Uniden EXP9200 User Manual

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions About Your EXP 9200

Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

FCC Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

EXP 9200 Features

Automatic Digital Code Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Auto Channel Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Spread Spectrum Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installing Your EXP 9200

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

Attaching the Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Installing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Cleaning the Battery Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using Your EXP 9200

Preparing the Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Preparing the Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Special Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using Your EXP 9200 Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using your EXP 9200 Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Using the EXP 9200 as a Room Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Troubleshooting

Important Electrical Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Telephone Line Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Radio Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

More Than One Cordless Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Specifications Base Unit Controls & Functions Handset Controls & Functions One Year Limited Warranty

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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 cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

Do not

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

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.

Do not

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

Do not

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 the

use liquid

not

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.

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 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

About Your EXP 9200

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

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Base Unit Handset Belt Clip Two Telephone Line Cords AC Adapter (AD-9100) Wall Mount Adapter Rechargeable Battery Pack (BP-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, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM 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 Division 4700 Amon Carter Blvd. Ft. Worth TX 76155

Cordless Telephone is not performing up to your

EXP 9200 Features

UltraClear Plus

telephone. Spread Spectrum Technology Tone/Pulse Dialing 20-Number Memory Maximum Operating Range 2-Line Operation (Separate Ring Tones) Dual Keypads One-Touch Memory Dialing Buttons Room Monitoring Handset Monitor 3-Way Conferencing 2-Way Paging/Intercom Redial/Pause and Flash

noise reduction provides the quality sound of a corded

AutoStandby AutoTalk Auto Channel Scan

Automatic Digital Code Security Speaker Phone Handset Volume Control/Ringer Volume Control Base Unit Ringer Volume Control Spare Battery Charger Battery Back-Up Battery Saving Feature 2-Way Handset Mounting Reversible Handset Retainer

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 Base

automatically

INT’COM

beeping.

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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The Digital Code is now reset randomly to one of 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 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 to indicate that the Digital Security Code is set.

Auto Channel Scan

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 better 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

Installing Your EXP 9200

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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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(s) from the Base Unit into a standard modular telephone jack(s). (

local 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:

to avoid excessive heat or humidity (as in a

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If you do not have a modular jack, contact your

can be placed on a

)

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.

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 long Telephone Line Cord(s) (supplied) into the “

TEL LINE”

2. Plug the other end of the Telephone Line Cord(s) into the telephone wall jack(s).

3. Plug the AC Adapter cord into the AC Adapter input jack on the Base Unit. (

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.

Placing the Handset on the Base Unit

jack(s) on the Base.

Note:

Use

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The unique design of your Base Unit either face down or in an 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

Extending the Base Unit Legs

For better visibility of the buttons and LEDs, you can extend the legs on the bottom of the Base Unit, placing it at an angle (See the Base Unit foldout illustration). To use the Handset in the charging cradle while the Base Unit is set at an angle:

1. Remove the Handset Support by pressing upward on the notch at the front of the support.

2. Store the Handset Support on the bottom of the Base Unit by snapping the support into the slots under the charging cradle.

The Handset will now remain in a stable, upright position with the Base Unit set at an angle. Or, you can place the Handset in the face down position

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 EXP 9200 is now ready to be mounted on a standard wall plate or mounted directly to a wall.

Mounting on a Standard Wall Plate

1. Plug one end of the Telephone Line Cord(s) (supplied) into the “

TEL LINE

To TEL LINE

Jacks

”

AT&Tor GTE

Wall Plate

To DC IN12 V

Input Jack

jack(s) on the top of the Base Unit. Lay the cord(s) inside the molded channel on the bottom of the Wall Mount Adapter connected to the Base Unit.

2. Plug the other end of the

To Telephone

Wall Jack

Telephone Line Cord(s) into the telephone wall jack(s).

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

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LINE 2

TELEPHONE JACK

ADAPTER

Place the cord(s) inside the molded channel on the Wall Mount Adapter connected to the Base Unit.

4. Place the Base Unit on the two posts of the wall plate and slide downward to secure. Then hang the Handset on the Base Unit.

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