Uniden XS1210 User Manual

XS1210

OWNER'S

MANUAL

OWNER'S MANUAL

Introduction

Uniden 2.4GHz cordless phones are designed and engineered to exacting standards
for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance.

NOTE:

Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some
illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit. The color of your
cordless phone may vary.

Features

• 2.4 GHz Extended Range Technology • AutoTalk

• Tone Dialing • 20 Channel Autoscan

• Last Number Redial • 10-Number Memory Dialing

• AutoStandby • Earpiece Volume Control

• Hearing Aid Compatible • Find Handset Locator

• One Touch RocketDial Number

The cordless phone features and . allows you to
answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you don't have to waste
time pushing buttons. allows you to hang up by simply returning the
handset to the base.
The true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise.

UltraClear Plus

This innovative technology, together with 20 different channels, provides you with the
best possible reception during all your conversations.
To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being
activated by other equipment, the cordless phone has digital security
which automatically selects one of 262,144 digital security codes for the handset and
base. Also, the feature electronically locks your phone when the

AutoSecure

handset is in the base.

RocketDial

is a one-touch speed dial key that automatically dials your most
important or frequently called number. The number dialed, is a preset number stored
by the user.
For more information on Uniden products and accessories, be sure to visit our web

www.uniden.com.au www.uniden.co.nz

site: or

AutoTalk AutoStandby AutoTalk

AutoStandby

Random Code

Controls and Functions

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2

3

8

13

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5

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7

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10
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15

16

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1. Handset antenna

2. Handset earpiece

talk/batt low

3. LED - indicates when

phone is in use or the battery is low

flash

4. - accesses call waiting (if

available) (p. 5)

vol/

5. - sets the ringer tone and

earpiece volume (p. 5)

redial/pause

6. - redials the last
number /adds a timed pause in a
memory dialing sequence. (p. 5, 7)

memory

7. - enters or recalls
numbers in memory (p. 6, 7)

8. Handset Microphone

talk

9. - answers or places calls (p. 5)

Rocketdial/call wait

10. - one touch
priority key/call waiting key
(Australia only) (p. 7, 5)

end

11. - hangs up a phone call /mutes
the ringing tone temporarily (p. 5)

channel

12. - selects another channel
for clearer reception (p. 5)

13. Handset charging contacts

14. Base charging contacts

find handset

15. - locates the handset
(p. 6, 8)

16. LED

charge / in use

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Included with Your Phone

• Base Unit • Handset • AC adaptor

• Rechargeable Battery • Telephone Cord Wall Mount adaptor

•

• This owner’s manual

Terminology

Throughout this manual, terms such as Standby and Talk Mode are used. Below is
the terminology explanation.

Talk Mode

• - The handset is off the base and the key has been pressed,

talk

enabling a dial tone.

Standby Mode

• - The handset may be sitting in or off the base, but is NOT in use.

talk

The key has not been pressed and there is no dial tone.

Installing the Phone

Do the following steps:

A. Choose the best location
B. Install the rechargeable battery pack into the handset
C. Connect the base unit and charge the handset
D. Mount the base unit on a wall

A. Choose the best location

When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines
you should consider:

Avoid heat sources, such as radiators,

air ducts, and sunlight

Avoid television sets and
other electronic equipment

Avoid noise sources such as a window
by a street with heavy traffic

Avoid microwave ovens

Avoid excessive moisture, extremely
low temperatures, dust, mechanical
vibration, or shock

Choose a central location

Avoid personal computers

Avoid other cordless telephones

• The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power
outlet (one which is not connected to a switch).

• The base and handset should be kept away from sources of electrical noise
such as motors and fluorescent lighting.

• The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop, or mounted on a standard wall
plate. For better reception, place the base as high as possible.

• The base should be placed in an open area for optimum range and reception.

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B. Install the rechargeable battery pack into the handset

The handset is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. The battery recharges
automatically when the handset is placed in the base unit.

NOTE:

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment
connected to the telephone line, be sure that
installing the system does not disable your alarm
equipment. If you have questions about what will
disable your alarm equipment, contact your
telephone company or a qualified installer.

1. Press down on the handset battery case cover

(use the finger indention for a better grip) and
slide the cover downward to remove.

