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XC 340

Cordless Telephone

Operating Guide

For Australia and New Zealand

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PRECAUTIONS

Before you read anything else,

please observe the following:

WARNING!

Uniden 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.

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARNING

.This equipment contains a Nickel-Cadmium Battery.

. The Nickel-Cadmium Battery contained in this equipment

may explode if disposed of in a fire.
. Do not shprt circuit the battery.
. Do not charge the Nickel-Cadmium Battery used in this

equipment in any other charger other than the one designed

to charge this battery. Using another charger may damage

the battery, or cause the battery to explode.

Uniden@ is a registered trademark of Uniden Corporation. Auto StandbyTM

and Auto TalkTMare trademarks of Uniden Corporation. Auto Standby is a
patented invention of Uniden Corporation.

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Table of Contents

ImportantSafety Instructions 2
About Your XC 340 4

Unpacking , , 4

XC340 Features 5

Automatic DigitalCode Security 5

Base Unit Controls & Functions 6

HandsetControl& Functions , 8

Readthis before installation
InstallingYour XC 340 11

Selectingthe InstallationLocation 11
Connectingthe Telephone Line 11
Installingthe Telephone on a Desk or Tabletop 12
Mountingthe Telephone on a Wall 13
Settingthe Handset Retainer 13
Mountingthe Baseon a Wall 13
Installingthe Battery Pack (BT-161) 14
Chargingthe Battery Pack 15
Low Battery Indicator
Cleaningthe BatteryContacts ; 15

UsingYour XC 340 16

SelectingPulse or Tone Dialing 16
Settingthe Handset Ringer Tone 16
Settingthe Handset Ringer Volume 16
Settingthe Base Unit Ringer Volume 16
Placing a Call 17
Selectinga Channel 17
Usingthe Flash Button 17
Settingthe Handset Receiver Volume 17
Settingthe Base Unit ReceiverVolume "... 17
Usingthe Redial Button 17
Answering a Call 18

Storinga Number " 19

Storing a Mixed Tone/Pulse Number with a

Pulse Dial System(Australian models Only) 19
Dialinga Stored Number 20
StoringOne-Touch DialingNumbers 20
Dialing aOne-Touch Number """""""""""""""""""""""""""""'" 20
Chain Dialing 20
Erasing a Stored Number 21
Usingthe 2-Way Page/Intercom Feature 21

Transferringa Call .'. 22

Usingthe XC 340 As a Room Monitor 23

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Troubleshooting 24

ImportantElectricalConsiderations 25
Range 25

RadioInterference , 25

Morethan One CordlessTelephone 25

Specifications 26

ImportantSafety Instructions

When usingyour telephone equipment,basic safetyprecautions should always
be followed to reducethe riskof fire, electricalshock, and injuryto persons,

includingthe following:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow allwarnings and instructionsmarkedon the product.

3. Unplugthis product fromthe wall outlet beforecleaning. Do not use liquid
cleanersor aerosolcleaners. Useadry cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product nearwater; for example,near abath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink or laundrytub, ina wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

5. Do not placethis product on an unstablecart, stand,or table.The telephone
may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinetand the backor bottom are providedfor
ventilation. To protectthe productfrom overheating,these openings must
notbe blocked or covered. These openings shouldneverbe blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should neverbe placed nearor over a radiatoror heat register.
This productshould not be placed ina bui~-ininstallationunless prope~
ventilation isprovided.

7. This product shouldbe operatedonlyfrom thetype of power source indicated

onthe markinglabel.Ifyouarenotsureofthetypeofpowersupplyto yourhome,
consult your dealer or local powercompany.

8. Do not allow anythingto restonthe power cord. Do notlocate this product
where the cord will bedamaged by personswalking on it.

9. Do notoverloadwall outlets and extensioncords,asthis can result in the risk
of fireor electrical shock.

1O. Never push obj~s 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 electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

11. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble 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 electrical shock
when the appliance is subsequently used.

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12. Unplugthis productfrom the wall outlet and re1erservicingto qualified
service personnel under the followingconditions:

A. When the power supplycord is damagedor frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. Ifthe producthas been exposedto rainor water.

D. Ifthe productdoes not operate normallywhen following the operating

instructions.Adjust only those controlsthat are covered by the operating
instructions.Improperadjustmentof othercontrols may result in damage,
andwill often requireextensivework by a qualifiedtechnicianto restore

the product10normal operation.
E. Ifthe product has beendropped,or the cabinet has beendamaged.
F. Ifthe productexhibits a distinctchange in performance.

