Uniden EXP2905 User Manual
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.
• Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
• The rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery
contained in this equipment may explode if
disposed of in a fire.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not charge the rechargeable
nickel-cadmium battery used in this equipment
in any charger other than the one designed to
charge this battery as specified in the
instruction manual. Using another charger may
damage the battery or cause the battery to
explode.
Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium
Batteries Must Be Recycled or
Disposed of Properly
• Uniden voluntarily participates in an RBRC
industry program to collect and recycle
nickel-cadmium batteries at the end of their
useful life, when taken out of service within
the United States. The RBRC®program
provides a convenient alternative to placing
used nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or
municipal waste stream, which is illegal in
some areas.
• Through the RBRC®program, Uniden makes
it easy for you to drop off the used battery at
local retailers of replacement nickel-cadmium
batteries. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to
return the used battery.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area.
Uniden’s involvement in this program is part of
its commitment to protecting our environment
and conserving natural resources.
• RBRC®is a registered trademark of the
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
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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. Use a dry cloth for cleaning 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.
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.
Additional 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 the instruction manual.
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!
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.
The FCC Wants You To Know
Changes or modifications to this product not
expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of this
product in any way other than as detailed by the
instruction manual, could void your authority to
operate this product. The equipment cannot be
used on public coin phone service provided by the
telephone company. Connection to party line
service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state
public utility commission, public service
commission or corporation commission for
information.)
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. 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 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 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.
Cordless Telephone Privacy
Cordless telephones are radio devices.
Communications between the handset and base 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.
Installation Considerations
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 power outlet. (A
continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which
does not have a switch to interrupt its power.)
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• Keep the base and handset away from sources
of electrical noise such as motors or
fluorescent lighting.
• Be sure there is sufficient space to fully extend
the base antenna.
• The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or
mounted on a standard telephone wall plate.
• You should charge your new phone for 15-20
hours before 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.
Hardwired 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!
• Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected.
• Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
Applying Power to the Base
This phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch
to interrupt 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 strain relief notch on the bottom of the
base.
NOTE: Place the power cord so that it does not
create a trip hazard, or where it could
become chafed and create a fire or other
electrical hazards.
Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120 VAC wall
outlet.
Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch.
Use only the Uniden AC Adapter supplied with
this phone.
Table of contents
Getting Started
6 Read this first
7 Step 1: Checking the package
contents
8 Step 2: Setting up the base phone
11 Step 3: Preparing the battery
pack
13 Identifying the parts
Basics
16 Making calls
18 Redialing
19 Receiving calls
Telephone Features
20 Memory dialing
20 Storing phone numbers on the
handset
21 Storing phone numbers on the
base phone
22 Making calls with memory
dialing on the handset
22 Making calls with memory
dialing on the base phone
23 Setting the ringer type
23 Turning off the ringer
24 Checking the ringer type
24 Adjusting the ringer volume
level of the base phone
25 Switching the phones during a
call
25 To switch from the base
phone to the handset
26 To switch from the handset to
the base phone
27 Talking between the handset
and the base phone (Intercom)
27 To talk from the handset to
the base phone
28 To talk from the base phone to
the handset
29 Transferring a call
29 To transfer from the base
phone to the handset
30 To transfer from the handset
to the base phone
31 Having a three-way conference
31 To join the phone
conversation
Additional Information
32
Mounting the base phone on a wall
33 Troubleshooting
34 Maintenance
35 Specifications
36 Index
39 One Year Limited Warranty
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Getting Started
Read this first
Before you use your phone, you must first set it up. Here's a quick way
to set up your phone: Steps 1, 2 and 3.
Step 1 (page 7)
First, unpack the phone and the supplied
accessories.
Step 2 (pages 8 to 10)
Next, you need to do three things to set
up the base phone, including finding the
best location for the base phone.
Base phone
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Step 3 (pages 11 to 12)
Then, insert the battery pack into the
handset and charge it for 15-20 hours.
Handset
About the digital security code
The cordless telephone uses a digital security code to provide protection against unwanted
access to your base phone.
The security code blocks other cordless handsets to make calls through your base phone.
