Uniden EXL 8945 User manual

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Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXL 8945 cordless telephone.
This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide
reliability, long life and outstanding performance.
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.
• 900 MHz Extended range
• Secure Digital Transmission
• Long Distance Manager
• 20 Number Memory (10 on the base and 10 on the handset)
• 32 Digit Redial
• Redial, Flash and Pause
• Pulse / Tone Dialing
• 7 Day Standby Battery Life
• 7 Hour Talk Time
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
• Speakerphone
• 3-Way Conference Operation
• Dual Keypad Operation
• Intercom
Features
Introduction
INTRODUCTION
TO YOUR NEW PHONE
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memory
speaker muteLong Dst
speaker statuspower
m1 m2 m3 m4
redial/p
int'com
flash
LONG DISTANCE MANAGER
DIGITAL 900MHz
talk Long
Dst
mute memory flash
talk batt mute
abc def
jklghi
mno
tuvpqrs
oper
tone
wxyz
213
546
879
0
redial/p int'com ringer chan
extended range
LONG DISTANCE MANAGER
vol
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Controls and functions
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VOLUME
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40 41 42 43
1. Handset antenna
2. Headset jack cover
3. Handset battery compartment
4. Handset ring switch
5. Handset earpiece
6. Talk/Battery LED
7. Talk key
8. Volume down key
9. Flash key
10. Tone key
11. Redial/Pause key
12. Intercom key
13. Handset microphone
14. Mute LED
15. Volume up key
16. Long Distance Manager key
17. Memory key
18. Mute key
19. Channel key
20. Ringer Select key
21. Handset contact
22. Base microphone
23. Handset retainer clip storage
24. Power LED
25. Long Distance Manager key
26. One touch dial (m1 - m4) key
27. Base contact
28. Tone key
29. Base speaker
30. Speaker LED
31. Status LED
32. Base antenna
33. Mute key
34. Speaker key
35. Memory key
36. Redial/Pause key
37. Intercom key
38. Flash key
39. Base speaker volume adjust
40. Ring volume switch
41. Pulse-Tone switch
42. DC power input
43. Phone jack
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Introduction / Features...............inside front cover
Control and Functions................inside front cover
Getting Started
Read this first..........................................................3
Step 1: Checking the package contents ...............4
Step 2: Setting up the base unit ...........................5
Mounting the base unit on a wall ...........8
Step 3: Preparing the battery pack.....................10
Basics
Making a call ........................................................12
Using the Long Distance Manager (LDM) ..........13
Receiving a call ....................................................15
Adjusting ringer and earpiece volume ..............16
Redialing a call .....................................................17
Using the speakerphone......................................18
Mute ......................................................................19
Memory Dialing
Storing phone numbers .......................................20
Making calls with memory dialing......................21
Erasing a stored phone number..........................22
3-way Conference Features
3-way conferencing..............................................23
Using your EXL 8945 intercom............................24
Transferring a call.................................................25
Additional Information
Changing the digital security code......................26
Installing the beltclip............................................27
Headset installation ..............................................27
Note on power sources .......................................28
Maintenance..........................................................28
Troubleshooting..................................................29
Specifications.......................................................30
Index .....................................................................31
Contents
Getting Started
Basics
Memory Dialing
3-way
Conference
Features
Additional
Information
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Index
CONTENTS
OF YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL
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This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps;
Read this first
GETTING STARTED
Step 1 (page 4)
Unpack the telephone and accessories.
Step 2 (page 5 to 9)
Next, choose the best location to set
up the base unit.
Base unit
Step 3 (page 10 to11)
Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.
You have to charge the battery pack for more
than 12-15 hours before using the phone.
Handset
About the digital security code
This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent
unauthorized access to your base unit. This security code prevents
other cordless handsets from making calls through your base unit.
A random security code will be assigned automatically between
your base unit and handset when you charge the battery pack for
the first time.
If you want to reset the security code, see page 26.
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Make sure you have received the following items in the package.
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden
Parts Department (see below).
• Base unit • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420)
• Rechargeable
battery pack
(BT-905)
• Telephone line
cord (2)
• Wall mount adapter
• Beltclip
• This Owner's Manual
• Precautions and Important Safety Instructions
• Registration Card
Uniden Parts Department
[phone]
Hours: M-F 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.
Checking the package contents
• Memo sticker
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Do the following steps.