2. Plug the battery pack connector (red & black wires) into

the jack inside the battery compartment (the connector
notches fit into the grooves of the jack only one way).
Match the wire colours to the polarity label in the battery
compartment, connect the battery and listen for a click
to insure connection.

3. Before replacing the battery cover, pull on the battery

wires slightly. If the connection is secure, the jack will
stay in place. Then place the battery case cover back on
the handset by sliding it upwards until it clicks into place.

NOTE: For optimum performance, use only the Uniden

battery (BT- 905) supplied with your phone.

C. Connect the base unit and charge the handset

1. Connect the AC adaptor to the jack

and a standard wall outlet.

2. Set the base unit on a desk or tabletop, and

place the handset in the base unit with the
keypad facing forward.

3. Make sure the LED illuminates.

If the LED does not illuminate, check to see that the
AC adaptor is plugged in and the handset makes
good contact with the base charging contacts.

NOTICE:

NOTE: • Use only the supplied AAD-210 AC adaptor.

4. Charge your handset at least

Do not place the power cord where it creates
a trip hazard or where it could become chafed and
create a fire or electrical hazard.

• Connect the AC adaptor to a continuous power supply.

• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet to avoid long extension cords.

When fully charged the battery will provide up to 7hrs talk time and 14
days standby time.

240V AC

charge/in use

Do not use any other AC adaptor.

DC IN 9V

15-20 hours before plugging the phone line.

R oute the cord.

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5. Once the handset battery pack

is fully charged, connect the
telephone line cord to the

jack and a telephone

LINE

TEL

outlet.

Australia
TelLine Adaptor (Not supplied)

D. Mount the base unit on a wall

Standard wall plate mounting

This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate.

1. Locate the base unit on the wall mount adaptor

as shown and slide the wall mount adaptor into
the notches on the base bottom with the tab
pressed.

2. Plug the AC adaptor into the jack.

3. Route the AC adaptor cord through the molded

wiring channel as shown.

4. Plug the AC adaptor into a standard

wall outlet.

5. Plug the telephone line cord into the

jack. Route the cord through the molded wiring
channel as shown.

6. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone

outlet (socket image shown is indicative only).

7. Align the mounting slots on the base with the

mounting posts on the wall. Then push in and
down until the phone is firmly seated.

DC IN 9V

240V AC

TEL LINE

2

1

3

5

7

6

7

4

Direct wall mounting

If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone
directly to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following:

• Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting

location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall.

• Try to mount your phone within 1.5m of a working phone jack to

avoid excessive cord lengths.

• Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of

the base and handset.

• Use #10 screws (minimum length of 35mm) with anchoring

devices suitable for the wall material where the base unit will be
placed.

1. Insert two mounting screws into the wall, (with their appropriate

anchoring device), 100mm apart. Allow about 3mm between
the wall and screw heads for mounting the phone.

2. Refer to steps 1 through 7 above to mount the telephone.

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3mm

100mm

35mm

Making and Receiving Calls

Making a call

1. Remove the handset from the base.

2. Press the key. The LED flashes and turns on.

3. Listen for the dial tone.

4. Dial the number.

Receiving a call

If the handset is in the base, simply remove the handset from the base. AutoTalk will
automatically answer the call.
If the handset is off the base, press the key or any number key.

Hanging up

Press the key or return the handset to the base.

Redialing the last dialed number

1. Remove the handset from the base.

2. Press the key. The LED flashes and turns on.

3. Listen for the dial tone.

4. Press the key.

Flash and Call Waiting

NOTE:

Adjusting the Ringer and Earpiece Volume

Ringer tone and volume

When the phone is in standby mode, press the key repeatedly to listen to the
four ringer tones and volume combinations. The last ringer tone heard will be
selected as the phone’s ring tone setting.

Earpiece volume

The handset earpiece volume settings (low, medium and high) can only be adjusted
during a call. Use the key to scroll through the volume levels and select the
one that works best for you. When you hang up, the phone keeps the volume
setting.

Temporarily Mute Ringer

If the handset is off the base, simply press the key to temporarily mute the
incoming ring. The ringer will sound with the next incoming call.

Travelling Out-of-Range

During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise
increases. If you pass the range limits of the base, your call will terminate within one
minute.

