Uniden DSS7815 Series User manual

Series Owners Manual
OWNER'S MANUAL
DSS7815/DSS7815 +1

WELCOME/ FEATURES 2
TERMINOLOGY 3
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS 4
DISPLAY AND ICONS 6
SOFT KEY FUNCTION 8
GETTING STARTED 9
BASICS 27
PHONEBOOK 35
CALLER ID 43
MULTI- HANDSET FEATURES 50
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 53
TROUBLESHOOTING 57
MEMORY LIST 60
INDEX 63
Setting up the Phone 9
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall 12
Expanding Your Phone 14
Connecting the Charger 14
Register the Handset 15
Main Menu Options 16
Setting Menu Options 17
Making and Receiving Calls 27
Call Waiting 29
Placing a Call on Hold 29
Redialing a Call 30
Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece
and Speaker Volume 31
Temporarily Muting the Ringer 31
Mute Microphone 32
Traveling Out of Range 33
Privacy Mode 33
Using One Touch Voice Mail Access 34
Phonebook (Storing Phone Numbers, Names,
Distinctive Rings and Speed Dial) 35
Chain Dialing 36
Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters 37
Viewing the Phonebook 39
Making Calls Using the Phonebook 40
Speed Dialing 40
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number,
Distinctive Ring and Speed Dial 41
Copying Phonebook Locations 42
Caller ID and CIDCW
(Caller ID on Call Waiting) 43
Viewing the Caller ID List 45
Deleting a Caller ID Message 46
Using the Caller ID Message List 48
Multi- Handset Features 50
Using DirectLink Mode 50
3- Way Conferencing 51
Intercom/ Call Transfer Feature 51
Changing the Digital Security Code 53
Find Handset 53
Installing the Beltclip 53
Headset Installation 53
Note on Power Sources 54
General Information 56
Troubleshooting 57
Liquid Damage 61
WARRANTY 66
Contents
[1]

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden single (DSS7815) or dual (DSS7815+1)
handset cordless phone.
This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and
outstanding performance.
• 5.8GHz Digital Expandable
• 10 Multi- Handset Expandability
• Hands- Free Duplex Speakerphone in the Handset
• Caller ID*
programmable Memory Locations
• Intercom/ Call Transfer Between Handsets**
• 20 Distinctive Ring Options (10 ringer tones and 10 melody ringers)*
• Mute and Hold Features
• Direct Link Mode**
• Room/ Baby Monitoring**
• Battery Level Indicator
• Clock Display
• Animation Displays
* Requires subscription to Caller ID service provided by Network supplier. There is
usually a fee for this service.
** Requires the use of multiple handsets.
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for
explanation purposes.
• 100
Welcome
Features
[2]

This series features and AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the
handset from the cradle so you don't have to waste time pushing buttons. Auto Standby
allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the cradle.
Be sure to visit our web site:
- The handset is not in use, and or has not been pressed. No
dial tone is present.
- The hand set is not in the cradle, and or has been pressed,
enabling a dial tone. appears on the display.
AutoTalk AutoStandb
talk/flash speaker
talk/flash speaker
y
www.uniden.com.au or www.uniden.co.nz
• Standby Mode
• Talk Mode
.
To protect you against mis-billed calls that might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, this
series has digital security, which automatically selects one of more than 10,00 0,000 digital
security codes for the handset and base. Digital Spread Spectrum Technology uses a wider frequency band than
standard digital transmissions. The result is a more secure conversation with the clarity of digital sound, extended
range, and minimal interference from other cordless phones.
Built in sound quality which provides life-like conversations.
With mode, you can use 2 or more handsets as radio transceivers (walkie-talkies).
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Terminology
Talk
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1
4
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12 19
20
14
17
18
15
16
13
1. Handset Antenna
2. Beltclip Hole
3. Speakerphone Speaker and Ringer
4. Handset Battery Compartment
5. New Message LED
6. Handset Earpiece
7. LCD Display
8. Keys (P.8)
9. (volume up/down) (P.31 & 17)
10 (P.37)
11. (P.27)
12. (P.51 & 29)
13. Headset Jack Cover
14. (P.28 & 29)
15. (P.28)
16. (P.45)
17 (P.37)
18. (P.35)
19. Handset Microphone
20. Handset Charging Contacts
soft
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/tone/<
speaker
intcom/hold
talk/ flash
end
cid
#/>
phonebook
.
.
Controls & Functions
[4]

