Uniden EXI916 User Manual

EXI 916

900 Mhz Cordless Phone with Caller ID

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Operating GuideOperating Guide

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Controls and Functions

1. LCD Display 8. Caller ID Key

2. Talk Key

3. Keypad (see breakdown) 10. Volume/Cancel Key

4. Flash/Function Key

5. Redial/Pause Key

6. Microphone 13. Charge Indicator

7. Memory Key

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redial/pause

mem

flash/function

9. Channel/Delete Key

11. Power LED

12. In Use LED

14. Page/Find Button

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chan/delete

volume/cancel

page/find

PRECAUTIONS

Before you read anything else, please observe the following:

WARNING!

Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be
waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit,

DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.

RECHARGEABLE NICKEL-CADMIUM
BATTERY WARNING

This equipment contains a Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery.

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Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.

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The Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery contained in this equipment may

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explode if disposed of in a fire.

Do not short-circuit the battery.

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Do not charge the Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery used in this

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equipment in any charger other than the one designed to charge this battery as
specified in this Guide . Using another charger may damage the battery or
cause the battery to explode.

RECHARGEABLE NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY

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Residents of Minnesota should contact 1-800-225-PRBA for information
concerning reclamation and disposal of Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium
Batteries.

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Residents outside of Minnesota should contact their local authorities for
information concerning reclamation and disposal of Rechargeable
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries.

Controls and Functions

1. Backspace Key

2. Caller Time Key

3. Down Key

4. Tone Key

5 Forward

6. Number of Calls

7. Up Key

8. Pound Key

CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions .................................................2

Battery Safety Precautions..................................................3

Introduction ................................................................4

Features ..................................................................4

Included with the

Important Electrical Considerations ...........................................6

Range ....................................................................6

Telephone Line Problems..................................................6

Radio Interference.........................................................7

More Than One Cordless Telephone........................................7

Installation..................................................................8

Selecting a Location .......................................................8

Telephone Line Outlets ....................................................8

Connecting the Telephone Cords...........................................8

Applying Power to the Base Unit ...........................................9

Adapter Safety Feature.....................................................9

Desk or Tabletop Installation...............................................9

Wall Installation..........................................................11

Direct Wall Mounting.....................................................14

Setting the Handset Retainer ..............................................17

Setting Up Your Phone .....................................................19

Positioning the Antenna ..................................................19

Installing the Handset Battery Pack ........................................19

Charging the Battery Pack ................................................20

Low Battery Indicator.....................................................21

Battery Memory Effect ....................................................22

Cleaning the Battery Contacts .............................................22

Setting the Pulse/Tone Switch.............................................22

Adjusting Ringer Controls.................................................22

Automatic Digital Code Security ...........................................24

Entering the Local Area Code .............................................25

Setting Caller ID on Call Waiting...........................................26

Setting the AutoTalk Feature ..............................................27

Using Your Phone..........................................................28

Making Calls .............................................................28

Receiving Calls...........................................................28

Redialing the Last Number Called..........................................30

Using the Flash Key with Call Waiting .....................................31

Using Caller ID.............................................................32

The Caller ID Display.....................................................32

Viewing Calls in Memory .................................................33

Calling the Displayed Number ............................................33

Deleting Caller ID Messages ..............................................33

Programming Your Phone ..................................................34

Storing a Caller ID number in Dial Memory ................................34

Storing Other Phone Numbers in Dial Memory .............................34

Calling a Number Stored in Memory .......................................36

Editing and Deleting Numbers in Dial Memory .............................36

Troubleshooting ...........................................................38

Specifications ..............................................................40

EXI 916/917

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1

Important Safety Instructions

When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and
injury to persons:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning, and use a dry

cloth, without liquid or aerosol cleaners.

4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash

bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The

telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided

for ventilation. To protect the product from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should never
be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.

7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source

indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this

product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in

the risk of fire or electrical shock.

10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots,

as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.

11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product.

