Uniden EXP 7900 Series User manual

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Introduction
The Uniden® EXP 7900 Series 900 MHz cordless
phones are designed and engineered to exacting
standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding
performance.
tFeatures
•900 MHz Extended Range Technology
•30 Channel Autoscan
•10-Number Memory Dialing
•3 “One-Touch Priority” Keys
•Desk or Wall Mountable
•Tone/Pulse Dialing
•Handset Volume Control
•32 Digit Redial
•Page/Find
•AutoTalk™
•AutoStandby™
•7 Hours Talk Time
•Hearing Aid Compatible
The EXP 7900 Series features include AutoTalk and
AutoStandby. AutoTalk allows you to answer a call
by just removing the handset from the base so you
don’t have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping
switches. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by
simply returning the handset to the base.
The UltraClear Plus true compander circuitry
virtually eliminates background noise. This
innovative technology, together with 30 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 EXP 7900 Series has Random
Code™ digital security which automatically selects
one of over 65,000 digital security codes for the
handset and base. Also, the AutoSecure™ feature
electronically locks your phone when the handset
is in the base.
To get the most from your phone, please read this
owner’s manual thoroughly. Also, be sure to
complete the product registration form and mail
it in.
Be sure to visit our web site at:
www.uniden.com
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Contents
Introduction ....................2
Features ..........................2
Included with Your EXP 7900 Series
Phone..........................3
Controls and Functions............4
Installation .....................5
• Charging the Battery Pack ............5
Charging the Handset ...............5
Low Battery Indicator ...............5
Cleaning the Battery Contacts .........5
• Selecting a Location ................5
• Setting the Dial Mode ................5
• Desk or Tabletop Installation ..........6
• Wall Installation ....................6
Setting the Handset Retainer for Wall
Mounting.........................6
Mounting on a Standard Wall Plate ....6
Mounting Directly on a Wall ..........7
Setting Up Your Phone ............8
• Raising the Antenna .................8
• Adjusting Ringer/Volume Controls......8
Ringer Tone and Volume.............8
Setting the Handset Earpiece Volume ...8
Using Your Phone ................8
Making and Receiving Calls...........8
• Storing a Number in Memory .........8
• Entering a Pause in Memory Dialing ....9
• Storing Mixed Tone/Pulse Numbers.....9
• Dialing a Stored Number .............9
• One-Touch Dialing ..................9
• Chain Dialing ......................9
• Erasing a Stored Number .............10
• Replacing a Stored Number ...........10
• Selecting a Different Channel..........10
• Using the Flash Button...............10
• Using the Page/Find Feature ..........10
• Traveling Out of Range ..............10
Troubleshooting .................11
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Included with Your EXP 7900 Series Phone
Also included:
•This Owner’s Manual
•Other Printed Material
•Precautions and Important Safety Instructions
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts Department
at [phone], 7:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday, or
contact us on the web at www.uniden.com.
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Base Handset Rechargeable Battery
AC Adapter Telephone Cord
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Controls and Functions
1. talk - answers or places calls
2. /tone - switches to tone dialing in pulse dial
mode
3. redial - redials the last number
4. pause - adds a timed pause in a
memory dialing sequence
5. talk/batt - LED indicates when phone is in use
or the battery is low
6. flash - accesses call waiting (if available)
7.
mem - enters or recalls numbers in memory
8. volume - sets both the ringer and
earpiece volumes
9. chan - selects another channel for
clearer reception
10. m1, m2, m3 - accesses stored numbers in
memory locations 1, 2, and 3 for
one-touch dialing
11. handset retainer - holds handset in base for
wall mounting
12. status LED - indicates the phone is in use or
the handset is charging
13. page/find - locates the handset
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Installation
Charging the Battery Pack
The rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery pack must
be fully charged before using your phone for the
first time. Before plugging the phone line into
your new phone, you must charge the
battery for approximately 15-20 hours
without interruption.
