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PRECAUTIONS

Before you read anything else,

please observe the following:

WARNING!

Uniden 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.

. 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 this Guide. Using

another charger may damage the battery or

cause the battery to explode.

.

RECHARGEABLE NICKEL-CADMIUM
BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY

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2. talkKey

3. Numeric Keypad

4. flash/functionKey

5. rediaUpauseKey

6. callerid Key

7. memKey

8. channeUdeleteKey

9. volume/cancelKey

10. Microphone

11. Pulserrone Switch

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CONTENTS

ImportantSafety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Battery Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Introduction 5

Features 5

IncludedwiththeXCI-660 6
ImportantNotes 7

Important Electrical Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Range 8
TelephoneLineProblems 8

Radiolnterference 8

More Than One Cordless Telephone. . . . . . . . . . 9

Installation 10

Selecting a Location 10

TelephoneLineOutlets 11

Connecting the Telephone Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Applying Powerto the Base Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Desk or Tabletop Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Walllnstallation 15

DirectWaIlMounting 17

Setting the Handset Retainer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SettingUpYourPhone 21

Extendingthe Antenna 21

Installing the Handset Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . .21

Cleaning the Battery Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . .. .23

Chargingthe Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

LovvBatterylndicator 25

Setting the PulsefTone Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjusting RingerControls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Automatic DigitalCode Security. . . . . . . .. . . . . 27

Setting Caller IDon Call Waiting. . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Setting the AutoTalk Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Setting the CID NumberGrouping Feature

(UsingHyphen) 30

UsingYourPhone 32

Making Calls 32

Receiving Calls 33

Answering a Call with AutoTalk Enabled. . . . . . .33

Answering a Call without AutoTalk Enabled. . . . 33

Redialingthe Last Number Called. . . . . . . .. . . . 34

Usingthe Flash Keywith Call Waiting. . . . . . . . . 34

Using Caller ID 36

TheCallerIDDisplay 36
ViewingCallsinMemory 37

Calling the Displayed Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Deleting Caller ID Messages. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .38

ProgrammingYourPhone 39

Storing a Caller ID Memory Number in Dial
Memory 39

Storing a Regular Number in Dial Memory. . . . .39

Calling a Number Stored in Memory. . . . . . . . . . 41

Editing and Deleting Numbers in Dial Memory. . 42

Troubleshooting 44
Specifications 46

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Important Safet~ Instructions

When using your telephone equipment, these basic
safety precautionsshould always be followed to

reducethe riskof fire, electrical shock, and injuryto

persons:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

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

3. Unplugthis product from the wall outlet before
cleaning, and usea dry cloth, without liquid or

aerosol cleaners.

4. Do not use this prqduct nearwater; 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 unstablecart,
stand, or table. The telephone mayfall,

causing serious damage to the unit.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the

back or bottom are providedfor ventilation. To

protectthe productfrom overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
This product should never be placed near or
over a radiatoror 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 onthe marking

label. Ifyou are notsure of the type of power
supply to your home,consult your dealeror
local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power
cord. Do not locatethis product where the
cord will be damaged by personswalking on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords, as this can result inthe risk of fire or

electrical shock.

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10. Never push objects of any kind intothis
product through cabinet slots, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a riskof fire or electric

shock. Never spill liquidof any kindon the
product.

11. To reducethe risk of electric shock, do not
disassemblethis product. Take it to qualified
service personnelwhen service or repair work
is required.Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect reassemblycan cause electric

shock when the appliance is subsequently
used.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and
referservicing to qualified service personnel
underthe following conditions:

A. When the power supplycord is damaged

or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. Ifthe product has been exposed to rainor

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 repairwork by a qualified
technician.)

E. Ifthe product has beendropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

F. Ifthe product exhibits a distinctchange in

performance.

13. Do not use the telephone to reporta gas leak
inthe vicinity of the leak.

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Battery Safety Precautions

Caution: Toreduce therisk 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 Packin 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. Exercisecare in handling the battery in order

notto short the battery withconducting
materials such as rings,bracelets, and keys.

The battery or conductor may overheat and

cause burns.

5. Charge the Battery Packprovided with or
identified for use with this product only in

accordance with the instructions and,
limitations specified inthe instruction manual

provided for this product.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation between
the Battery Packand battery charger.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the
Uniden XCI-SSO Cordless Telephone. It is

designed to exacting standards which
provide reliability, long life, and outstanding

performance.

Features

. 1030/39 MHz

Channels

. Random Code TM

DiaitalSecurity

. UltraClear Plus

. AutoSecure TM

. AutoStandbyTM
. 20-Number Memory

. 30 NumberCaller ID

Memory

. Handset Ringer/

VolumeControls

. 1-wayPage/Find

Button

. Pulseff one Dialinq
. RedialandFlashKeys
. 14Day Battery Life
. AutoTalkTM

AutoTalkTMallows you to answer a call by just

removingthe handsetfrom the Baseso you don't
haveto waste time pushing buttons or flipping
switches. AutoStandbyTMallows you hang up by

simply returningthe Handset to the Base.
The UltraClear Plusinnovative technology,together

with 10different channels, virtually eliminates
backgroundnQiseand provides you with the best
possible receptionduring all ofyour conversations.

