Uniden EXP 9100 User Manual
Table of Contents
About Your EXP 9100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FCC Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
EXP 9100 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Automatic Digital Code Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Auto Channel Scan and Auto Channel Change. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Spread Spectrum Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Auto Power Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing Your EXP 9100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Selecting the Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting the Telephone Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the Base Unit on a Desk or Tabletop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the Battery Pack (BT-9100) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Preparing the Base Uni t and Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Special Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using Your EXP 9100 Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using your EXP 9100 Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the EXP 9100 as a Room Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Troublesho oting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Important Electrical Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Telephone Line Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Radio Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
More Than One Cordless Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Base Unit Controls & Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Handset Controls & Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons,
including the following:
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. Do
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do not
bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
5.
Do not
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. These openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. 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
product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking on it.
9.
Do not
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.
use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash
place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in
not
use
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not assemble this product. Take
it to qualified service personnel when some 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 operat-
ing 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 work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal operation.
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.
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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About Your EXP 9100
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden
Telephone. The
for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. To get the most from your
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located in the back of this Operating Guide to help familiarize you with the
features of your cordless phone. Also, be sure to fill out the Product
Registration card at the back of this Guide, then detach and mail in.
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please read this Operating Guide thoroughly
,
is designed and engineered to exacting standards
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Cordless
. Refer to the foldout
Unpacking
Your
EXP 9100
Base Unit
Handset
Telephone Line Cord
AC Adapter ( AD-9100)
Wall Mount Adapter
Rechargeable Battery Pack (BT-9100)
This Operating Guide (read thoroughly)
Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal Notice
Memory Storage Stickers
If any of these items are missing or damaged, do not contact the place of
purchase. Instead, contact Uniden Customer Service at: (800) 297-1023 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m., Central, Monday through Friday.
box should contain the following items:
FCC Requirements
You are no longer required by the FCC to notify your local telephone company
of your intent to connect a new telephone. Your local telephone company may
call you and request information about your phone such as the brand name,
model number, registration number, and ringer equivalence number. This
information is provided on a label located on the bottom of the Base Unit.
If your
expectations, please try the simple steps listed in the Troubleshooting, Range,
and Radio Interference sections of this manual. If you are still unable to resolve
the problems, please contact Uniden Customer Service.
If the unit must be returned for service, ship or deliver the product, freight prepaid to:
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Uniden America Corporation
Parts and Service Div is ion
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Ft. Worth TX 76155
Cordless Telephone is not performing up to your
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EXP 9100 Features
Spread Spectrum Technology
UltraClear Plus
of a corded telephone.
Auto Power Control
Tone/Pulse Dialing
20-Number Memory
Maximum Operating Range
3 One-Touch Memory Dialing Buttons
Room Monitoring
2-Way Paging/Intercom
Redial/Pause and Flash
Spare Battery Charger/Battery Back-Up
AutoStandby
AutoTalk
Auto Channel Scan
Auto Channel Change
Automatic Digital Code Security
Handset Volume Control/Ringer Volume Control
Base Unit Ringer Volume Control
Battery Saving Feature
2-Way Handset Mounting
Reversible Handset Retainer
Mute
Hold
Lighted Keypad
noise reduction provides the quality sound
Automatic Digital Code Security
Many cordless telephones operate similarly and on the same frequency.
Without digital code security, another Handset could make calls using your
Base Unit and telephone line. Therefore, to avoid any unauthorized calls
through your Base Unit, a Digital Code feature was added to your
This Digital Code is shared only between the Handset and Base Unit. The
Code is set
To reset the Digital Code:
1. Be sure the Handset is on the Base Unit.
2. Press
3. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit and set it down again. The
The Digital Code is now reset randomly to one of more than 65,000 codes.
automatically
INT’COM
beeping.
Base Unit and Handset will stop beeping.
when you first use the phone.
on the Base Unit. The Base Unit and Handset will begin
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.
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 restore
the Digital Code:
1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit (if it is on the Base Unit).
2. Restore power to the Base Unit.
3. Place the Handset back on the Base Unit.
The
CHARGE
LED will blink twice to indicate that the Digital Security Code is set.