Take it to qualified service personnel when service or repair work is
required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently used.

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12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

D.If the product does not operate normally when following the

operating instructions. (Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive repair work by
a qualified technician.)

E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Battery Safety Precautions

Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery,

read and follow these instructions:

1. Use only the appropriate type and size Battery Pack specified in this

Operating Guide.

2. Do not dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire. The cell may explode.

Check the Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal package insert for
disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the Battery Pack. Released electrolyte is

corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.

4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery

with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The
battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5. Charge the Battery Pack provided with or identified for use with this

product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations
specified in the instruction manual provided for this product.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the Battery Pack and

battery charger.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden

EXI 916/917

Cordless
Telephone. It is designed to exacting standards which provide reliability,
long life, and outstanding performance.

Features

Caller ID with Call Waiting ID

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Alphanumeric 2-line Backlit LCD

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30 Number Caller ID Memory

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20 Number Dial Memory

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Call Counter

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Time and Day Stamp

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Automatic Call Return

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900 MHz Performance

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ç Automatic Voice Scramble (

ç 40 Channel Autoscan System

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14 Day Long Life Battery

ç Page/Find System

AutoTalk™ allows you to answer a call by just removing the Handset from
the Base Unit so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping
switches. AutoStandby™ allows you hang up by simply returning the
Handset to the Base Unit.
The UltraClear Plus innovative technology, together with 40 different
channels, virtually eliminates background noise and provides you with the
best possible reception during all of your conversations.
To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone
being activated by other equipment, Random Code™ digital security
automatically selects one of over 65 thousand digital security codes for the
Handset and Base Units. Also, the AutoSecure™ feature electronically locks
your phone when the Handset is in the Base Unit.
To get the most from your phone, please read this Operating Guide
thoroughly. Also be sure to complete the Product Registration form and
mail it in.

EXI917

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Included with the

EXI 916/917

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact Uniden Parts
Department at [phone], 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central, Monday through
Friday.

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Handset and Base Unit

Long Telephone Cord

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Operating Guide

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Operating Guide

Battery AC Adapter

Wall Mount Stand and

Screws

Short Telephone Cord

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Other Printed Material

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Important Electrical Considerations

Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is
approaching. Lightning can pass through your household wiring and
damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.

Warning:

Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.

Caution: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly

approved by Uniden, or operation of this product in any way
other than as detailed by this Operating Guide, could void
your authority to operate this product.

Range

Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by
transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications set forth
by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance
with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in
which the telephone is used. Many factors limit range, and it would be
impossible to include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range
rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against
other range claims.

Telephone Line Problems

The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect
service in the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone
line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in facilities and
services which may affect the operation of your unit. However, your
telephone company must give adequate notice in writing prior to such
actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to continue
uninterrupted service.
If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first
disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your problem. If
you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it disconnected until the
trouble has been corrected.

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Radio Interference

Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your
cordless Handset, or clicking noises in the Base Unit. This interference is
caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner,
fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If
these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around your
home to see what appliances may be causing the problem. In addition, we
recommend that the Base Unit not be plugged into a circuit that also
powers a major appliance because of the potential for interference. Be
certain that the antenna on the unit is fully extended when needed.
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting
transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from
another cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot
eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to a different
channel.
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at
frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To
minimize or prevent such interference, the Base Unit of the cordless
telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If
interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away
from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

More Than One Cordless Telephone

If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they
must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select a
channel that provides the clearest communication.

Privacy

Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the
Handset and Base Unit of your cordless telephone are accomplished by
means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways. Because
of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your communications
can be received by radio receiving devices other than your own cordless
telephone unit. Consequently, any communications using your cordless
telephone may not be private.

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Installation

Selecting a Location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important
guidelines you should consider:

The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous

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power outlet. ( A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does
not have a switch to interrupt its power.)

Keep the Base Unit and Handset away from sources of electrical

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noise such as motors or fluorescent lighting.