• Choose the best location
• Connect the base unit
• Choose the dialing mode
Choose the best location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS
AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure. Here are some
important guidelines you should consider:
• You should charge your handset for 12-15 hours before using the
phone.
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous
a power outlet which is not switchable.
• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise
such as motors and fluorescent lighting.
• Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna fully
vertical.
• The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop or mounted on a
standard wall plate.
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
Avoid personal
computers
Avoid other cordless
telephones
Choose a central location
Setting up the base unit
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Connect the base unit
If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 8.
To AC outlet
To telephone outlet
To TEL LINE
To DC IN 9V
AC adapter
(supplied)
Telephone line cord
(supplied)
1
2
Route the cord.
Place the power cord so it
does not create a trip
hazard, or where it could
become chafed and create
a fire or electrical hazard.
1Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to
a telephone outlet.
2Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a
standard 120V AC wall outlet.
3Set the base unit on a desk or
tabletop and place the handset
on the base unit.
Then raise the antenna to a
vertical position.
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Use only the supplied AD-420 AC
adapter. Do not use any other AC
adapter.
Connect the AC adapter to a
continuous power supply.
If your telephone outlet isn't modular,
contact your telephone company for
assistance.
Polarity of the plug
Modular
Choose the dialing mode
Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE switch as
follows:
If your dialing system is Set the switch to
Tone TONE
Pulse PULSE
If you aren't sure of your dialing system
Make a trial call with the TONE/PULSE switch set to TONE .
If the call connects, leave the switch as is; otherwise, set to
PULSE .
PULSE TONE
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Standard wall plate mounting
This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall
plate.
1Snap the wall mount
adapter into the
notches on the base.
2Plug the telephone
line cord to the
TEL LINE jack and the
AC adapter to the
DC IN 9V jack.
3Plug the telephone
line cord into the
telephone outlet.
4Wrap the AC adapter
cord inside the
molded wiring
channel. Then wrap
the cord around the
strain relief notch.
5Plug the AC adapter
into a standard
120V AC wall outlet.
6Raise the antenna to a
vertical position.
7Align the mounting
slots on the base with
the mounting posts on
the wall. Push in and
down until the phone
is firmly seated.
1
AC adapter
Wall plate
AC outlet
2
4
7
7
5
3
6
2 - 7
Mounting the base unit on a wall
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Direct wall plate 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 10 - 15 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.
1Insert two mounting screws
into the wall, (with their
appropriate anchoring device),
3-15/16 inches apart. Allow
about 3/16 of an inch between
the wall and screwheads for
mounting the phone.
2Refer to steps 1 through 9 on
page 8 and 9 to mount the
telephone.
TOP
3/16 in.
3-15/16 in.
8On the base unit, pull the
handset retainer out of the slot.
Rotate it clockwise 180
degrees.
9Flip the retainer from front to
back. Slide it back into the slot
so that the lip of the retainer is
up and the oval is down. The
retainer holds the handset in
place.
Handset retainer
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Charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before you start
using your phone.
1Press the battery cover release.
2Connect the battery pack
connector with the correct
polarity (black and red wires),
then insert the battery pack
into the battery compartment.
3Slide the battery cover forward
until it snaps into place.
4Place the handset on the base.
Make sure that the “
status ”
LED of the base unit lights, and
charging begins. Charge the
battery for at 12-15 hours.
You can place either side up
for charging the battery.
status LED
Red
Black
Use only Uniden Battery
BT-905.
Preparing the battery pack
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Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged
• Seven hours coutinuous use.
• Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode.
When the battery charge becomes low
When the voltage of battery pack in the handset is very low and
needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate
functions in order to save power. If the battery charge becomes low
Battery lamp blinks. If the phone is in use, the handset beeps.
Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the
handset to the base unit for charging.
Cleaning the battery contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery
contacts on the handset and base unit about once a month. Use a
pencil eraser or other contact cleaner.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
Even when the battery
pack is not being used, it
will gradually
discharge over a long
period. For optimum
performance, be sure to
return the handset to the
base unit after a
telephone call for
charging the battery.
The built-in memory
backup can hold numbers
and names stored in the
memory for up to 2
minutes, while you replace
the battery pack.
If you must replace the
battery pack during a
telephone call, complete
the replacement of the
battery pack within 30
seconds, and you can
return to the original call.
Rechargeable batteries
have a memory effect that
reduces standby and talk
time. To avoid this
memory effect, on a
monthly basis, use the
phone until the
batt LED
blinks. Then charge the
battery for 15 hours.
