Troubleshooting
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps before calling Uniden Customer Service at
(800) 297-1023.
Symptom
The status light won't come on 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.
The Caller ID message disappears.
Suggestion
• 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.
• Make sure that the base unit antenna is in a vertical position.
• Press on the handset to eliminate background noise.
• Move the handset and/or base unit to a different location away from metal objects or appliances and try again.
• 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.
• Place the handset back on the charging cradle for a few seconds. The indicating that the security code has been reset.
• The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery on the base unit for 12-15 hours.
• The handset may be too far away from the base unit.
• Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects.
• Place the handset back on the charging cradle for a few seconds.
• The
status
LED will blink indicating that the
security code has been reset.
• The handset was picked up before the second ring.
• The call was placed through a switch board.
• Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current.
status
LED will blink
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Additional information
Specifications
General
The EXI-7926 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Frequency control: PLL Frequency shift keying: FSK Operating temperature: 0
Base unit
RX frequency: 902.102465 MHz to 904.052470 MHz (40 channel) TX frequency: 925.997470 MHz to 927.947465 MHz (40 channel) Power requirements: 9V 350mA (from AC adapter) Size: 7-3/64 in. (W) x 2-17/64 in. (D) x 8-55/64 in. (H)
Weight: Approx. 8.643 oz. (225 g)
Handset
RX frequency: 925.997470 MHz to 927.947465 MHz (40 channel) TX frequency: 902.102465 MHz to 904.052470 MHz (40 channel) Power requirements: Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack Size (without antenna): 2-9/32 in. (W) x 1-31/32 in. (D) x 7-1/8 in. (H)
Weight: Approx. 8.65 oz. (242 g) (including battery) Battery: BT-905
°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)
(179 mm (W) x 57.6 mm (D) x 225 mm (H))
(58 mm (W) x 49.9 mm (D) x 181 mm (H))
Capacity 600 mAH, 3.6V Talk mode 7 hours TYP Standby mode 14 days TYP
Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.
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 AM to 7:00 PM CST
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Additional information
Index
0 - 9
2-Line features
2-Line operation .............................21
3-way conferencing........................22
4-way conferencing........................23
Transferring call ..............................25
Using the speakerphone................25
Using your EXI 7926 intercom.......24
A
Answering a call ..................................16
Area code ............................................14
B
Battery pack
Preparing and charging ..................11
Replacement and handling ............42
C
Caller ID features
Deleting all Caller ID
name/numbers...............................37
Deleting a Caller ID message ........36
Reviewing Caller ID
name/numbers...............................33
Storing a Caller ID number
in a memory location .....................35
Using CIDCW
(Caller ID with Call Waiting) ..........37
Using caller ID................................33
Connection ............................................9
D
Dialing mode........................................10
Digital security code .........................6,38
E, F, G
Earpiece volume ..................................20
Flash and Call Waiting .........................18
H
Headset installation .............................38
I, J, K
Installing the beltclip............................41
L
Last number redial...............................18
M, N
Maintenance........................................42
Making a call........................................17
Making and receiving calls ..................15
Memory features
Editing a phone number
in memory......................................28
Erasing a number from memory....30
Using memory dialing ....................32
Storing a phone number
in memory......................................26
Mounting the base unit to a wall ........39
O
Out-of-range ........................................20
P, Q
Package contents ..................................7
Paging..................................................20
R
Redialing ..............................................18
Ringer volume .....................................20
S
Setting up Caller ID options ................13
Setup
Base unit..........................................8
Handset..........................................11
Speaker volume...................................20
Specifications ......................................44
T
Troubleshooting ...................................43
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Using the speakerphone
mute feature........................................19
Using the tone feature ........................17
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