Be sure there is sufficient space to rotate the Base Unit antenna fully

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vertical.

The Base Unit can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a

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standard AT&T or GTE wall plate.

You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before

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completing the installation or using the Handset.

Telephone Line Outlets

There are two types of phone outlets:

Modular Jack

Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords are
fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type of jack. If
you do not have modular phone jacks, contact your local telephone
company for information about their installation.

Hard-wired Jack

Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of
installations require a modular jack converter. This type of installation is not
difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone dealer or a
telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter for
your particular situation.

Connecting the Telephone Cords

Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:

CAUTION:

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Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected.

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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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Applying Power to the Base Unit

The

EXI 916/917

power, and the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when
the phone is placed on a desk or table, wrap the power cord around the
convenient notch on the bottom.

Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could

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become chafed and create a fire or other electrical hazards.

phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt

Desk or Tabletop Installation

1. Plug the AC Adapter cord into the DC
input jack on the Base Unit. Then,
position the cord as shown below.

2. Plug the AC Adapter cord into the DC
input jack on the Base Unit.

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3. Place the AC Adapter cord around the
strain relief.

4. Plug the other end of the long
telephone cord into the telephone jack
on the wall.

5. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard
120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Do not use an outlet controlled
by a wall switch.

Use only the Uniden AC Adapter
supplied with this phone.

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AC
ADAPTER

Wall Installation

Standard Wall Plate Mounting

These phones are designed to be mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE
wall plate. To attach the wall mount stand to the Base Unit:

1. Slide the wall mount stand into the
notches at the top of the Base Unit.

2. Rotate the wall mount stand down and
snap it into place.

3. Plug one end of the short telephone
cord into the
Unit.

TEL LINE

jack on the Base

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4. Place the telephone cord inside the
molded channel on the bottom of the
Base Unit.

5. Plug the AC Adapter into the Base Unit.

6. Wrap the AC Adapter cord around the
strain relief on the Base Unit and place
the AC Adapter cord inside the molded
channel.

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7. Then plug the other end of the
telephone cord into the modular jack
on the wall, place the Base Unit on the
posts of the wall plate and push down
until it’s firmly seated.

8. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard
120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Do not use an outlet controlled
by a wall switch.

AC
ADAPTER

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Direct Wall Mounting

If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone
directly on a wall. Before mounting your phone, consider the following:

Select a location away from electrical cables, pipes, or other items

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behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when
inserting screws into the wall.

Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of

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the Base Unit and Handset.

Use the supplied screws with anchoring devices suitable for the wall

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material where the Base Unit will be placed.

1. Insert two mounting screws 3-15/16
inches apart. Allow about 3/16 of an
inch between the wall and screw heads
for mounting the phone.

2. Attach the Wall Mount Adapter
(see page 11, steps 1 and 2).

3. Plug one end of the long telephone
cord into the

TEL LINE

jack on the Base

Unit.

3/16 IN.

3 15/16 IN.

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4. Place the cord inside the molded
channel on the bottom of the Base
Unit.

5. Plug the AC Adapter into the Base Unit.

6. Wrap the AC Adapter cord around the
strain relief on the Base Unit and place
the AC Adapter cord inside the molded
channel.

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7. Place the Base Unit on the screws and
push down until it’s firmly seated.

8. Plug the other end of the telephone
line cord into the wall jack.

9. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard
120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Do not use an outlet controlled
by a wall switch.

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AC
ADAPTER

Setting the Handset Retainer

The Handset retainer holds the Handset in place if your phone is mounted on
a wall. The steps below describe how to remove and replace the retainer so
that the tab faces up.

1. Push up on the Handset retainer on the
Base Unit, and slide the tab out.

2. Flip the retainer over so the tab faces
up.

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3. Put the retainer back into its slot on the
Base Unit.

4. Push down on the Handset retainer
until it snaps into place.

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Setting Up Your Phone

Positioning the Antenna

Before using your phone, be sure to
raise its antenna to the vertical position.

