Uniden EXAI4248i User manual

EXAI 4248
SERIES
OWNER'S
MANUAL

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Contents
Welcome/Features 2
Controls and Functions 3
Terms Used in this Manual 4
Accessibility 5
Installing the Phone 6
A. Choose the Best Location 6
B. Install the Rechargeable Battery Pack into the Handset 7
C. Connect the Base Unit and Charge the Handset 8
D. Mount the Base Unit on a Wall 9
Installing the Beltclip 10
Headset Installation 11
Basic Setup 12
Activating AutoTalk 12
Activating Caller ID on Call Waiting 12
Entering Your Area Code 13
Choosing the Dialing Mode 14
Setting the Language 14
Selecting the Ring Tone and Volume 15
Using Your Phone 16
Making and Receiving Calls 16
Redialing the Last Dialed Number 17
Adjusting the Earpiece Volume 17
Tone Dialing Switch-over 18
Traveling Out-of-Range 18
Selecting a Different Channel 18
Find Handset 19
Using Call Waiting 19
Using the Speed Dial Memory 20
Storing Names and Numbers in Speed Dial Memory 20
Storing Caller ID Messages in Speed Dial Memory 23
Making Calls from Speed Dial Memory 24
Caller ID and CIDCW (Caller ID on Call
Waiting) 25
Viewing the Caller ID Message List 26
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List 27
Making a Call from the Caller ID List 28
Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) 28
The Integrated Answering Device 29
Setting Up Your Answering System 30
Turning the Answering System On/Off 39
Using Your Answering System 40
Handset Operation 45
Remote Operation 46
Changing the Digital Security Code 49
Note on Power Sources 50
General Information 52
Troubleshooting 53
Liquid Damage 56
Precautions & Warranty 57
I.C. Notice 59
Index 60
Remote Operation Card
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Welcome
Features • 2.4GHz Extended Range Technology
• Integrated Answering Device
• Caller ID/Caller ID on Call Waiting
• 3-Line Backlit LCD
• Access Messages with Handset Remote Key
• Trilingual Menu Displays/Voice Prompts
• 30 Caller ID Memory
• 10 Number Memory Dialing
• Last Number Redial
• Tone/Pulse Dialing
• Page/Find Handset Key
• Earpiece/Ringer Volume Controls
• Mute or Turn Ringer Off
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• 20 Channel Auto Scan
• Desk or Wall Mountable
If you have any trouble with your phone, call our Customer Hotline at 1-800-297-1023, Mon-Fri
7 am to 7 pm, Sat/Sun 9 am to 5 pm, CST. (Phone support is closed on holidays.)
For more information on Uniden products and accessories, be sure to visit our web site:
www.uniden.com
Uniden® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.
AutoTalk, AutoStandby, UltraClear Plus, Random Code, and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden
America Corporation.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden cordless telephone and answering system. This
phone is 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.
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[3] CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
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Controls and Functions
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Play
Skip
Stop
Delete
Repeat
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
1. Handset antenna
2. Jack for optional headset
3. Beltclip hole
4. Ringer speaker
5. Handset battery compartment
6. Handset earpiece
7. LCD display
8. / /vol/ (earpiece volume, ringer
volume and scroll) key (pages 12, 15 and
17)
9. Call id/menu key (pages 12 and 25)
10. */tone/ key (left cursor)
(pages 18 and 20)
11. Redial/pause key (pages 17 and 22)
12. Select/remote key (pages 12 and 45)
13. End key (pages 16 and 17)
14. Talk/flash key (pages 16 and 19)
15. Memory key (page 20)
16. #/ (right cursor) key (page 20)
17. Delete/chan key (pages 18, 20 and 27)
18. Handset microphone
19. Handset charging contacts
Retrieve TAD message
with Handset Remote keys
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TERMS USED IN THIS MANUAL [4]
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TERMS USED IN THIS MANUAL
20. DC IN 9V jack
21. Base antenna
22. Telephone line jack
23. Base speaker
24. (play/stop) key (pages 38 and 40)
25. (repeat/rewind) key (page 41)
26. Base charging contacts
27. Menu/clock key (pages 30 and 31)
28. Mic (microphone)
29. Ringer key (page 38)
30. Memo rec (record) key (page 44)
31. Greeting key (page 37)
32. Charge/in use LED
33. (delete) key (page 43)
34. (skip/fast forward) key (page 41)
35. (answer on/off) key (page 39)
36. Set key (page 30)
37. / /volume/select keys (pages 30 and 38)
38. Find hs (handset) key (pages 19 and 49)
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Terms Used in this Manual
• Standby Mode - The handset may be sitting in or off the base, but is NOT in use. The talk/flash key has
not been pressed and there is no dial tone.