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From the handset
1Pick up handset.
2Press .
3Dial the phone number.
4To hang up, press or return the
handset to the base.
The phone number can be
up to 32 digits.
Other Operations
To Do this
To improve reception Press .
To adjust the earpiece volume Press or during the call.
To temporarily switch to tone dial Press . The following
(When base is set to pulse mode) numbers dialed will be sent as
tone dialing.
To enter a pause within the Press .
numbers dialed
To receive a new call during the Press .
conversation
chan
ª
•
tone
*
redial/p
Microphone
Making a call
From the base
1Press .
2Dial the number on the keypad.
3When you finish the call, press
to hang up.
talk
talk
speaker
speaker
BASICS
flash
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1Pick up your phone.
2Press .
3Dial the phone number.
You must dial a “1” or “011” when
using the LDM feature.
4Press or return the handset on
the base to finish the call.
LDM call from the base
1Press .
2Dial the phone number.
You must dial a “1” or “011” when
using the LDM feature.
3Press to finish the call.
Using the Long Distance Manager (LDM)
talk
speaker
Sign up and Registration
1. Before using the LDM feature, you must register your phone by
calling 1-800-458-2682.
2. You will be asked a few simple questions, such as name, address,
and phone number.
3. Each month you will receive an itemized bill for calls placed
through the LDM service.
Placing a call using LDM
Press key before dialing a long distance (1+) or
international (011+) number.
LDM call from the handset
LongDst
LongDst
LongDst
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Private Branch Exchange (PBX) dialing
From the handset
1Press .
2Dial out by entering 9 on the
keypad, or any sequence of
numbers required to access an
outside line.
3Press and you can make
a LDM call.
4Dial a long distance or international
number.
5Press to finish the call.
talk
LongDst
talk
LDM call from the base
1Press .
2Dial out by entering 9 on the
keypad, or any sequence of
numbers equired to access an
outside line.
3Press and you can make
a LDM call.
4Dial a long distance or international
number.
5Press to finish the call.
speaker
LongDst
speaker
NOTES
•You must dial a “1” or “011” when using the LDM feature.
•Do NOT USE BUTTON TO DIAL 911
BECAUSE IT WILL NOT ACCESS EMERGENCY SERVICE.
•Do not use the key for placing local calls, contacting
your local phone company for repair or customer service, accessing
emergency service or for toll free numbers.
•All calls placed through the LDM feature will be charged at the
applicable toll rate for the specific call.
•Failure to register will result in lost savings.
LongDst
LongDst
Redial will not function
when using LDM through
PBX.
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Handset on the base
1Phone rings.
2Pick up the handset and speak.
3Press or return the handset to the
base to finish the call.
Handset off the base
1Phone rings.
2Press or any key, and speak.
3Press or return the handset to the
base to finish the call.
From the handset
From the base
1The phone rings. The status LED on
the base flashes.
2Press .
3Press to finish the call.
status LED
Receiving a call
talk
talk
speaker
speaker
talk
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Handset ringer tone
In the standby mode, press
.
Each time is pressed, the
ringer tone setting changes and
the selected ringer tone sounds
for 2 seconds.
Handset ringer switch
This switch turns the handset
ringer on or off.
Handset earpiece volume
Pressing or during a telephone call will change the
earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect
after the telephone call has ended.
When you press in Maximum mode or press in Low
mode, error sound beeps.
ringer
ringer
off on
ringer
off on
ringer
ringer
ringer
ringer
•
ª
ª
•
ª
•
ª
•
Base ringer switch
This switch turns the base unit
ringer on or off.
Base speaker volume
To control the speaker volume
of the base, adjust the
VOLUME slide switch as
desired.
RINGER
OFF–ON
Adjusting the ringer and earpiece volume
ringer
•
ª
VOLUME
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From the handset
The last phone numbers entered can be quickly redialed.
Handset on the base
1Pick up handset.
2Press .
3Press .
4Press or place the handset on the
base to hang up.
Handset off the base
1Press .
2Press .
3Press or place the handset on the
base to hang up.
redial/p
If the recently dialed
number exceeds 32 digits,
only the first 32 digits are
retained for redialing.
From the base
1Press .
2To call the last number dialed from the
base, press .
3Press to finish the call.
redial/p
Redialing a call
talk
talk
talk
talk
speaker
redial/p
speaker
If you use Long Distance
Manager press
instead of or
.
speaker
LongDst
talk
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