13. Do notuse the telephone to reporta gas leakinthe vicinityof the leak.

CAUTION: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURYTO PERSONS BY
THE BATTERY, READ AND FOllOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Use onlythe appropriate type and sizebatterypack specifiedin this

OperatingGuide.

2. Do notdisposeof the battery pack in a fire.The cell mayexplode.

3. Do notopen or mutilatethe battery pack. Releasedelectrolyte is corrosive
and maycause damage tothe eyes or skin. It maybetoxic if swallowed.

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4. Exercisecare in handlingthe battery inorder notto short the battery with
conducting materialssuch as rings, bracelets,and keys. The batteryor
conductor mayoverheat and causeburns.

5. Chargethe battery packprovidedwith or identifiedfor usewith this product
only in accordancewijh the instructionsand limitations specified inthe

instructionmanual providedfor this product.

6. Observe proper polarityorientationbetweenthe batterypackplug and socket.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About your XC 340

Congratulationson your purchase of the Uniden XC 340 Cordless Telephone.
The XC 340 is designed and engineeredto exact standardsfor reliability,long
life,and outstanding performance.To get the mostfrom yourXC 340, please

read this Operating Guide thoroughly.

Unpacking

YourXC340boxshouldcontainthefollowingitems:

. BaseUnit

. Handset

. Telephone LineCordwith ModularPlug
. AC Adaptor
. RechargeableBattery Pack (BT-161)
. This Operating Guide (readthoroughly)
. MemoryStorage Stickers

. Screws

If your XC 340 Cordless Telephone is not performing up to 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 for assistance.

If the unit must be returned for service, ship or deliver the product, freight

prepaid to:

UNIDENAUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED
Technical Service Division

345 PrincesHighway, Rockdale
NSW2216

UNIDENNEWZEALAND LIMITED
CornerTi RakauDrive and
Harris Road, East Tamaki
P.D.Box38-630,Auckland

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XC340 Features

. UltraClearPlus noise reductionprovidesthe bestquality soundof

a cordlesstelephone.

. Ten 30/39 MHz Channels
. 20-NumberMemory

. MaximumOperating Range
. 3 One-TouchMemory DialingButtons
. Room Monitoring
. 2-Way Paging/Intercom

. Call Transfer
. 3-WayCommunication

. Redial/Pauseand Flash
. Auto Standby

. Auto Talk
. Tone/Pulse Dialing(Australianmodels Only)

. Automatic DigitalCode Security
. Handset Volume Control/RingerVolumeControl
. Base Unit Volume Control/RingerVolume Control
. Battery Saving Feature
. 2-Way Handset Mounting

. ReversibleHandset Retainer

Automatic DigitalCode 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 XC 340.
This Digital code is shared only between your Handset and Base Unit.
The Code is set automatically when you first use the phone.

To reset the Digital Code, be sure the Handset is on the Base Unit. Press
INT'COM on the Base Unit. The Base Unit and Handset will begin beeping.
Remove the Handset from the Base Unit and set it down again. The Base
Unit and Handset will stop beeping. 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 establish communication between the Handset and Base Unit:

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.

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Base Unit Controls & Functions

RING- OFFLOHISwitch

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Use to set the ringer volume level ("LO", "HI", or "OFF")
of the Base Unit for incoming calls, or the page alert tone
level when paged from the Handset.

Use to select either Tone Dialing or Pulse Dialing.
(Functional on Australian Models only)

Plug a standard telephone line cord into this jack and the
other end of the cord into the standard telephone socket.

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INTCOM Button

SPEAKERLED

SPEAKERButton

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DC Input Jack Plugthe AC Adaptorcord intothisjack. Then pluGthe

AC Adaptor intoa standardwall outlet.

Handset Retainer Reversethis retainerto hang up the Handsetwhen the

XC340 is mountedon a wall.

Base Unit

Collapsibleantenna providesmaximumcommunicatior, .

Antenna
Speaker

Microphone

IN USE LED

CHARGE LED

INT'COM

SPEAKER Button Use to answer a phone call at the

SPEAKER LED

Button Use to page the handset, or to receive a page from the

Volume Control

range when fullyextended and in verticalposition. !

Lets you hear the caller, or the person talking to you from the
Handset. Also, enables you to hear the ringing when a call or

is received.

page
Use to talk to the caller, or the person paging you from the

Handset.