• Talk Mode - The handset is off the base and the talk/flash key has been pressed, enabling a dial tone.
• CID - Caller ID
• CIDCW - Caller ID on Call Waiting
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[5] ACCESSIBILITY
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Accessibility
Uniden provides a customer service hotline for accessibility questions. If you have a disability and need customer
service assistance or if you have any questions about how Uniden's products accommodate persons with disabilities,
please call the accessibility voice/TTY line:
1-800-874-9314
A representative is available to talk to you M-F, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, CST. After hours, you can leave a message, and we
will call you back. Information is also available on our web site, www.uniden.com, under the "Accessibility" link.
ACCESSIBILITY
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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:
• 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,
microwave ovens, 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.
Avoid heat sources, such as radiators,
air ducts, and sunlight
Avoid television sets and other
electronic equipment
Choose a central 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
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.
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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.
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 colors to the polarity label in the
battery compartment, connect the battery and listen for a
click to insure connection.
3) Make sure you have a good connection by slightly pulling on
the battery wires. If the connection is secure, the battery
jack will remain in place.
4) Place the battery case cover back in the handset by sliding
it upwards until it clicks into place.
Use only the Uniden
(BT-905 or BT-1006)
rechargeable battery
pack supplied with
your cordless
telephone.
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C. Connect the Base Unit and Charge the Handset
1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a
standard 120V AC wall outlet.
2) Place the handset in the base unit with the keypad
facing forward.
3) Make sure the charge/in use 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.
• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.
• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet to avoid long extension
cords.
4) Charge your handset at least 15-20 hours before
plugging the phone line.
5) Once the handset battery pack is fully
charged, connect the telephone line cord to
the TEL LINE jack and a telephone outlet.
If your telephone outlet isn't modular,
contact your telephone company for
assistance.
Modular
•Use only the supplied
AD-314 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.
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D. Mount the Base Unit on a Wall
Standard wall plate mounting
This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate.
1) Plug the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V
jack.
2) Route the AC adapter cord through
the molded wiring channel as shown.
3) Plug the AC adapter into a standard
120V AC wall outlet.
4) Plug the telephone line cord into the
TEL LINE jack. Route the cord
through the molded wiring channel
as shown.
5) Plug the telephone line cord into the
telephone outlet.
6) 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.
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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 5 feet 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 1-3/8 inches) 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), 3-
15/16 inches apart. Allow about 1/8 of an inch between the wall and screw heads for
mounting the phone.
2) Refer to step 1 through 6 on page 9 to mount the telephone.
Installing the Beltclip
To attach the beltclip
Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks.
To remove the beltclip
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes.
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Headset Installation
Your phone may be used with an optional headset. To use this feature,
insert the headset plug into the headset jack.
Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations.
(Headsets may be purchased by visiting our website at www.uniden.com or
by calling our Parts Department. See back cover page).
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Basic Setup
There are five basic options that you will need to set up: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call
Waiting), Area Code, Dial Mode and Language.
Activating AutoTalk
AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the base. You
do not have to press any keys.
1) When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold the call id/
menu key. The following screen appears.
2) Press the select/remote key to turn AutoTalk on.
3) Press the end key to complete the setting. The handset returns to standby mode.
Activating Caller ID on Call Waiting
Caller ID allows you to see the name and number of the calling party before you answer the
phone. Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) lets you see the name and number of a call that
comes in when you are on the line.
You must subscribe to Caller ID service through your local telephone provider to use this
feature.
1) When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold the call id/
menu key. The following screen appears.
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2) Press the /vol/ key to select CIDCW .
3) Press the select/remote key to toggle and turn on Caller ID on Call
Waiting.
4) Press the end key and return the handset to the base unit to complete the setting. The
handset returns to standby mode.
Entering Your Area Code
If you can make a call by dialing only 7 digits (instead of 10), you can program your local
area code in your phone. If you get a call from within your area code, you'll only see the 7-
digit phone number. If you get a call from outside your area code, you'll see all 10 digits.
1) When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold the call id/
menu key. The following screen appears.
2) Press the /vol/ key twice to select
Area Code .
3) Press the select/remote key. If an area code was already stored,
the phone will display it.
4) Use the number keys (0 - 9) to enter the 3-digit area code. If you
make an error, use the delete/chan key to backspace.