Installing the Handset Battery Pack

1. Press in on the Battery Cover Release
and slide the battery compartment
cover down.

2. Align the plastic connector of the
Nickel-Cadmium battery pack with its
socket and plug it in.

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The black lead will be on top when the plug
is properly aligned.

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3. Place the battery pack inside the
battery compartment, and slide the
Battery Cover back on.

The built-in Memory Backup feature
allows up to 3 minutes to disconnect
the old battery pack and install a new
one without losing any numbers
stored in memory.

Charging the Battery Pack

Initial Battery Charging

The rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack must be fully charged before

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using your phone for the first time. We recommend that the battery pack
charge for approximately 15-20 hours, without interruption, before plugging
the phone line into your new phone.

1. Either place the Handset on the Base
Unit face down

— OR —

Place the Handset on the Base Unit
face up

— OR —

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Hang the Handset on the cradle when
the phone is mounted on the wall.

2.

Make sure the
Unit lights. If the LED doesn’t light,
check to see that the AC adapter is
plugged in, and that the Handset is
making good contact with the Base
Unit charging contacts.

charge

LED on the Base

Low Battery Indicator

When the Battery Pack in the Handset
is very low and needs to be charged,
the Battery icon on the Handset flashes.

If the Battery icon begins to flash, the phone is programmed to eliminate its
functions to save power. The table below describes what to do to return
your phone to normal operation.

During a Call In Standby Mode

— None of the buttons will operate.

The Handset beeps and the Battery
icon flashes once every 3 seconds.

The Battery icon flashes once every 3
seconds.

TOTAL CALLS

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Complete your call as quickly as
possible.

Return the Handset to the Base Unit for
charging.

✻

Allow 15 to 20 hours without any interruption for the Handset to fully recharge.

You will not be able to make a call.

Return the Handset to the Base Unit for
charging.

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Battery Memory Effect

Rechargeable batteries can develop a “memory effect” (reduced charge
capacity) caused by repeated charge and discharge cycles. The battery life
will seem to be shorter every time you use the unit.

To Avoid Memory Effect

At least once a month, operate the unit until the “Battery Low” indicator
appears. Then, charge the unit as described. Avoid “topping off” the charge
after using the phone for a short time. Also, do not charge the Rechargeable
Battery for extended periods of time.

Cleaning the Battery Contacts

To maintain a good charge, it is
important to clean all charging 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.

Setting the Pulse/Tone Switch

Be sure the

TONE

PULSE/TONE

position.

switch is in the

✻

Most phone systems are Tone dialing. Check
with your local phone company if you are
not sure whether your system is Tone or
Pulse dialing.

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Adjusting Ringer Controls

Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions.

✻

To adjust the ringer volume of your Handset, press
hear the desired ringer tone and volume.

volume/cancel

until you

Ring Type A High

Ring Type B High

To adjust the receiver volume, press

VOLUME HIGH

volume/cancel

while you are on a call.

Ring Type A Low

Ring Type B Low

VOLUME

LOW

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Automatic Digital Code Security

To avoid unauthorized calls on your phone, a Digital Code feature was added

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to the
and Base Unit. The Code is set automatically when you first use the phone.

Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions.

✻

To change the Digital Code:

1. Place the Handset in the Base Unit.

phone. This Digital Code is shared only between the Handset

2.

Press the

The Handset begins beeping.

3. Remove the Handset from the Base
Unit while it’s still beeping.

When the beeping stops, wait 5
seconds, then return the Handset to
the Base Unit.

The charge LED on the Base Unit will
blink to indicate that the Digital
Security Code is set to one of the more
than 65,000 codes.

✻

If the Base Unit loses power while the Handset is off the Base, the Digital Code
may be erased. When this happens, the Handset will not function.

To reestablish communication between the Handset and Base Unit:

1. Restore power to the Base Unit.

2. Place the Handset back on the Base Unit.

3. The Charge LED on the Base Unit will blink to indicate that the Digital
Security Code is set.

page/find

button on the Base Unit.

