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.

Features

• 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

Controls and functions

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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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14 15

16 18 19

9 10 11

22 24

25 26 27

33 35

36 37

31 32

VOLUME

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)

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

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.

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.

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

Step 2

To AC outlet

To telephone outlet

To TEL LINE

To DC IN 9V

AC adapter (supplied)

Telephone line cord (supplied)

(Used only when second line connects to a separate jack.)

Route the cord.

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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

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.

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.

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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.

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

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.

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

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

Step 4

1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:

call id/hold

•

up/int'com

dn ª/conf

sel/vol

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

call id/hold

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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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