Lights when the phone is in use; blinks when the Base Unit
rings. Also, blinks when you press INT'COM to place a call

on hold.
Lights when the Handset is on the Base Unit and the Batte.-y

Pack inside the Handset is charging.

Handset, and activate the Intercom between the Base Unit
and Handset. Also, when a phone call is answered at the
Base Unit, use this button to page the Handset to pick up

the call. Then press INT'COM again or SPEAKER to transfer
the call.

(Note: The Base Unit's INT'COM function does not work
if the handset is in use or if its Ring On/Batt. save switch
is in the "Batt Save" position.)

caller. Also, after pressing INT'COM or SPEAKER to

a call to the Handset, press SPEAKER to establish 3-way

communication among the Base Unit, Handset, and caller.

Lightswhen you press INT'COMto place acall on !loid, or

when you are using the Intercom functions.

Use to adjust the volume ieve! of the Speaker.

Base Unit and speak to the

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HandsetControl & Functions

Handset

Antenna

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FLASHlR.TONE f ~ VOLUME/R.VOL

Handset
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The red LED lights steady when: (a) the phone is in use;
(b) you use MEM to store, erase, or dial a number in
memory. The red LED flashes every
Battery Pack is Iow and needs to be recharged.

Press to place or answer a call. When finished, press this button
to hang up. Also, after paging the Base Unit to announce that
a call is waiting, press TALK to transfer the call. Press TALK
again to establish 3-way communication among the Handset,

Base Unit, and caller.

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TONE
Button

(Australian
Models only)

ONE-TOUCH
DIAL Buttons

INT'C Button

FLASH/R.

TONE Button

When the TONE/PULSE switch on the Base Unit is in the

PULSE position, the TONE button allows tone dialing for

access to long distance services, etc. Also, use when storing
a mixed Tone/Pulse number. The TONE button counts as

one digit of the number.
Special memory locations for storing numbers. Press the

appropriate button to dial a number.
Use to page the Base Unit, or to receive a page from the

Base Unit, and to establish communication between the
Handset and Base Unit. Also, when a phone call is answered
at the Handset, use INT'C to place the call on hold and to
page the Base Unit to pick up the call.

This button has a dual function: (a) When making a call,
press to send a timed "hook-flash" on the telephone line for
accessing services such as call waiting, etc. (b) When the
telephone is not in use, press to select one type of the two

ringer tones.

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CHANNEL

Button Use to select one of 10 channels for the clearest operation.

RINGON!

BATT SAVE

Switch

MEMButton

RDLlP Button

VOLUME!
A.VOL Button

(Note: Operates only when the phone is in use.)

(On the side of the Handset) Set the switch to "RING ON"
to enable ringing when a call is received. Set the switch to
"BATT SAVE" to save battery energy when the Handset is

not in use, and disable ringing at the Handset.

Use when storing numbers in memory, erasing numbers from

memory, and to dial a stored number.
This button has a dual function: Itredials the last dialed number,

or inserts a pause within memory dialing sequences.
This button has a dual function: (a) When making a call,

press once to adjust the volume of the earpiece speaker

(loud or soft). (b) When the telephone is not in use, press
to select the Handset ringer volume (high or Iow).

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Read This Before Installation

We have designed your telephone to conform to Australia or New Zealand Radio

Frequency regulations,and you can connect itto most telephone lines. However,

each device that you connect draws power from the phone line. We refer to the

powerdrawn as the device's ringer equivalencenumberor REN.The REN is

shown on the bottomof yourtelephone (NewZealand Models only). Ifyou are
using morethan one phone or other deviceonttle line,add up allthe REN's.

Ifthe total ismore than five,your phones might not ring. In ruralareas,a total
RENof three might impairringingoperation.

Note: You must notconnect your phone to anyof the following;

.Coin operated systems

.Party-linesystems

.Most electronic key phone systems

Your phone operates onstandard radiofrequencies. It is possiblefor other radio
unitsoperating nearbyon similar frequenciesto unintentionallyinterceptyour
conversationorcause interterence. Possible lack of privacy can occur with any
cordlesstelephone.

.IMPORTANTNOTICE
You must charge the new battery for at least 12hours before

you use the phone.

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Installing Your XC 340

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Selecting the Installation Location

Selecta locationfor the XC 340 to avoid excessiveheat or hurnidity (asin a
kitchenor bathroom),The Base Unitof your XC 340 can beplaced on adesk
or tab!etop neara standard230/240VAC outlet and standardtelephone line
socket, or mounted on a wall plate. Keepthe Base Unitand Handsetawayfrom
sourcesof electricalnoise, (motors,fluorescentlighting). Be surethere is
sufficientspaceto safelyextend the Base Unitantenna fully.