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Entering the Local Area Code

Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions.

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If you do not press a key within 20 seconds, the Handset beeps and the phone

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returns to standby.

You must enter your local area code for the Caller ID redial features to work
properly.

To enter your local area code:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

function

twice.

AREACODE

1-

3. Enter your local area code. For
example,

4.

Press
and the display remains on for two
seconds.

5. Place the Handset on the Base. The Charge LED on the Base Unit will
blink to indicate that the area code is stored.

To delete your local area code:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

817

.

mem

. A confirmation tone sounds

function

twice.

AREACODE

1-817

STORING

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AREACODE

1-817

3.

Press

chan/del

three times.

AREACODE

1-

4.

mem

Press
and the display remains on for two
seconds.

. A confirmation tone sounds

DELETING

1-817

5. Place the Handset on the Base Unit. The Charge LED on the Base Unit
will blink to indicate that the setting is stored.

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Setting Caller ID on Call Waiting

You must subscribe to Caller ID on call waiting from your local phone service

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to use this feature.

You can set your

generate a call waiting tone while you are on a call.

With this feature set you will not be able to hear the person you are talking to

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for 2.4 seconds after you receive the call waiting tone.

To turn Caller ID on Call Waiting on:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

function

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three times.

phone to display information about calls that

CI D CW O FF
ON-1 OFF-0

3.

Press

1

.

CI D CW O N
ON-1 OFF-0

4.

Press

mem

. A confirmation tone sounds
and the display remains on for two
seconds.

5. Place the Handset on the Base Unit. The Charge LED on the Base Unit
will blink to indicate that the setting has been stored.

To turn Caller ID on Call Waiting off:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

function

three times

CI D CW O N

ON-1 OFF-0ON-1 OFF-0

CI D CW O N
ON-1 OFF-0

3.

Press

0

.

CI D CW O FF
ON-1 OFF-0

4.

mem

Press
and the display remains on for two
seconds.

. A confirmation tone sounds

CI D CW O FF

ON-1 OFF-0ON-1 OFF-0

5. Place the Handset on the Base Unit. The Charge LED on the Base Unit
will blink to indicate that the setting has been stored.

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Setting the AutoTalk Feature

To turn AutoTalk on:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

function

four times.

A

OTALK OFF

UT

ON-1 OFF-0

3.

4.

To turn AutoTalk off:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

3.

4.

1

Press

Press
and the display remains on for two
seconds.

Press

Press0.

Press
and the display remains on for two
seconds.

.

mem

. A confirmation tone sounds

function

mem

four times.

. A confirmation tone sounds

A

OTALK ON

UT

ON-1 OFF-0

A

OTALK ON

UT

ON-1 OFF-0ON-1 OFF-0

A

OTALK ON

UT

ON-1 OFF-0

A

OTALK OFF

UT

ON-1 OFF-0

A

OTALK OFF

UT

ON-1 OFF-0ON-1 OFF-0

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Using Your Phone

Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions.

✻

Making Calls

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2. Dial the number you wish to call. For
example,

1234567

.

CI D CW O N

1234567

3. If you entered a wrong number, press

chan/delete

number is erased.

To cancel making the call, press

✻

volume/cancel

4.

Press
channel number.

to backspace until the

.

talk

. The LCD displays the

CI D CW O N

123456

CH-10

CH-10

✻ If the Handset fails to connect with the Base Unit, the Handset beeps and

returns to standby mode.

5. During your conversation the LCD
displays the call timer.

When you have finished with the conversation, press

—OR—

Place the Handset back on the Base Unit.

Receiving Calls

✻

You must subscribe to Caller ID services from your local phone company for
the caller’s name and number to be displayed.

When the
blink. Depending on the caller information available, several displays can
occur.

EXI 916/917

receives a call, the

in use

LED on the Base Unit will

CI D CW O N

00:00:01

talk

to hang up.