To protect you against misbilledcalls which might
resultfrom your phone being activated by other
equipment, Random CodeTMdigital security
automatically selects one of over 65 thousand

digital security codesfor the Handsetand Base
Units.Also, the AutoSecureTMfeature electronically

locksyour phone when the Handset is in the Base.
To get the most from your phone, please read this

Operating Guidethoroughly. Also be sure to
complete the Product Registrationform and mail it

in.

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Includedwith the XCI-SSO

1Yof these items are missing or damaged,

tact the place of purchase.

Handset

relephone Cord

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Two Mounting

Screws

Base Unit

AC Adapter

(AAD-600S)

Other Printed

Material

Registration

Sheet

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Rechargeable

Battery (BT161)

Operating Guide

MAME

Memo Sticker

MAME

Im~ortant Notes

0 make use of the Caller Display Features of

lis phone you must subscribe toTelstra's

;aller Display Service.

"hismodel has been specifically designed for

he Australian market.

rhis XCI660 can display both the name and

1umberofthe calling party.
Howeverat this time, Telstra is not forwarding
the name.This feature may be available in the

future.
The Caller IDon Call Waiting feature is not

currently provided by Telstra.
This feature maybe available in the future.

Istra@"isa registered trademark of Telstra
poration Limited ACN 051 775556

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Important Electrical

Considerations

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

Warning:Please do not attempt to unplugany

aooliance durina an electricalstorm.

Caution:

Changes or modifications to this

product not expressly approved by

Uniden, or operation of this product in

any way other than as detailedby this

Operating Guide, could voidyour

authority to operate thisproduct.

Range

Your new phone isdesignedto achieve the

maximum possible range by transmitting and

receivingaccording to the highest specifications.
We have rated this phone to oper~teat a maximum

distance with the qualification that the range
depends uponthe environment inwhich the

telephone is used. Manyfactors limit range, and it
would be impossibleto includeall the variables in
our rating.The Maximum Range rating of this
phone ismeant to be used as a means of
comparison against other rangeclaims.

Telephone Line Problems

Ifyou 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 untilthe trouble has been corrected.

Radio Interference

Radio interference mayoccasionally cause buzzing
and humming in your cordless Handset,or clicking

noises in the Base Unit.This interference is caused

by external sourcessuch as TV, refrigerator,
vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical

storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. Ifthese

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noisescontinue and are too distracting, please

check around your home to see what appliances

may becausing the problem. In addition, we

recommendthat the Base not be plugged intoa
circuit that also powers a major appliance because
ofthe potential for interference. Becertain that the
antennaon the unit isfully extended when needed.

Inthe unlikely eventthat you consistently hear
othervoices or distracting transmissions on your

phone,you may be receiving radio signals from
anothercordless telephone or other source of

interference.If you cannot eliminate this type of

interference,you needto change to a different
channel.

Finally, it should be noted that some cordless
telephonesoperate at frequencies that may cause

interferenceto 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,

movingthe cordless telephone farther awayfrom
theTV or VCR will often reduce or eliminatethe

interference.

More Than One Cordless Telephone

Ifyou want to use morethan onecordless
telephone inyour home,they must operate on
differentchannels. Pressthe channel key to select
a channelthat provides the clearest

communication.

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Installation

Selecting a Location

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

consider:

. The location should be close to both a phone

jack and power outlet.

. Keep the Base Unit and Handset away from

sources of electrical noise such as motors or
fluorescent lighting.

. Be sure there issufficient space to fully extend

the Base Unit antenna.

. The Base Unit can be placed on a desk or

tabletop or mounted on a standard wall plate.

. If you decideto mountyour phone on the wall,

make sure to change the handset retainer so
that the tab which holds the Handset faces up.
(See page 19for more information.)

. You should charge your new phone for 15-20

hours before completing the installation or
usingthe Handset.

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Telephone Line Outlets

Modular Jack

Most phone equipment available now uses modular
jacks. Phonecords are fitted with a moldedplastic
connector which plugs intothis type of jack. Ifyou
do not have modular phone jacks, contaQtyour

localtelephone company for informationabout their

installation.

Connecting the Telepl:1one Cord

Considerthese safety guidelines before connecting
the telephone cord:

CAUTION:

. Never install telephone wiring during a

lightning storm.

. Never touch uninsulatedtelephone wires or

terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected.

. Usecaution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

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Applying Powerto the Base Unit

The XCI-SSO phone requires an AC outlet and
the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the
DC plug when the phone is placed on a desk or
table, connect the adapter as shown below.

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Wrap the powercord

around the convenient

notch on the bottom.

Important: Place thepower cord so that it does

not create a trip hazard, or whereit
could become chafed and create a

fire or other electrical hazards.

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Desk or Tabletop Installation

1. Place the Base on a
desk or tabletop.

2. Plug the AC Adapter

cord into the 9V DC

inputjack on the
Base Unit.

3. Placethe AC

Adapter cord around
the strain relief.

4. Plugone end of the
long telephone cord
into the TELLINEjack

on the Base Unit.

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