NOTE: It may take up to 5 seconds to establish contact between the
Handset and Base Unit and reset the Digital Security Code.
Auto Channel Scan and Auto Channel Change
During a call, your
If the channel becomes too noisy, the unit automatically switches to a clearer
channel to maintain the best transmission quality.
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constantly monitors the noise level of the channel.
Spread Spectrum Technology
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Your
between the Base Unit and Handset. This advancement results in unparalleled
security, virtually eliminating any chance of outside monitoring, and greatly
improves noise reduction for top-quality sound in your cordless phone.
uses Spread Spectrum Technology which provides a digital link
Auto Power Control
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The
the distance from the Base Unit. When the Handset is near the Base Unit, the
RF power level is low. When the Handset is at a greater distance from the
Base Unit, the RF power level is set automatically to high. This provides the
clearest possible communications while making the most efficient use of the
battery power.
automatically sets the Handset RF power level, depending on
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Installing Your EXP 9100
Selecting the Installation Location
Select a location for the
kitchen or bathroom). The Base Unit of your
desk or tabletop near a standard 120V AC outlet and telephone line jack, or
mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE wall plate. Keep the Base Unit and
Handset away from sources of electrical noise (motors, fluorescent lighting).
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to avoid excessive heat or humidity (as in a
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can be placed on a
Connecting the Telephone Line
There are three types of phone outlets: 1) Modular, 2) 4-prong jack, or
3) hard-wired type.
1) Modular Jack
Plug the telephone line cord from the Base Unit into a standard modular
telephone jack. (
telephone company for information on the installation of these jacks.
2) 4-Prong Jack
An adapter (not included) is required. The adapter plugs into the 4-prong
jack and the telephone line cord plugs into the adapter.
3) Hard-wired Jack
A modular jack converter (not included) is required. You may need to rewire
when connecting the converter (making color-coded connections).
Your Uniden Cordless Telephone Dealer or a telephone supply store
(
Note:
can advise you on the proper adapter or converter.
Note:
If you do not have a modular jack, contact your local
)
)
There are two telephone line jacks in the
“LINE OUT”.
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: “LINE IN” and
NOTE: You can connect the Telephone Line Cord to either jack.
CAUTION:
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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Installing the Base Unit on a Desk or Tabletop
NOTE: Refer to the foldout located in the back of this Operating Guide to
help familiarize you with the controls of your cordless phone.
1. Place the Base Unit on
a desk or tabletop, and
plug one end of the
Telephone Line Cord
(supplied) into the
“
LINE IN
” jack on the
Base.
2. Plug the other end of
the Telephone Line
Cord into the telephone
wall jack.
3. Plug the AC Adapter
cord into the AC
Adapter input jack on
the Base Unit.
Note:
(
Use only the AC Adapter supplied with the
4. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet.
5. Route the power cord where it will not create a trip hazard, or where it
could become chafed and create a fire or other electrical hazards.
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)
The unique design of your
Base Unit either face down or in an upright position. Also, you may extend the
legs on the bottom of the Base Unit, placing it at an angle for better visibility of
the LEDs (See the Base Unit Fold-out illustration). Remove the Handset
Support in the charging cradle so the handset remains in a stable, upright
position. The Battery Pack in the Handset automatically recharges in either
position.
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allows you to place the Handset on the
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Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall
Installing the Wall-Mount Adapter on the Base Unit
1. Remove the Handset from
the Base Unit.
2. Lay the Base Unit face
down on a flat, smooth
surface.
3. Insert the two front tabs of
the Wall Mount Adapter into
the two receptacles next to
the legs of the Base Unit.
4. Squeeze the two side tabs
of the Wall Mount Adapter
and snap them into the
receptacles near the bottom
edge of the Base Unit.
Setting the Handset Retainer
1. Remove the Handset Retainer on the Base Unit by sliding it upward.
2. Flip the Retainer over so the tab is facing up.
3. Slide the Retainer back into the Base Unit.
The Base unit of your
plate or mounted directly to a wall.
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is now ready to be mounted on a standard wall
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