When the phone rings, the LCD
displays a calling screen for two rings.
If Caller ID information about the
person calling you is not available, this
screen remains on until you answer the
call.

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LINE ERROR

CALLING

Once the Caller ID information is
received, the LCD displays:

—OR—

If the signal is invalid, the LCD
displays:

 OR 

If the number of the person calling is a
private number, the LCD displays:

 OR 

If the name of the person calling is a
private name, the LCD displays:

KATHLEEN ROL
817-858-3333

LINE ERROR

UKNOWN NUM.

PRIVATE NAME

PRIVATE NUM.

PRIVATE NAME

817-858-3333

 OR 

If the number of the person calling is
unknown, the LCD displays:

 OR 

If the name of the person calling is
unknown, the LCD displays:

UKNOWN NAME

UKNOWN NUM.

UKNOWN NAME

PRIVATE NUM.

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Answering a Call with AutoTalk Enabled

If you have enabled the AutoTalk feature, just remove the Handset from the
Base Unit to answer an incoming call. See “Setting the AutoTalk Feature” on
page 27 for details on setting AutoTalk.

Answering a Call without AutoTalk Enabled

1. When the phone rings, pick up the
Handset and press
number is displayed for 2 seconds.

During your conversation the LCD displays
the call timer.

When you have finished with the conversation, press

Place the Handset back on the Base Unit.

talk

. The channel

—OR—

CH-10

CH-10

CI D CW O N

00:00:01

talk

Redialing the Last Number Called

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

talk

.

CH-10

CH-10

✻

If the Handset fails to connect with the Base Unit, the Handset beeps and
returns to standby mode.

3.

Press

redial/pause

.

CI D CW O N

1234567

to hang up.

✻

If the last number dialed is longer than 12 digits, the display will scroll to the
left until the last number is shown in the display.

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4. During your conversation the LCD
displays the call timer.

When you have finished with the conversation, press

—OR—

Place the Handset back on the Base Unit.

CI D CW O N

00:00:01

talk

to hang up.

Using the Flash Key with Call Waiting

You must subscribe to call waiting service from your local phone company to

✻

use this feature.

1. While talking, you hear the call waiting
signal.

2.

3.

flash

Press

To switch back to your original call, press

to switch to that call.

KATHLEEN ROL
817-858-3333

CI D CW O N

00:00:01

flash

again.

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Using Caller ID

The Caller ID Display

The LCD displays information about the current call and previous calls
received on your
received and the number of new calls received.

The LCD display backlight is always active while the Handset is on the Base
Unit. When the Handset is removed from the Base Unit, the LCD display
backlight turns off immediately. To reactivate the LCD backlight, you need
to press the

LCD with Handset on Base Unit

The

✻

in use

EXI 916/917

caller id

key.

LED blinks, indicating you have new Caller ID messages.

cordless phone, including the total calls

TOTAL CALLS

10

NO NEW CALLS

LCD with Handset off Base Unit and

caller id

pressed.

TOTAL CALLS

10

NO NEW CALLS

✻

The

EXI 916/917

Information on new calls received after 30 calls will be stored, and the
oldest call in memory will be deleted.

can store information on up to 30 different calls.

NEW TOTAL

1002

WITH NEW CALLS

NEW TOTAL

1002

WITH NEW CALLS

Viewing Calls in Memory

✻

If you do not press a key within 2 seconds, the Handset beeps and the
phone returns to standby.

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

caller id

.

TOTAL CALLS

10

3. To view calls stored in memory, press
the ▼ or ▲ keys.

KATHLEEN ROL
817-858-333

✻

If the number is longer than 12 digits, the display will scroll to the left
until the last number is shown in the display.

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4. To see all calls stored in memory, press
the ▼ key repeatedly until the LCD
displays END.

To see the time and day a call was received:

1. While the name and number are
displayed press *.

2. To return to the name and number display press *.

To see how many times a caller has phoned:

1. While the name and number are
displayed, press

2.

To return to the name and number display press # .

#.