Connecting the Telephone Li"e

Plugthe telephone linecord fromthe Base Unitinto a standardtelephone

socket.

(Note: Ifyou do not have a telephone socket, contact Te/eeomfor further

information)

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 uninsuiated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone

line has been disconnected at the network interface.

11 Use caution when installing or modifYing telephone lines.

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Installing the Telephone on a Desk or Tabletop

TO TELEPHONE
SOCKET

AC ADAPTOR

1. Place the Base Uniton a desk ortabletop, and plug one endof the Telephone

Line Cord (supplied) intothe "TEL LINE"jack on the Base.

2. Plugthe other endof the TelephoneLine Cord intothe telephone socket.

3. Plugthe AC Adaptor cord intothe 9V DC inputjack on the Base Unit.
(Note: Use only the AC Adaptorsupplied with the XC 340.)

4. Plugthe AC Adaptor intoa standard230/240VACwall outlet.
(Note: TheAC wall outlet shouldbe switched on atall times.)

5. Routethe power cord where itwill not createa trip hazard,or where itcould
becomechafed andcreate afire or other electrical hazards.

The unique design of your XC 340 allowsyou to placethe Handseton the Base
Uniteitherfacedown or in an uprightposition.The Battery Packinthe Handset
is automatically recharged in eitherposition.

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Mounting the Telephone on a Wall

The XC340 isdesigned to be mounteddirectly on a wall.

Settingthe HandsetRetainer

1. Remove the Handset Retaineron the Base Unitby slidingit upward.

2. Flip the Retainerover so the tab isfacing up.

3. Slidethe Retainerback intothe Base Unit.

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1. Carefullyselect a locationaway from electrical cables, pipes, or other items
behindthe mountinglocationthat could cause a hazardwhen inserting

screws into the wall.

2. Inserttwo mounting screws 10cmapartvertically, allowingabout5mm
betweenthe wall and screw heads for mountingthe phone. Make sure
the screws are securelyfastened, and that the wall material is capable for
supportingtheweight of the Base Unit;otherwise, damageto the Base Unit

would result.

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3. Plug one end of the Telephone Line Cord (supplied) into the "TEL LINE"
jack on the Base Unit. Lay the cord inside the molding on the bottom of

the Base Unit.

4. Plugthe AC Adaptor cord intothe 9V DC inputjack on the Base Unit.
(Note: Useonly the AC Adaptor suppliedwith the XC 340.) Placethe cord

insidethe moldedchannel onthe bottom of the Base Unit.

5. Placethe Base Unitonto the mountingscrews and slide downwardto
secure.Then hangthe Handseton the Base Unit.

6. Plugthe other end ofthe TelephoneLine Cord intothe telephonesocket.

7. Plugthe AC Adaptor intoa standard230/240VACwall outlet.

8. Routethe power cord where itwill notcreatea trip hazard,or where itcould
become chafed and create a fireor other electrical hazards.

Installing the Battery Pack (BT -161)

N B R I

The built-in Memory Backupfeatureallows upto 3 minutes afterdisconnecting
the old Battery Packfor installinga newonewithout losing any phone numbers
stored in the telephone's memory.

1. Remove the battery compartment
cover on the back of the Handset

by sliding it down.

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2. Connect the Nickel-CadmiumBattery
Packby pluggingit into the socketon
the top of the battery compartment.
(Note: Theconnector fitsonly one

wayand requiresonly a minimal
amount ofpressure to insert.Always
install the Battery Cablewith the
BLACK wireto the left.)

3. Place the BatteryPack insidethe
compartment and slidethe battery

cover back. Make surethe wires from
the Battery Packdo notget caught in

the cover.

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Charging the Battery Pack

The rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack included with your XC 340 must
be charged for approximately 12-16 hours before using the phone for the first

time. Place the Handset on the Base Unit and make sure the CHARGE LED

lights. If the CHARGE LED does not light, check to see that the AC Adaptor is

plugged in and the wall outlet is switched on.

Low Battery Indicator

be charged, the TALK/BA TT LOW LED flashes every 3 seconds. If this occurs
while you are on the phone, a short alert beep will also be heard. When this
happens, complete your call as early as possible, and return the Handset to
the Base Unit for charging. Once the battery is Iow, you will only be able to press
the TALK button to return the phone to Standby. Allow 12 to 16 hours without
any interruption for the handset to fully recharge.