21. Base Charging Contacts
22. Base Antenna
23. Charge LED
24. (P.53)
25. Jack
26. Jack
find handset
DC IN 9V
TEL LINE
[5]

Display and Icons
Example of the standby mode display
Handset
Ringer off icon (when the ringer is off)/Day of the week and time /battery icon
Handset ID and Banner
Number of new Caller ID calls received
ICON Appears During DESCRIPTION
Standby/Talk icons indicate the handset battery status.
This icon cycles depending on the battery status (full,
medium, low, and empty).
Standby off icon indicates that ringer is turned off.
Talk The icon appears when you mute the handset.
Talk The con appears when the handset
speaker phone is used.
Talk The icon appears when the Privacy Mode
is turned on.
Battery
Ringer
Mute
Speaker i
Privacy
SUN 12:00A
Handset #1
New CID: 5
REDIAL MENU
[6]

Animation Displays
The handsets have a variety of animation displays. Below are examples of the animation screens and
what they mean:
Turning on the phone Hanging up the phone Confirmation (Done!) Deleting (Deleted!)
Making a call Find Handset/Paging the Handset
Also, the animation display changes depending on the ringer volume setting.
Out of Range Unavailable Low Battery
Welcome!
Please wait.....
1:53
End Done! Deleted!
Talk
1:54
MUTE PRIVACY
Paging
REDIAL MENU
Ringer Volume
REDIAL MENU
Ringer Volume
REDIAL MENU
Ringer Volume
REDIAL MENU
Out Of Range
REDIAL MENU
Unavailable Low Battery
[7]
REDIAL MENU

Soft Key Function
"Soft" keys are keys that change function during the operation of the phone. There are three soft keys on each
handset.
- Access the main menu - Access stored Caller ID messages
- Set up CIDCW options - Redial one of the last three numbers dialed from the handset
- Store or edit phone numbers - Access Voice mail waiting
The soft keys will not appear while the handsets charging.
The function of each soft key is determined by the icon that appears directly above it. For example, when the
handset is in standby mode, pressing soft key 1 will redial the last dialed number. When the handset is in talk
mode, pressing soft key 1 will mute the microphone.
Complete information on the features controlled by the soft keys can be found under each feature.
Soft Keys allow you to:
Note:
In standby mode In talk mode
REDIAL MENU MUTE PRIVACY
Talk
0:00
SUN 12:00A
Handset #1
New CID: 5
[8]

Setting up the Phone
Do the following steps:
A. Choose the best location
B. Connect the base unit
C. Install the rechargeable battery pack into the handset
D. Connect the charger
E. Mount the base unit on a wall
Here are some important guidelines you should consider:
A. Choose the best location
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
Avoid personal computers
Avoid other cordless telephones
Avoid heat sources, such as
radiators, air ducts, and sunlight
Avoid television sets and
other electronic equipment
Choose a central location
For maximum
range:
!
!
!
Keep the antenna
free of obstruction.
When the handset
is not in use place
the handset in an
upright position.
Do not hold the
handset where you
would block the
signal.
[9]

B. Connect the base unit
1) Connect the AC adapter to the jack
and to a standard 240VAC wall outlet. Connect
the AC adapter to a continuous power supply
(i.e., an outlet that is not controlled by a switch).
2) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place
the handset in the base unit. Place the base
unit close to the AC outlet so that you can
unplug the AC adapter easily.
3) Make sure that the charge LED illuminates. If
the LED does not illuminate, check to see that
the AC adapter is plugged in and the handset
makes good contact with the base charging
contacts.
4) After install the battery pack in the handset,
charge your handset for at least 15-20 hours
before plugging into the phone line.
5) Once the handset battery pack is fully charged,
connect the telephone line cord to the
jack and to a telephone outlet. If your telephone
outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone
company for assistance.
DC IN 9V
TEL LINE
!
!
Use only the
supplied [AAD-
041S] AC adapter.
Do not use any
other AC adapter.
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.
[10]
GETTING STARTED