Calling the Displayed Number

To dial the number currently displayed, press the

1

To add a 1 for long distance dialing, press

and then press the

END

1002

05-10

10:05 AM 18

KATHLEEN ROL

6 CALLS

talk

key.

talk

key.

Deleting Caller ID Messages

1.

Press

caller id

2. Press ▼ or ▲ to scroll to the call you

want to delete.

3. Press and hold chan/delete for at least
three seconds. A double beep tone
sounds to confirm the message has
been deleted.

The next name and number are displayed.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to delete any other calls.

5.

Press

caller id

.

when finished.

KATHLEEN ROL
817-858-333

BOB GATES

817-555-3733

KATHLEEN ROL
817-858-333

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Programming Your Phone

Storing a Caller ID number in Dial Memory

You can store up to 20 numbers in Dial memory.

✻

You can transfer up to 20 Caller ID numbers to Dial memory to be used
later with memory dialing. See Calling a Number Stored in Memory on
page 36 for details on how to use the memory dial feature.

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

caller id

.

TOTAL CALLS

10

3. Press ▲ or ▼ until the call you want to

store is displayed.

4.

Press

mem

.

5. Enter the memory location, for
example,05. You hear a confirmation
beep and the LCD displays:

6.

caller id

Press
will clear automatically.

to clear the display, or wait two minutes and the display

KATHLEEN ROL
817-858-333

LOCATION?

STORING

Storing Other Phone Numbers in Dial Memory

✻

You can store up to 20 phone numbers in Dial memory.

You can manually enter any number into dial memory so that it can be
dialed later.

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

function.

DIAL MEMORY?
MEM-1 EDIT-0

3.

Press1.

PHONE NO.?

MEM-1 EDIT-0

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4. Enter the phone number you want to
store. For example,

5.

Press

mem

.

1234567

.

PHONE NO.?
1234567

NAME?

1234567

6. Enter a name up to 12 characters long using the ▼ and ▲ keys to select
characters and the
available characters are A-Z, a-z, 0-9,*#&‘( ),—./ andablank.

For example, to enter the name Bob Jones:
Press ▲ until B is displayed in the LCD.

You can hold down the key to scroll

✻

through the characters.

0 or 2to move one character to left or right. The

NAME?

B

Press 2 to move one character to the
right.

Press ▼ until o is displayed in the LCD.

Press 2 to move one character to the
right.

Press ▼ until b is displayed in the LCD.

Continue until the name Bob Jones is
displayed in the LCD.

7.

Press

mem

.

NAME?

B

NAME?

Bo

NAME?

Bo

NAME?

Bob

NAME?
Bob Jones

LOCATION?

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8. Enter a memory location for the
number. For example, press05to
assign location 05 to the number. You
hear a confirmation beep and the LCD
displays:

STORING

Calling a Number Stored in Memory

Use this feature to dial a number previously stored in memory. See Storing
a Caller ID number in Dial Memory on page 34 or Storing Other Phone
Numbers in Dial Memory on page 34 for details.

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

mem

.

LOCATION?

3. Enter the memory location. For
example, for memory location 05, press

05

.

05 Bob Jones
1234567

✻ If you want to dial a different number stored in dial memory, use the

▲ and ▼ keys to scroll through the numbers stored in memory. The

memory locations are like a list with 1 at the top and 20 at the bottom.

4.

Press

talk

to dial the number.

Editing and Deleting Numbers in Dial Memory

Use this feature to edit or delete numbers stored in dial memory.

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2.

Press

function

.

DIAL MEMORY?
MEM-1 EDIT-0

3.

4. Enter the memory location to edit or

0

Press

delete. For example, to edit or delete
location 05, press

.

05

.

LOCATION?

05 Bob Jones
1234567

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—OR—

Use the ▲ and ▼ keys to scroll to the
memory location.

To delete the entry in dial memory:

05 Bob Jones
1234567

Press and hold
seconds. A confirmation tone sounds
and the memory location is cleared.