5) Press the select/remote key. A confirmation tone sounds.
6) Press the end key to complete the setting. The handset returns to standby mode.
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Choosing the Dialing Mode
Your phone can communicate with the telephone network in two different ways: tone dialing
and pulse dialing. These days, most phone networks use a method called tone dialing, so
your phone comes programmed for tone dialing.
If your phone company uses pulse dialing, you'll need to change your phone's dial mode.
There's an easy way to tell: try making a call. If your call connects, your phone's setting is
fine. If not, follow the steps below:
1) When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold the call id/
menu key. The following screen appears.
2) Press the /vol/ key three times to select Dial .
3) Press the select/remote key to set the phone to pulse dialing.
4) Press the end key to complete the setting. The handset returns to
standby mode.
Setting the Language
You can change the language the menu display uses. Choose from English, French, or
Spanish.
1) When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold the call id/
menu key. The following screen appears.
2) Press the /vol/ key four times to select
Language .
If your phone system
requires pulse dialing
and you need to send
DTMF tones during a
call, you can
temporarily switch over
to tone dialing. (Refer
to “Tone Dialing Switch-
over” on page 18.)
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3) Press the select/remote key to select Eng , Fr. or Esp.
4) Press the end key to complete the setting. The handset returns to
standby mode.
Selecting the Ring Tone and Volume
Your phone has five different ringer tone/volume combinations you can choose from.
1) With the phone in standby mode, press the /vol/ or /vol/ key.
2) The phone will sound the different ring tones at different volumes. To turn the ringer off,
select
Ringer Off .
3) When the phone sounds the ring tone and volume you wish to use, press the end key.
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Using Your Phone
Making and Receiving Calls
Making a call
1) Remove the handset from the base.
2) Press the talk/flash key.
3) Listen for the dial tone.
4) Dial the number.
OR
1) Remove the handset from the base.
2) Dial the number.
3) Press the talk/flash key.
Receiving a call
1) Remove the handset from the base. (If AutoTalk is on, the phone will automatically
answer the call when you pick it up.)
2) Press the talk/flash key.
OR
1) If the handset is off the base, press the talk/flash key, the*/tone/ key, the #/ key
or any number key. (AutoTalk is on.)
Hanging up
Press the end key or return the handset to the base.
USING YOUR PHONE
To turn on the AutoTalk
feature, see “Activating
AutoTalk” on page 12.
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Redialing the Last Dialed Number
1) Remove the handset from the base.
2) Press the talk/flash key.
3) Listen for the dial tone.
4) Press the redial/pause key.
OR
1) Remove the handset from the base.
2) Press the redial/pause key.
3) Press the talk/flash key.
Adjusting the Earpiece Volume
To change the earpiece volume, press the /vol/ or
/vol/ key during a call.
Temporarily Mute Ringer
If the handset is off the base while an incoming call is
ringing, simply press the end key to mute the incoming
ring. The ringer will sound with the next incoming call.
You can only mute the
handset ringer if the
handset is off the base
when the phone starts
ringing.
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The UltraClear PlusTM
true compander circuitry
virtually eliminates
background noise. This
innovative technology,
together with 20
different channels,
provides you with the
best possible reception
during all your
conversations.
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Tone Dialing Switch-over
If your telephone company requires pulse dialing, you can
switch over to tone dialing after the call connects. This
feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use any
automated menu systems, such as telephone bank tellers,
telephone prescription refills, customer support menus,
etc.
If your phone is set to pulse dialing mode, make your call
normally. Once your call connects, press the*/tone/
key. Any digits you enter from then on will be sent as
tone digits. When this particular call ends, the phone
automatically returns to pulse dialing mode.
Traveling 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. While using your phone, press the delete/chan key. Scanning
appears on the display, indicating the phone is changing to another channel. For more
information on interference, refer to "Radio Interference" on page 58.
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Find Handset
To locate the handset, press the find hs key on the base.
The handset beeps for 60 seconds.
To cancel paging, press any key on the handset or the
find hs key on the base, or return the handset to the
base.
Paging is also canceled when the phone receives an
incoming call.
Using Call Waiting
If you have Call Waiting, you can receive calls while on the
line.
1) If a call comes in while you are on the phone, you will
hear a call waiting tone. If you have CIDCW activated,
you will see the name and number of the incoming caller.
2) Press the talk/flash key to accept the waiting call. After
a short pause, you will hear the new caller.
3) To return to the original caller, press the talk/flash key
again.
You must subscribe to Call Waiting through your local telephone company.
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