Cleaning the Battery Contacts

To maintain a good charge condition, it is important to clean all 8 charge con-
tacts 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.

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Using Your XC 340

Selecting Pulse or Tone Dialing
(Available on Australian Models only)

Australianmodels can use either Pulse Dialingor Tone Dialing,depending on the.

localservice. NewZealand modelsare Tone Dialingonly.

To setthe phone for Tone or Pulse Dialing,placethe TONE/PULSE switch on
the Base Unit in the properposition.

Setting the Handset Ringer Tone

Pressthe FLASH/R. TONE button on the Handset to select either of two ringer

tones.

(Note: This sets the ringer tones only when the phone is not in use.)

Setting the Handset Ringer Volume

Press the VOLUME/R. VOL button on the Handset to select either high or Iow ringer

volume.

(Note: This sets the ringer volume only when the phone is not in use.)

Setting the Base Unit Ringer Volume

To enablethe Base Unitto ringwhen a call or page is received,set the BASE

UNITRINGERswitch to either"LO" or "HI".(Note: When a callis ON HOLD

at the Handset and the Base Unit is paged, the Base Unit willring even when
the BASE UN" RINGER switch is set in the "OFF" position.)

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Placing a Call

To place a call with your XC340:

1.

Removethe Handsetfrom the Base Unitand press TALK.

2. Dialthe number you arecalling.

3. When you have finished the call, pressTALK or returnthe Handset onto the
Base Unit.

NOTE: Ifyou don't place the Handset back on theBase Unit,you willneed

topress TALK TO HANG UP THEPHONE.

Selecting a Channel

The CHANNEL buttonon the Handsetallowsyouto choose among ten factory
setchannels. Ifyou are receivingany interferenceon achannel, press the button
to switchto anotherchannel. This function works only when the phone is in use.

NOTE:If you have more thanone cordlessphone in your house,they must

be set todifferent channels.

Using the Flash Button

Use FLASH to send a timed "hook-flash" on the telephone line for accessing
services such as call waiting, etc. To use this function, simply press the
FLASH/A.TONE button while operating

the Handset.

Setting the Handset Receiver Volume

Whileon a phone call using the Handset, press the VOLUME/A. VOl button to

select e~herloudor softearpiece speakervolume.

Setting the Base UnitReceiver Volume

While on a phone call using the Base Unit,slide the Volume Control to adjustthe
volume levelof the Speaker.

Using the Redial Button

ADl/P dials the last number that you have called. This function is extremely

usefulwhen the numberyou called is busy. To use thisfunction, simply press
AOUP. The last numberyou calledwill then bedialed again.

NOTE: If any other keyis pressedbefore ROUP, this functionwill not work.

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Answering a Call

Youcanansweratelephonecall eitherattheHandsetorthe Base Unit.YourXC340
will ring at both locations (providedthat bothunit's ringersare switchedON)when
someoneis callingyour number.

To answer a call atthe Handset:

1. If the Handsetis noton the Base Unit, press TALK to answer the call.

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If the Handset is on the Base Unit, the Auto Talk function, allows you to
answer the call by simply lifting the Handset from the Base Unit and begin-
ning your conversation.

NOTE: Auto Talk function will not work if the Handset Ring ON/Baft Save

Switch is set to "Baft Save" position.

. After answering, you can place the call ON HOLD at any time by pressing

INT'C. You will hear a series of 3 beep tones while the call is holding.

To resume the conversation, press TALK.

. You may also transfer the call to the person at the Base Unit, if desired.

(See "Transferring a Call" later in this manual.)

2. When you have finished your conversation, place the Handset back on the
Base Unit. The Auto Standby functions automatically hang up the phone.

NOTE: If you don't place the Handset back on the Base Unit, press TALK

to hang up the phone.

NOTE: Sometimes when you press TALK to hang up the phone, you may

get an error tone and the phone will not disconnect. This may occur

during conversations under noisy conditions. If this happens, place
the Handset back on the Base Unit or press TALK again while
holding the Handset close to the Base Unit.

To answer a

1. Press SPEAKER.

2. Speak into the microphone.
. After answering, you can place the call ON HOLD at any time by pressing

. While on a call, you can switch to the Handset to resume the conversa-

. You may also transfer the call to the person at the Handset, if desired.

call at the Base Unit:

INT'COM. You will hear a series

To resume the conversation, press INT'COM again.

tion, if desired. To do this, simply lift the Handset from the Base Unit and
continue your conversation. To switch back to the Base Unit, press
SPEAKER, and then place the Handset back on the Base.

