Uniden EXI 8965 User Manual

Cordless Telephone

EXI 8965

Owner's Manual

Thank you for your purchase of the Uniden EXI 8965 cordless telephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before using your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After reading the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to it when necessary.

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXI 8965 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

• Secure Digital Transmission

• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID

• 50 Number Caller ID Memory

• 30 Number Memory (20 on the handset and 10 on the base)

• 3 Redial Memories (32 digit)

• Flash and Pause

• Pulse / Tone Dialing

• 7 Day Standby Battery Life

• 7 Hour Talk Time

• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control

• Base Speakerphone with Keypad

• 3-Way Conference Operation

• Dual Keypad Operation

talk flash

del mem

call id

abc def

jklghi

mno

tuvpqrs

oper

tone

wxyz

213

546

879

redial/p select/ch

int'com

mute/ring

extended range

DIGITAL 900MHZ

vol

memory

speaker page/int'commute

speaker statuspower

m1 m2 m3 m4

pause

redial

flash

extended range

DIGITAL 900MHz

6 7

15 16 17

20 21

11 12

26 27 28 29

38 39 40 41

36 37

33 34

Controls and functions

VOLUME

43 44 45 46

1. Handset antenna

2. Headset cover

3. Handset battery compartment

4. Handset ring switch

5. Handset speaker

6. LCD display

7. Talk key

8. Volume/Cursor down/ character select key

9. Caller ID key

10. Tone/Backspace key

11. Redial/Pause key

12. Select/Channel key

13. Handset microphone

14. Volume/Cursor up/ Character select key

15. Flash key

16. Memory key

17. Delete key

18. Cursor forward key

19. Mute/Ring key

20. Intercom key

21. Handset contact

22. Base microphone

23. Handsetclip storage

24. Power lamp

25. Mute key

26. One touch dial 1 (m1) key

27. One touch dial 2 (m2) key

28. One touch dial 3 (m3) key

29. One touch dial 4 (m4) key

30. Base contact

31. Tone key

32. Base speaker

33. Speaker lamp

34. Status lamp

35. Base antenna

36. Page/Intercom key

37. Speaker key

38. Memory key

39. Pause key

40. Redial key

41. Flash key

42. Base speaker volume adjust

43. Ring volume switch

44. Pulse-Tone switch

45. DC power input

46. Phone jack

Table of contents

Introductin / Features ..................................................inside front cover

Control and Functions..................................................inside front cover

Getting Started

Read this first .................................................................................. 3

Step 1: Checking the package contents ........................................... 4

Step 2: Setting up the base unit ....................................................... 5

Step 3: Preparing the battery pack ................................................... 8

Step 4: Entering your area code ..................................................... 10

Basics

Making calls................................................................................... 11

Making a call with the handset ................................................. 11

Making a call with the base .......................................................13

Redialing a call with the handset .............................................. 14

Redialing a call with the base.................................................... 15

Receiving calls............................................................................... 16

Receiving a call with the handset ..............................................16

Receiving a call with the base....................................................18

Telephone Features

Memory storing............................................................................... 19

Memory dialing ............................................................................... 22

Memory editing............................................................................... 25

Memory erasing .............................................................................. 27

Mute.................................................................................................29

3-way conference features ..............................................................30

Intercom feature ..............................................................................31

Call transfer feature..........................................................................32

Speakerphone feature......................................................................33

Caller ID Features

Caller ID service .............................................................................. 34

Setting the Caller ID options ..................................................... 34

When the telephone rings......................................................... 35

Viewing the Caller ID message list .................................................

Deleting information from the Caller ID list .............................. 37

Using the Caller ID list ....................................................................

Calling a party from the Caller ID list......................................... 39

Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing ......................... 40

Using “Caller ID with call waiting” service.....................................

Additional Information

Changing the digital security code.................................................. 42

Mounting the base unit on a wall ................................................... 43

Installing the beltclip ........................................................................45

Headset installation..........................................................................45

Note on power sources ...................................................................46

Maintenance ................................................................................... 46

Troubleshooting Specifications Index

.................................................................................................. 49

................................................................................ 47

.................................................................................... 48

Getting Started

Basics

Telephone

Features

Caller ID Features

Additional

Information

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index

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 to 7)

Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit.