A random security code will be assigned automatically between your base phone and
handset when you charge the battery pack for the first time.
That‘s it!
Step 1
Checking the package contents
Make sure you have received the following items in the package.
AC power adapter (AD-314) Base phone Handset
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Telephone line cord (1) Wall bracket/stand
for base phone
Uniden Parts Department
(800) 554-3988
Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com
Rechargeable battery
pack (BT-905)
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Step 2
Setting up the base phone
Do the following steps:
• Choose the best location
• Connect the base phone
• Choose the dialing mode
Choose the best location
Where you place the base phone affects the reception quality of the
handset.
Away from noise sources such as a window
by a street with heavy traffic
Away from television
sets and other
electronic equipment
Away from heat sources, such as radiators,
airducts, and sunlight
Away from a microwave
oven
Away from excessive
moisture, extremely low
temperatures, dust,
mechanical vibration, or
shock
CAUTION:
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Away from a personal
computer
Near a central location
and on a level surface
Away from another
cordless telephone
• Should you experience intermittent loss of audio during a conversation, try
moving closer to the base or move base phone away from other noise sources.
• The cordless telephone operates at a frequency that may cause interference to
nearby TVs and VCRs; the base phone should not be placed near or on the top
of a TV or VCR; and, if interference is experienced, moving the cordless
telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the
interference.
Connect the base phone
If you want to hang the base phone on the wall, see page 32.
Route the cord
To an AC outlet
To DC IN 9V
AC power adapter
2
(supplied AD-314)
Telephone line cord
1
To the
telephone outlet
If you want to use the wall bracket as the stand, attach it on the bottom
of the base phone before step 1 as illustrated above.
(supplied)
3
To LINE
Align the
∆
marks.
1 Connect the telephone line cord
to the LINE jack and to a
telephone outlet.
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2 Connect the AC power adapter
to the DC IN 9V jack and to an
AC outlet.
3 Raise the antenna. Make sure it
points towards the ceiling.
continued
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Step 2: Setting up the base phone (continued)
Notes
• Use only the supplied AD-314 AC power adapter.
Polarity of the plug
Do not use any other AC power adapter.
• Connect the AC power adapter to a continuous
power supply.
• Place the base phone close to the AC outlet so that
you can unplug the AC power adapter easily.
Tip
Modular
If your telephone outlet is not modular, contact your
telephone service company for assistance.
Choose the dialing mode
For the telephone to work properly, select an appropriate dialing mode
(tone or pulse).
DIAL MODE switch
Depending on your dialing system, set the DIAL MODE 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 DIAL MODE switch set to TONE.
If the call connects, leave the switch as is; otherwise, set to PULSE.
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Step 3
Preparing the battery pack
Charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours before you start using your phone.
BT-905
Black
Red
1 Slide open the battery compartment
lid of the handset.
2 Connect the battery connector with
correct polarity (black wire goes on
left side and red wire goes on
right).
3 Close the battery compartment lid.
4 Place the handset on the base
phone.
The CHARGE LED lights up when
the handset is properly seated on
the charge terminals of the base
phone. Charge the battery pack for
15-20 hours so that the battery is
fully charged. The CHARGE LED
remains lit even after charging is
completed.
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CHARGE LED
continued
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Step 3: Preparing the battery pack (continued)
Battery duration
A fully charged battery pack lasts for about:
• approx. 7 hours when you use the handset continuously.
• approx. 7 days when the handset is in standby mode.
Notes
• The battery pack will gradually discharge over a long period of time, even if
not in use.
• If you leave the battery pack in the handset without charging it, the battery
pack will be completely discharged.
It may require several times of charging to recover its full capacity.
To obtain the best performance from the battery
Do not place the handset on the base phone after each call. The battery
works best if the handset is returned to the base phone after two or
three calls. However, do not leave the handset off the base phone for a
long period of time as this will completely discharge the battery pack.
When to purchase a new battery pack
If the battery lasts only a few minutes even after 15-20 hours of charging,
the usable life of the battery has expired and needs replacement.
Contact Uniden Parts Department (see page 7), and ask for a BT-905
rechargeable battery pack.
Note
Battery life may vary depending on usage condition and ambient temperature.
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