To edit the number entry in dial memory, for example, to change 4567 to
5941:

Repeat steps1-4andpress

chan/delete

for two

mem

05

No memory

.

Bob Jones
1234567

Press

chan/delete

four times.

Bob Jones
123

Enter

5941

.

Bob Jones
1235941

To edit the name entry in dial memory, for example to change Bob Jones to
Tom Jones:

mem

Repeat steps1-4andpress

twice.

Bob Jones
1235941

Press ▲ until T is displayed in the LCD.

Tob Jones
1235941

Press 2 twice to move two characters
to the right.

Press ▼ until m is displayed in the LCD.

mem

Press

.

Tob Jones
1235941

Tom Jones
1235941

STORING

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Troubleshooting

If your

EXI 916/917

Cordless Telephone is not performing to your
expectations, please try these simple steps. If you are still unable to resolve
the problems, contact Uniden Customer Service at [phone], 8:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday.

Problem Suggestion

Charge light won’t come on when
Handset is placed in Base Unit.

Audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Make sure that the Base Unit antenna

Can’t make or receive calls. Check both ends of the Base Unit

Make sure AC Adapter is plugged into
the Base Unit and wall outlet.

Make sure Handset is properly seated
in Base Unit.

Make sure that the charging contacts
on the Handset and Base Unit are
clean.

is fully vertical.

Move the Handset and/or Base Unit to
different locations and try again.

Press the chan/delete key to select
another channel.

telephone line cord.

Make sure the AC Adapter is plugged
into the Base Unit and wall outlet.

Handset doesn’t ring or receive a
page.

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Disconnect the AC Adapter for a few
minutes, and then reconnect it.

Nickel-Cadmium battery pack may be
weak. Charge the battery on the Base
Unit for 15–20 hours.

Rotate the Base Unit antenna to fully
vertical.

The Handset may be too far away
from the Base Unit.

Place the Base Unit away from noise
sources.

The Digital Security Code may be
erased. Set the Digital Code.

Problem Suggestion

Hear only continuous static from
Handset and phone will not turn off.

The power has been interrupted
during a call.

Restore power to the Base Unit. Make
sure the phone is not plugged into an
outlet controlled by a wall switch.

If a power failure has occurred and
power will be out for some time,
remove the battery from the Handset.
This will prevent the battery from
completely discharging.

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Specifications

General – The

Frequency Control PLL
Modulation FM
Operating Temperature -10°C to 50°C

Base Unit

Transmit Frequency 925.999 to 927.952 MHz (40 Channels)
Power Requirements 9 V 210 mA (from AC Adapter)
Size 7 3/4" H X 5" W X 2" D
Weight Approximately 20 oz.

Handset

Transmit Frequency 902.078 to 904.030 MHz (40 Channels)
Power Requirements Rechargeable Ni-Cd Battery Pack
Size (w/o antenna) 6 3/4"HX21/4"WX11/2" D
Weight (w/battery) Approximately 10 oz.
Battery

EXI 916/917

complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68.

Capacity 600mAh 3.6V
Talk Mode 7 hours
Standby

Mode

14 days

Specifications, Features, and availability of Optional Accessories are all
subject to change without prior notice.

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One-Year Limited Warranty

Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.

WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail

owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship
with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.

WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be
of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is
invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary,
(B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any
configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or
repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or
malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment
or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or
programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the Operating Guide for this
product.

STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this
warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will repair the defect
and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except
shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection
with the performance of this warranty. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH
ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT
AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE
WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF
LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR
PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not
allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void outside the
United States of America.

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after
following the instructions in this Operating Guide you are certain that the Product is
defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). Include
evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you
to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, or
delivered to warrantor at:

Uniden America Corporation
Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155
[phone], 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central,
Monday through Friday

Covered under one or more of the following U.S.patents:

4,511,761

4,523,058

4,595,795 4,797,916

5,426,690

©1997 Uniden America Corporation.

All rights reserved.

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