(See "Transferring a Call" later in this manual.)

of 3 beep tones while the call is holding.

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3. When you have finished your conversation, press SPEAKER to hang up.
(Note: Ifyou switched to the Handset, you can hangup by placingthe

Handset backon the Base Unit or pressingTALK.)

Storing a Number

1. Remove the Handset andpress MEM.(The TALK/BATT LOW LED lights.)

2. Enterthe number (up to 16digits)to be stored.

3. Ifyouwishto enteradelaybetweennumbers(foraccessinga switchboard,orlong
distanceservice),press ROUP at the point in the number sequenceyou wish
to pause. (Note: TheRDUP buttoncount~as one digit.) PressingROUP

morethan once will increasethe lengthof the pause between numbers.

4. Press MEMand atwo digit number (01-20)for the memory location.

NOTE: Youhave20secondsafterpressingMEMtoenterthenumberyou

wish to store, and use two digits for the memory location. Otherwise,
an error tone willbe heard.

5. Write down the stored numberand its memory locationnumber onone of the
enclosed stickers.

Storing a MixedTone/Pulse Number with a Pulse Dial System
(Available on Australian Models Only)

If your phone is set up for Pulse Dialing, you can store a mixed mode number
(up to 16 digits) to easily access long distance services.

1. Press MEM. (The TALK/BATT LOW LED lights.)

2. Enterthe numberto be storedin PulseMode.

3. PressTONE on the Handset.(Note: The TONE buttoncountsas onedigit.)

4. Enterthe numberto be storedinTone Mode.

5. If you wish to enter a delay between numbers (for accessing a switchboard,
or long distance service), press RDL/P at the point in the number sequence
you wish to pause. (Note: The RDUP button counts as one digit.) Pressing

RDUP more than once will increase the lengthof the pause between numbers.

6. Press MEM and a two digit number (01-20) for the memory location.

NOTE:

You have 20 seconds after pressing MEM to enter the number you

wish to store and use two digits for the memory location. Otherwise,
an error tone will be heard.

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Dialing a Stored Number

To dial a numberpreviouslystored in memory,press TALK, then press MEM

andthe memory locationnumber (01-20).

Storing One-Touch Dialing Numbers

To store a ONE-TOUCH DIALlNG number:

1. RemovetheHandsetandpressMEM.(TheTALK/BAITLOW LED lights.)

2. Enterthe number (up to 16digits) to be stored.

3. If youwish to enter a delaybetween numbers(for accessing a switchboard,
or longdistance service), press RDL/Pat the pointin the numbersequence
you wish to pause. (Note: The RDUP buttoncounts as one digit.) Pressing

RDUPmorethanoncewillincreasethelengthofthe pause between numbers.
NOTE: You can alsostore a mixedtone-pulsenumber in aONE-TOUCH

DIALlNG button. Todo this,followsteps 2 through5 in "Storinga

Mixed Tone/PulseNumber".

4. Press MEMand the ONE-TOUCHDIALlNG button (1,2, or 3) youwish to

program.

NOTE: You have 20 seconds afterpressing MEM to enter the number you

wishto store. Otherwise,an errortone willsound.

5. Write down the stored numberand its ONE-TOUCHDIALlNG button number
on oneof the enclosedstickers.

To store additional ONE-TOUCH DIALlNG numbers, repeat steps 1through 5.

Dialing a One-Touch Number

To dial a number previously stored in a ONE-TOUCH DIALlNG button (1, 2, or

3), press TALK, and then press the ONE-TOUCH DIALlNG button for that number.

Chain Dialing

On certain occasions, after dialing a number, you may be requested by the party
or service you are calling to enter a special access code, such as when performing
a banking transaction. You can do this conveniently by first storing the access
code into one of the memory numbers. Then, after dialing the main number,

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press MEM and the memory location number of the access code at
the appropriate time.

Erasing aStored Number

1. Remove the Handsetfrom the Base Unit.

2. Press MEMtwice.

3. Pressthe memory locationnumber orthe ONE-TOUCH DIALlNGbuttonyou
want to clear.

Using the 2-Way Page/Intercom Feature

The 2-Way Page/Intercomfunction allows you to communicate betweenthe

Base Unitand Handset. To usethe Intercomfunction:

. The RING ON/BAIT SAVE switchon the Handsetmustbe inthe "RING

ON" position.