C. 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. To maximize the charge capacity of your battery pack,
DO NOT plug the telephone cord into the base
unit and wall jack until the battery is fully charged.
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) Turn the battery pack so that the connector with the
red and black wires is near the jack inside the battery
compartment. Match the connector's wire colors to the
polarity label in the battery compartment (the connector
notches fit into the grooves of the jack only one way).
Push the battery pack connector into the jack until it
clicks into place.
3) Make sure you have a good connection by gently pulling
on the battery wires. If the connection is secure, the battery
jack will remain in place.
4) Place the battery case cover back on the handset and
slide it upwards until it clicks into place.
!
!
Use only the
Uniden (BT-446)
rechargeable
battery pack
supplied with your
cordless
telephone.
Replacement
battery packs are
available. See our
website for
information.
www.uniden.com.au
www.uniden.co.nz
[11]

Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall
Standard wall plate mounting
DC IN 9V
TEL LINE
240V AC
This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate.
1) Make the AC adapter and the telephone line cord through
the hole on the wall mount adapter.
2) Plug the AC adapter into the jack.
3) Plug the telephone line cord into the jack.
4) Slide the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base.
5) Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.
Hook the cord on the notch of the wall mount adapter.
6) Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone outlet.
Hook the cord on the notch of the wall mount adapter.
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. To remove, push up a tab on the wall
mount adapter as shown.
[12]
GETTING STARTED

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 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 anchors). 100mm
apart. Allow about 3mm between the wall
and screw heads for mounting the phone.
2) Refer to steps 1 through 7 on page 12 to
mount the telephone.
!
!
!
!
3mm
100mm
35mm
[13]

Expanding Your Phone
10 Handsets Expandability
DCIN 9V
240V AC
Your phone supports up to 10 handsets,
including any handsets supplied with your
phone. You can now place a fully-
featured cordless handset anywhere
AC power is available to connect the
handset charger. Up to 2 handsets can be used in DirectLink Mode or on an
intercom call without interfering with incoming calls. If possible to have a 3-way conference
among 2 handsets and an outside line. All of handsets ring when a call
is received.
1) Connect the AC adapter to the jack and to
a standard wall outlet.
2) Set the charger on a desk or tabletop, and place the
handset in the charger with
the keypad facing forward. (See“C. Install the
rechargeable battery pack into the handset”
on page 11).
IMPORTANT: If you purchase a DSS7805 extra handset, please register the handset to
the original/main base before use. The DSS7805 will not operate until it is registered. If
you change a global setting in one handset, you change that particular setting for all
registered handsets. All other settings (not included under Global Setup) must be set
separately through each handset.
Connecting the Charger
!Charge the
handset battery
pack for at least
15-20 hours before
using your new
cordless telephone
for the first time.
[14]
GETTING STARTED

!An extra
handset can be
registered
when the main
base is in standby
mode.
If you have
purchased the
DSS7815+1 your
extra handset
would have been
pre-registered at
factory as
handset 2.
!
Register the Handset
If you purchase an extra handset, you need to register the handset before use. Only one
handset can be registered at a time.
Handsets supplied with the phone are registered to the base by
the factory. When charged, pre- registered handsets display a
handset ID number. Handsets that have not been registered
display . When
you register an extra handset to the base, the handset ID will be
assigned.
1) Before registering the extra handset, the battery
pack MUST be charged for 15-20 hours.
2) Place the extra handset in the main
base unit to begin registration.
3) While the handset is registering,
will appear in
the LCD.
When is
displayed, the handset has been
registered to the base.
If appears,
please try these steps again.
Place handset on main base to register
Handset Registering
Registration Complete
Registration Failed
Place handset
on main base
to register
Registration
Complete
[15]

!
!
For Global
Setup and
Deregister HS
menu options,
make sure the
line is not in use
and the handsets
are within range
of the base.
Main menu flow
chart is provided
on page 64.
Main Menu Options
Your phone has five main menu options:
and .
DirectLink Mode, Room/Baby Monitor,
Handset Setup, Global Setup Deregister HS
Default Settings
The default settings set from the factory match the features that most people use.
You may not need to change them. However, there are a number of options you
must set and entries you must make in memory to take full advantage of all the phone
features. The table below lists the default settings.
Function Default Settings Function Default Settings
Edit Voice Mail Day & Time SUN 12:00 AM
Ringer Tone Flicker
Distinctive Ring On
Auto Talk On
Anykey Answer On
Banner “ “
Contrast level 5
Key touch tone On
Animation Screen On
None(Aus)/ 083210(NZ)
CIDCW Off
Insert O On (NZ)/Off (AUS)
Name Tagging On
[16]
GETTING STARTED

