Uniden DS 815 User manual

GUIDE
Digital Spread Spectrum
provides the longest range,
the clearest sound
and the best privacy.
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DS
815

This symbol indicates
important operating and
servicing instructions.
PRECAUTIONS
INSTALLATION & SAFETY
Choosing the best location for your DS815
When choosing a location for your phone there are a number of appliances the phone
should not be near, and areas you should avoid.
AVOID -
Television sets and
other electronic
appliances AVOID -
Microwave
ovens
AVOID -
Computers
AVOID -
Moisture
AVOID -
Other Cordless
phones
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AVOID -
Connecting
more than
phones as Ringing
may be impaired.
CHARGE -
the new phone
for 15 - 20 hrs
and raise the
antenna before
making a call. DON’T -
overload the
power oulet. AVOID -
moisture
CHOOSE -
a central location
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(ii)
This page is a very condensed version of the Owners Manual. It is designed
to allow you to get your phone installed and operating as quickly as possible
- however it does not attempt to explain any of the advanced features of the
DS815.
Installing
the Base Unit
Plug the phone jack into the Base
Unit, then into the telephone
connector to the wall.
Plug the power cable into the Base
Unit, then into the wall outlet.
Australia
Phone socket
Power point
New Zealand
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NOTE
Use only the Uniden AC
Adaptor supplied with
this unit.
Make sure the AC
Adaptor remains
switched on at all times.

Storing a Number
Please refer to pages 10 & 11 for details of how to store numbers in your phone’s memory
and how to call stored numbers.
Making a Call
Handset on Base Unit:
Remove the handset from the base and speak
(Auto Talk).
Handset off the Base Unit:
Pick up the handset, press and speak.
To hang up - press again or place the
handset on the base unit.
Answering a Call
Pick up the handset and press .
Dial the phone number
OR
Dial the phone number - then press .
To hang up - press
OR
Place the handset on the base Unit.
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talk
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Position the battery in the compartment and
slide the cover into place.
Installing the
Handset Battery
Press the battery cover and slide it off.
Connect the battery plug to the socket at the
rear of the battery compartment.
Make sure the plug is the right way
round.
The RED and BLACK battery wires must
match the RED and BLACK printed on the
phone case for the plug to fit properly.
Press firmly until it clicks into place.
Place the handset on the base Unit and
charge it uninterrupted for 20 hours.
ION
fire,
T860
BLACK
RED
NOTE

CONTENTS
CONTENTS
OF YOUR OWNERS MANUAL
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Installation & Safety
Quick Start Guide
Contents
Controls & Functions
Introduction
Welcome
Features
Included in your Package
Battery Maintenance
Battery use time (per charge)
When the Battery Charge becomes Low
Cleaning the Battery Contacts
Adjusting the Ringer and Earpiece Volume
Installing the Belt Clip
Headset Installation
Using Your New Phone
Making and Receiving Calls
Call Transfer
Redialling a Call
Travelling out of Range
Keylock / Unlock
Call Waiting / Flash
Storing Phone Numbers and Names
Making Calls with Memory Dialing
Editing a Stored Name and Phone Number
Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number
Paging
Registration
Caller ID.
Options - Dial Prefix
Troubleshooting
Warranty
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CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
Headset jack
Belt clip slot
Battery compartment
Memory key
Talk key
Redial/Pause key
Handset aerial
Handset speaker
Display screen
Flash/Reg key
CID key
Volume control keys
Numeric keypad
Delete/Page key
Select key
Handset Microphone
Options key
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Charging contacts
Base unit aerial
Status LED
Page key
Telephone line
DC In 9V
Registration key
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Rear of Base Unit
Top of Base Unit
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DIGITAL SPREAD SPECTRUM
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FEATURES
WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DS815 cordless telephone. This
phone is designed for reliability, long life and outstanding performance utilising
the latest in 900 MHz Digital Spread Spectrum Technology.
TO YOUR NEW PHONE
900MHz Digital Spread Spectrum Technology
Multi-Handset operation
Caller ID Function
60 Number Caller ID Memories
Backlit Keypad
3-Line, 16 Character Backlit Handset Display
32 Digit Redial
3 Redial Memories
Flash
Pause
10 Days Standby Battery Life
4.5 Hours Talk Time
Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
Hearing Aid Compatible
Name Tagging
29 Alpha Numeric Speed Dial Memories
INTRODUCTION
If any of these items are
missing or damaged, contact
your place of purchase.
NOTE
Handset
Base
Rechargeable Battery
AC Adaptor
Telephone Cord
Australian Telephone Cord Adaptor
Belt Clip
Owner’s Manual
Consumer Support Card
INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE
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Use only the genuine
Uniden Battery supplied
with your phone.
Replacement batteries are
also available through the
Uniden Parts Department.
The built-in memory
backup can hold numbers
and names stored in the
memory even if the
battery pack is completely
discharged.
NOTE
NOTE
Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged
Four and half hours continuous use.
Ten days when the handset is in the standby mode.
A full charge will take at least 12 hours if Low Battery is displayed - however the
phone will be ready for a short call after one hour.
When the battery charge becomes low
If the phone is not in use, Low Battery flashes and none of the keys will operate if the
phone is in use, Low Battery flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation
as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging.
You cannot over charge the battery.
You may return the handset to the charger after each call or when the battery is low.
Cleaning the battery contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the battery contacts on the handset
and base unit with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about once a month.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
Low Battery
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Genuine Handset Batteries
The high quality rechargeable batteries supplied with your phone perform for up to
two years or more. In order to enjoy the best performance from your phone, we
recommend you replace your batteries every two years with a genuine Uniden Battery.
Simply order a replacement battery from:
Uniden Australia PTY Limited Uniden New Zealand Limited
Service Division Service Division
Toll Free: 1300 366 895 Toll Free: 0800 4 UNIDEN (0800 4 864 336)
www.uniden.com.au www.uniden.co.nz

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ADJUSTINGTHERINGERANDEARPIECEVOLUME
Ringer tone and volume
The phone has four ringer tone and volume
combinations.
In the standby mode, press or on the
handset repeatedly.
The display shows the setting.
RINGER A HIGH
Earpiece volume
Pressing or during a call will change the
earpiece volume of the handset. The telephone will
keep this setting for all calls and display the setting
for each call.
Loud High Mid Low
TALK LOUD 1
To attach the belt clip
To remove the belt clip
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
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Gently pull one side of the belt clip
to release.
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Press the belt clip against the rear of the
handset until it clicks into place.
If you are using an
optional headset, you
must still use the handset
keypad for phone
operations.
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headset
jack
Your phone may be used with an optional
headset.
To use this feature, simply plug the headset
into the headset jack.
HEADSET INSTALLATION