. The BASE UNIT RINGERswitch must be set to either "LO"or "Hli'.

(Note: Whena callis ON HOLD at theHandsetand the Base Unitis

paged, the Base Unit willring even whentheBASE UNITRINGER
switch is set to the 'OFF11position.)

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Paging from the Base Unit

BASE UNIT

INT'COM again to disconnect.

Press INT'COM.(If no answer) press

To end the conversation, press

INT'COM.

- To end the conversation, press TALK.

HANDSET

Press TALK or INT'C, and answer the
page.

-OR-

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Paging from the Handset

BASE UNIT

Press INT'COM or SPEAKER, and
answer the page.

To end the conversation, press INT'COM.

Press INT'C. (If no answer, press INT'C
again to disconnect.)

-OR-
To end the conversation, press TALK.

HANDSET

Transferring a Call

When a phone call is answered at the Base Unit or Handset, you can transfer

that call to the other station (that is, from the Base Unit to the Handset, or from
the Handset to the Base Unit). You can also establish 3-way communication
among the two stations and the calling party.

Transferring a Call from the Base Unit

BASE UNIT

Press INT'COM. The SPEAKER LED

flashes. (If no answer, press INT'COM

again to disconnect.)

The Base Unit's INUSE LED flashes.

Announce there is a call waiting.

Press INT'COM to transfer call.

Press SPEAKER to enable 3-way
conversation.

Press SPEAKER to disconnect.

Press TALK or INT'C, and answer the
page.

Talk to caller. (To transfer call back to
Base Unit, see "Transferring a Call from

the Handset" on next page.)

Press TALK to disconnect.

HANDSET

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Transferring a Callfrom the Handset

BASE UNIT HANDSET

Press INT'C. (If no answer, press INT'C
again to disconnect.)

Press SPEAKER or INrCOM, and answer
the page. The IN USE LED flashes.

Announce there is a call waiting.
Press TALK to transfer call.

Talk to caller. (To transfer call back to
Handset, see "Transferring a Call from

the Base Unit"

Press SPEAKER to disconnect.

on previous page.)

Press TALK to enable 3-way conversation

Press TALK to disconnect.

Using the XC 340 as a Room Monitor

You may use the XC 340 Handsetto monitoractivity nearthe Base Unitwithout
anyone presentat the Base Unit.

To turn Room Monitoring on:

1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.

2. Press INT'COMon the Handset.

3. PressTALK on the Handset.Two-way communicationsare now set up
betweenthe Base Unitandthe Handset.

NOTE: Press VOLUME/R. VOL on the Handset to adjust the earpiece

volumes to loud or soft.

To turn mon~oring off, press TALK at the Handset.

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Troubleshooting

Ifyour XC 340 Cordless Telephone is not performing to your expectations,

please try these simple steps. Ifyou are still unable to resolve the problems,
contact Uniden Customer Service for assistance.

Problem

Charge light does not come on when
Handset is placed on Base Unit.

.Make sure the AC Adaptor is plugged

into the Base Unit and wall outlet.

.Make sure the Handset is properly

seated in Base Unit.

Suggestion

.Make sure the Nickel-Cadmium Battery

Pack is plugged in inside the Handset.

.Make sure that the charge contacts on

the Handset and Base Unit are clean.

(See page 15, for instructions)

Audio sounds weak and/or scratchy.

.Make sure that the Base Unit antenna

is fully extended and vertical.

.Move the Handset and/or Base Unit to

different locations and try again.

.Press the CHANNEL button to select

another channel.

Can't make or receive calls. .Move the Handset closer to the Base.

.Check both ends of the Base Unit

telephone line cord.

.Make sure the AC Adaptor is plugged

into the Base Unit and wall outlet.

.Disconnect the AC Adaptor for a few

minutes, and then reconnect it.

Handset can't ring or receive a page.

.Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack may be

weak. Charge the battery on the Base

Unit for more than 12 hours.

.Set the RING ON/BA TT SAVE switch

on the Handset to "RING ON".

. Extend the Base Unit antenna vertically.

.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.
(See page 5 for instructions.)

Base Unit can't ring or receive a page.

.Set the BASE UNIT RINGER switch to

"LO" or "HI".

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ImportantElectrical Considerations

Unplugall electricalapplianceswhen you knowan electricalstorm isapproaching.