Selecting a Different Channel

If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the
phone’s channel for clear operation. This function works only when the phone is in
use. Press the key. The LED flashes, indicating the phone is
changing to another channel.

talk talk/batt low

talk

end

talk talk/batt low

redial/pause

If a call waiting tone sounds while you are on a call:
Australia: Press to switch

New Zealand: Press to switch between callers.

You must subscribe to call waiting through your telephone company.

vol/

channel talk/batt low

Rocketdial/call wait

between callers.

flash

vol/

end

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Find Handset

To locate the handset, press the key on the base. The handset beeps
for 60 seconds. The handset stops beeping when any key is pressed, when it is
returned to the base, or when the key is pressed. The handset also
stops beeping when an incoming call is received.

Low Battery Alert

When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the phone is
programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. If the phone is not in use,

talk/batt low

the LED flashes when the battery pack is low. If the phone is in use, the

talk/batt low

quickly as possible and return the handset to the base for charging.

LED flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as

find handset

find handset

NOTE:

• Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually
discharge over a long period of time. For optimum performance, be
sure to return the handset to the base unit after each telephone call.

• Last number dialed and numbers stored in memory locations (including
RocketDial), are retained for up to one minute while you replace the
battery pack.

Cleaning the battery charging contacts

To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts
on the handset once a month.
Dampen a cloth with plain water.
Gently rub the damp cloth over the charging contacts
until all visible dirt is removed.
Dry the contacts thoroughly before returning the handset
to the base.

Caution: Do not use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol, or other chemical
products. Doing so may discolour the surface of the telephone and damage
the finish.

Using the Speed Dial Memory and RocketDial

Storing Numbers in Speed Dial/RocketDial Memory

Your cordless phone can store up to ten numbers in the speed dial memory. An
additional number can be stored in the one-touch RocketDial memory. Store your
most frequently dialed number in the one-touch RocketDial location.

1. When the phone is in standby mode, press the key. The
LED flashes.

2. Use the keypad to enter the phone number; each number can be up to 20 digits.

memory talk/batt low

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3. If you need the phone to pause during the dialing sequence,

press the key to insert a two-second delay
between the numbers. You can enter multiple pauses to
increase the delay. Each pause counts as a digit.

4. Press the key again.

5. To store this number in the RocketDial memory, press the

Rocketdial/call wait

indicating that the number has been stored.

6. To store this number as one of the ten speed dial numbers,

enter a digit from to . If there is already a number in that
speed dial setting, it will overwrite the previously stored
number without warning. You will hear a confirmation tone
indicating that the number has been stored.

NOTE:

redial/pause

memory

key. You will hear a confirmation tone

0

9

When storing numbers into memory, if the handset is idle (i.e., no key is
pressed) for more than 30 seconds, it will beep rapidly, and the phone
will return to standby mode.

Dialing a Speed Dial Number

1. When the phone is in standby mode, press the key, and listen for a dial tone.

2. Press the key and enter the speed dial entry 9) that has the stored
number you want to dial. (If you enter a digit that does not contain a stored
number, the handset will beep rapidly, and the phone will not dial.)

memory

talk

(0-

Chain Dialing

The speed dial memory is not limited to phone numbers. You can store any number
(up to 20 digits) that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as
Chain Dialing.
For example, you can save your bank account number to speed dial memory. When
you call your bank's telephone teller service and are prompted to enter your account
number, simply press the key and the speed dial number where you stored
your account number.

memory

Making Calls With Rocketdial/call wait

When the phone is in the standby mode, simply press The
number stored in the RocketDial memory location is instantly dialed.

Rocketdial/call wait.

Erasing a Stored Number from Memory

1. With the phone in standby mode, press the key twice.

2. Press the number of the speed dial entry or the key. A tone

indicates that the stored number is erased from memory.

memory

Rocketdial/call wait

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Changing the Digital Security Code

The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and
the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary.
The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set. In the
rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security
code, you can change the code.

1. Remove the handset from the base unit. Press and hold the key on

the base.

2. While holding the key, place the handset in the base unit. Leave

the handset in the base for more than three seconds. A new random security
code is set.

NOTE: If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack

is removed, the digital security code will be lost. If this happens, a new
security code is set automatically next time the battery pack is charged.

find handset

find handset

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.