!You must have at
least two handsets
to use Direct Link
Mode.
Setting Menu Options
Using the interface
Below are some tips for using the software interface on your phone.
• Press the soft key to access the main menu.
• Use and to scroll through options.
• Press the soft key to make a selection.
• Press the soft key to return to the previous screen.
• Press to exit the menu.
In DirectLink mode, a pair of handsets can function as two-way radios. DirectLink
Mode allows two handsets to communicate with each other without the base unit or
a telephone line. Use them at sporting events or while shop ping to stay in contact
with family members or friends. You must set both handsets to DirectLink Mode to activate
this feature.
1) Press the soft key and select the DirectLink
Mode menu.
appears.
2) Press the soft key to enter DirectLink mode.
You will hear a confirmation tone, and appears.
3) To return to normal mode, press the soft key and then the soft
key, or return the handset to the cradle.
MENU
OK
BACK
MENU
ENTER
CANCEL OK
/vol/ /vol/
end
DirectLink Mode
Using DirectLink Mode
To enter DirectLink mode press
[ENTER]
DirectLink Mode Complete
BACK OK
Directlink Mode
Room Monitor
Handset Setup
BACK ENTER
To enter
Directlink mode
press [ENTER]
[17]

!
!
This feature only
works when the
handset(s) is
within the range
of the base.
You must have at
least two handsets
to use Room/
Baby Monitor.
Room/Baby Monitor
This feature allows you to monitor
sounds in another room. Place a
handset in the room you wish to
monitor; it will function as a
microphone. A second handset can
be set to function as a remote
speaker, allowing you to monitor
sounds in the room.
1) Press the soft key and select the
Room Monitor menu.
appears.
2) Select the handset you want to monitor by using
3) Press the soft key. appears, and you hear sounds in the
room where the handset is installed.
4) To turn off the Room Monitor, press the soft key, or
Using Room/Baby Monitor
MENU
or .
OK
END
To Room Monitor
Room Monitor
.
/vol/ /vol/
end
END
Room Monitor
<- -> Handset # 2
[18]
GETTING STARTED

Handset Setup
The following submenu options must be set separately for each handset.
1) Press the soft key. Select the Handset Setup menu, and
then the Edit Voice Mail submenu. appears.
2) Enter your personal access number using the number keypad
9) , the soft key, or the soft key
(up to 20 digits).
3) Press the soft key. You will hear the confirmation tone. To delete the current Voice Mail Access
Number, delete all numbers in step 2 using the soft key and the soft key.
Programming your Voice Mail Access Number
MENU
/<, > DELETE PAUSE
OK
DELETE OK
Edit V_mail No.
(0 ,
Ringer Tone lets you choose from 10 ringer tones or 10 melodies:
(Flicker, Clatter, Soft Alert, Wake Up, Light Bug, Beep Boop, Tone Board, Chip Chop, Party
Clap, Reminder)
(Beethoven's Symphony #9 [Beethoven9], For Elise [Elise], We Wish You A Merry
Christmas [Merry-Xmas], Home Sweet Home [Hm Swt Hm], Lorri Song #6 [Lorri Song], When Irish Eyes
Are Smiling [Irish Eyes], Aura Lee, Let Me Call You Sweet Heart [Sweet heart], Waltzing Matilda [W
Matilda], Old MacDonald [Old MacDld])
*/tone #/
- Ringers
- Melodies
Selecting a Ringer Tone
You must set the separate ringer tone on each handset.
1) Press the soft key. Select the Handset Setup menu, and
hen the Ringer Tone submenu.
2) Press to move the pointer. You will hear
the ringer or melody as you scroll through the options.
3) When you reach the ringer tone you want, press the soft key.
You will hear a confirmation tone.
MENU
or
OK
/vol/ /vol/
DELETE
Edit V_mail No.
PAUSE OK
BACK OK
Ringer Tones
Clatter
Flicker
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