Lightningcan pass through your householdwiring anddamage any device
connectedto it. The XC 340 has noexception. Note:Pleasedo not attempt

to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.

Range

The XC 340 is designed to achieve the maximum possible range for transmitting
and receiving according to the highest specifications. We have rated this phone
to operate at a maximum distance wnh the qualification that the range depends
upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors limit the

range, and itwould be impossible to include all the variables in our rating.

The Maximum Range rating of the XC 340 is meant to be used as a means
of comparison against other range claims.

Radio Interference

Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless
Handset, or clicking noises in the Base Unft.This interference is caused by external
sources such as a TV, refrigerator,vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical
storm. Your unftis NOT DEFECTIVE. Ifthese noises continue and are too distracting,
please check around your home to see what appliances may cause 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 of the base unit is fully extended if necessary.

In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting

transmissions on your XC 340, 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 the channel. Press CHANNEL
on the Handset to select the best channel for the clearest performance.

MoreThan One Cordless Telephone

If you wish to use more than onecordless telephone inyour house,they must be

operated on different channels. PressCHANNELto selectone that providesthe
clearest performance.

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General

SpecificaJions

FrequencyControl
Modulation

OperatingTemperature

BaseUnit

Receive Frequency

Transmit Frequency

PowerRequirements

Size
Weight

Handset

Receive Frequency
Transmit Frequency

PowerRequirements

Size

Weight

Crystalcontrolled transmission
FM

-10°Cto 50°C

39.775to 40.000 MHz (10 Channels)

30.075to 30.300MHz (10 Channels)

230 -240AC 50 Hz

197 mm(W)x 140mm (0) x 48 mm (H)
Approx.0.445 kgms.

30.075to 30.300MHz (10 Channels)

39.775to 40.000 MHz (10Channels)
RechargeableNi-Cd Battery Pack
55 mm (W)x 68 mm(0) x 307 mm (H)
(withantenna)
Approx. 0.283Kgms. (with battery)
Battery BT-161
Capacity 270 mAH,3.6V

Talk Mode 6 hours
Standby Mode 2 weeks

BatterySave Mode 6 weeks

Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without notice.

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WARRANTY

UNIDEN xc 340 1 YEAR WARRANTY

(Batteries and Accessories are covered for 90 Days ONLY)

Note: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty. Warranty is only valid in the
country where the product has been purchased.

WARRANTOR: UnidenAustralia Pty. Limited ACN 001865498

ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this

warranty,its XC340CordlessTelephone(hereinafterreferredtoasthe Product),to befreefrom defects

in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.

WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original retail owner only, shall terminate and be of no
further effect ONE (1) Year after the date of original retail sale. This warranty will be deemed invalid if
the product is: (A) Damaged or not maintained as reasonable and necessary, (B) Modified, altered or
used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden. (C)
Improperly in~talled, (D) Repaired by someone other than an authorised Uniden Repair Agent for a
defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or
as a part of a system not manufactured by Uniden, (F) Installed, programmed or serviced by anyone
other than an authorised Uniden Repair Agent, (G) Where the Serial Number label of the product has
been removed or damaged beyond recognition.

PARTS COVERED: This warranty covers for One year, the Base/Charging Unit and Handset only. All
accessories (Antenna, Battery, AC Adaptor, Cable, Modular Plug, etc.) are covered for 90 Days only.

STATEM ENT OF REM EDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time
while this warranty is in effect, the warrantor at its discretion, will repair the defect or replace the product
and retum it to you without charge for parts and service. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR

PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.

Uniden New Zealand Limited

WARRANTY CARD: If awarranty card has been included with this productthen please fill it in and return
to us within 14days of purchase. Your name and the Serial number of the product will then be registered
in our database and this will help us process your claim with greater speed and efficiency should you

require warranty service.

PROCEDUREFOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCEOF WARRANTY: In the event that the product
does not conform to thiswarranty,-the Product should be shipped or delivered, freight pre-paid, with
evidence of original purchase (e.g., a copy of the sales docket), to thewarrantor at:

UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED
SERVICE DIVISION
345 Princess Highway, Rockdale, NSW 2216

Ph [phone] FAX [phone]

Customers in other States should ship or deliver the Product

freight pre-paid to their nearest Uniden Authorised Repair Centre.

(Contact Uniden for the nearest Warranty Agent to you)

UNIDEN NEWZEALAND LIMITED
Corner Ti Rakau Drive and Harris Road
EastTamaki, Auckland
Ph (9) 2738383 FAX [phone]

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