Base unit

Step 3 (page 8 to9)

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 10)

Finally, store your area code in the memory to use the Caller ID service, if you do not live in an area that requires 10-digit dialing.

Handset

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. If you want to reset the security code, see page 42.

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 more than 12-15 hours before using the phone.

• 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 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.

• If your second phone line has a separate jack, place your phone so you can access both jacks.

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 requires a separate jack.)

Route the cord.

(continued)

Connect the base unit

To install the base unit on the wall, see page 43.

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 the base unit on a desk or

tabletop and place the handset on 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.

(continued)

Polarity of the plug

Tips

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

Modular

Choose the dialing mode

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

Red

status

lamp

Black

  Total:00

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

with the correct polarity (black and red wires), 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. This position lets you see Caller ID messages on the display.

When the handset has been properly placed on the charging terminals of the base unit, the “ 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

” lamp of

Step 3

Low Battery

(continued)

Battery use time (per charge)

From fully charged

• Seven hours coutinuous use.

• Seven 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, “ 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.

• 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 replace-

• Rechargeable batteries have a memory effect that reduces standby and talk time. To

Low Battery” flashes and none of the

Low Battery” flashes and the handset

Notes

period. For optimum performance, be sure to return the handset to the base unit after a telephone call for battery charging.

up to 2 minutes, while you replace the battery pack.

ment of the battery pack within 30 seconds, and you can return to the original call.

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 soft cloth 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

select/ch

call id

1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code:817

call id

del

Entering your area code

Note If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing, skip this step.

You may wish to enter your local area code before you use this phone for the first time, or if you move to a new area. Then the phone can distinguish local or long distance calls to properly dial calls from the Caller ID record. (See page 39.)

1 When the phone is in the standby

mode, press and hold until the Caller ID setting screen appears.

2 Press to select

“

Area Code”.

3 Press .

4 Use the dial buttons ( to ) to

enter the 3-digit area code.

5 Press .

A beep sounds and the displayed area code is entered.

6 Press to complete the setting. Or return the handset to the base unit to

complete the setting mode and set the handset to the 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 and dial buttons to enter the new area code.

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

Making calls

select/ch

redial/p

ª

•

/tone/



8178583300

Talk 8178583300

Talk 0:00 8178583300

talk

5:15

talk

select/ch

ª

•

/tone/

redial/p

talk

Talk <High>

del

/tone/

Making a call with the handset

[On-hook dialing]

1 Pick up the handset and dial the

phone number. (Phone numbers can be up to 32 digits.)

Example: Enter 8178583300

2 Press . “Talk” flashes on the

display.

Then the volume setting is displayed.

Example:

High setting

3 The number is dialed. After about 5

seconds, the call-time display appears.

4 Press or place the handset on the base

Other Operations

To Do this

To improve reception Press . To adjust the ear speaker volume Press or . To temporarily switch to tone dial Press . The following numbers (When base is set to pulse mode.) dialed will be sent as tone dialing. To enter a pause within the numbers dialed Press .

Notes

• If you enter a wrong number at the step 1, you can edit the number by , and move the cursor by or .

• If there is no key entry for more than 20 seconds, the dialing operation is canceled and the telephone returns to the standby mode.

• The phone number can be changed before pressing .

to end the telephone call. The call-time displays for about 5 seconds.

Making calls

Talk

Talk 0:17 8178583300

talk

10:03

Talk <High>

[Off-hook dialing]

(continued)

1 Pick up the handset. 2 Press . “Talk” appears

flashing on the display.

The display shows the current selected volume.

3 Dial the phone number.

Example: Enter 817-858-3300

Press or place the handset in the base to end the telephone The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. The phone returns to standby.

call.

Making calls

speaker

Microphone

(continued)

Making a call with the base

Press .

2 Dial the number on the keypad.

3 When you finish the call, Press

to hang up.

Making calls

<Redial1> 8178583300

redial/p

<Redial2> 2145551234

<Redial3> 9725554321

talk

redial/p

(continued)

Redialing a call with the handset

The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly recalled.

[On-hook redialing]

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 dialed numbers.

Most recent

3 Press .

Note

If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redialing.

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