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Troubleshooting

If your cordless telephone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps
first. If these steps do not solve your problem, please visit our website www.uniden.co.au or
www.uniden.co.nz

NOTE: Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Servicing must be performed by qualified

personnel.

Symptom Suggestion

The LED won’t

charge/in use

illuminate when the handset is
placed in the base.

The audio sounds weak and/or
scratchy.

Can’t make or receive calls.

The handset doesn’t ring or
receive a page.

Severe noise interference

Liquid Damage

Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. In case of accidental submersion,
please follow these steps.

Case Action

If the handset or base is exposed
to moisture or liquid, but it only
affects the exterior plastic housing.

If moisture or liquid has entered
the plastic housing (i.e. liquid can
be heard in the phone or liquid has
entered the handset battery
compartment or vent openings on
the base).

• Make sure the AC adaptor is plugged into the base and a wall
outlet.

• Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base.

• Make sure that the charging contacts on the handset are clean.

• Move the handset and/or base away from metal objects or
appliances and try again.

• Press the key to help eliminate background noise.

• Check both ends of the telephone line cord.

• Make sure the AC adaptor is plugged into the base and a wall

• Disconnect the AC adaptor for a few minutes. Then reconnect it.

• Change the digital security code. (see page 8.)

• Make sure that the handset is not too far from the base.

• Check the dialing mode used by your telephone company.

• The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery for 15-20

• The handset may be too far away from the base.

• Move the base away from appliances or metal objects.

• Change the digital security code. (see page 8.)

• Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers,

• Move the base to another location or turn off the source of

Wipe off the liquid, and use as normal.

Handset:

1. Remove the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation.

2. Remove the battery pack by disconnecting.

3. Leave the battery cover off and the battery pack disconnected

4. Once the handset is completely dry, reconnect the battery pack

5. Recharge the handset’s battery pack for 20 hours before using again.

Base:

1. Disconnect the AC adaptor from the base unit, cutting off electrical

2. Disconnect the telephone cord from the base unit.

3. Let dry for at least 3 days.

IMPORTANT: unplug the telephone line while recharging
the battery pack
CAUTION:
DO NOT

cause permanent damage to the handset, base and the microwave
oven.After following these steps, if your cordless telephone does not
work, please visit our website www.uniden.co.au or www.uniden.co.nz

channel

outlet.

hours.

remote control toys, wireless microphones, alarm
systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights, and
electrical appliances.

interference.

for at least 3 days.

and the battery cover.

power.

You must

to avoid charge interruption.

use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process. This will

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Warranty

UNIDEN XS1210 Cordless Phone
Limited One Year Warranty

Note:
Warrantor:

Elements of Warranty:

of this warranty, its XS1210 Cordless Phone (hereinafter referred to as the Product)
to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or
exclusions set out below.

Warranty Duration:

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
installed, (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 part of a system not manufactured by Uniden, (F) Installed,
programmed or serviced by anyone other than an authorised Uniden Repair Agent,
or (G) Where the Serial Number label of the product has been removed or damaged
beyond recognition.

Parts Covered:
Accessories:

Statement of Remedy:

warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, the warrantor at its discretion,
will repair the defect or replace the product and return 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. THIS GUARANTEE IS IN ADDITION TO AND DOES NOT AFFECT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT.

Procedure for obtaining performance or warranty:

does not conform to this warranty, the Product should be shipped or delivered,
freight prepaid, with evidence of original purchase, (eg. a copy of the sales docket),
to the warrantor at:

Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty.
Uniden Australia Pty Limited ABN 58 001 865 498
Uniden New Zealand Lmited

Warranty only available in original country of purchase

Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration

This warranty to the original retail owner only, shall terminate

This warranty covers for 1 year, the Handset and Base Unit only.

Batteries, AC adaptor etc are covered for 90 days.

In the event that the product does not conform to this

In the event that the Product

UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Service Division
345 Princes Highway,
Rockdale, NSW 2216 Auckland
Fax [phone]
www.uniden.com.au www.uniden.co.nz

Customers in other states should ship or deliver the Product freight pre-paid to the
nearest Uniden Authorised Repair Centre. (Contact Uniden for the Warranty Agent
nearest you.)

UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND LTD

Service Division
150 Harris Road, East Tamaki,

Fax [phone]

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