1. Remove the handset battery cover.
2. Plug the battery’s
cable into the
handset and
place the battery
pack inside the
battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
tCharging the Handset
Place the handset on
the base to charge. (The
handset can charge in
either the face-up or
face-down position.)
tLow Battery Indicator
When the battery pack in the
handset is low and needs to be
charged, the
batt LED flashes
every 3 seconds.
If this occurs while you are on
the phone, you will hear an alert
tone. Complete your call as
quickly as possible, and return the
handset to the base for charging.
tCleaning the Battery Contacts
To maintain a good
charge, it is important
to clean all battery
contacts on the handset
and base about once a
month. Use a dry cloth
or pencil eraser if necessary.
Do not use any liquids
or solvents.
Selecting a Location
Before choosing a location for your new phone,
there are some important guidelines you should
consider:
•The location should be close to both a
phone jack and continuous power outlet.
•Keep the base unit and
handset away from sources
of electrical noise such as
motors and fluorescent
lighting.
•Be sure there is sufficient space to rotate the
Base Unit antenna to the vertical position.
Setting the Dial Mode
Most phone systems use tone dialing. Depending
on your dialing system, set the mode as follows:
1. Press and hold flash until you hear a
confirmation tone.
2. To set the dial mode for pulse dialing, press # .
Or to set the dial mode for tone dialing, press
/tone . A confirmation tone sounds again to
indicate the setting is complete.
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The plastic connectors will fit
together only one way. Make sure
the battery’s connector is properly
aligned. Use only the Uniden
battery pack (model BT-905).
A continuous power outlet is an
AC outlet which does not have a
switch to interrupt its power.
Important: Do not place the power
cord in an area where it may
create a trip hazard or become
chafed and create a fire or
electrical hazard.
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Desk or Tabletop Installation
1. Plug the AC adapter cord into the 9V DC input jack
on the base.
2. Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded
strain-relief.
3. Plug one end of the telephone cord into the
TEL LINE jack on the base.
4. Place the telephone cord into the right molded
channel cord holder.
5. Plug the other end of the telephone cord into the
telephone wall jack. (Remember, the phone
must be fully charged before you can use it.)
6. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC
wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
7. Raise the antenna
on the base.
Wall Installation
tSetting the Handset Retainer for Wall
Mounting
1. Remove the
handset retainer
on the base by
sliding it upward.
2. Flip the retainer
over so the tab is
facing up.
3. Slide the retainer
back onto the
base.
tMounting on a Standard Wall Plate
The phone is designed to be mounted on a standard
wall plate.
1. Plug the AC adapter into the base.
2. Place the AC adapter cord inside the left molded
channel cord holder.
3. Plug one end of the telephone cord into the
TEL LINE jack on the base.
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Use only the AC adapter that came
with the phone.
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4. Place the telephone cord into the right molded
channel cord holder and plug the other end of
the cord into the wall jack. (Remember, the
phone must be fully charged before you can
use it.)
5. Place the base on the two posts of the wall plate
and slide downward to secure.
6. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC
wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
7. Raise the antenna on the base.
tMounting Directly on a Wall
If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can
mount the phone directly on a wall. Before
mounting your cordless telephone, consider
the following:
•Select a location away from electrical cables,
pipes, or other items behind the mounting
location that could cause a hazard when
inserting screws into the wall.
•Make sure the wall material is capable of
supporting the weight of the base and
handset; otherwise, damage to the unit
could result.
•Use #10 screws (minimum length of 1-3/8
inches) with anchoring devices suitable for
the wall material where the base will
be placed.
1. Insert the screws, with
their appropriate anchoring
devices, 3-15/16 inches apart.
Allow 3/16 of an inch
between the wall and screw
heads for mounting the phone.
2. Plug the AC adapter into the base.
3. Place the AC adapter cord inside the left molded
channel cord holder.
4. Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the
TEL LINE jack on the base.
5. Place the telephone cord into the right molded
channel cord holder.
6. Place the base on the screws and push down
until it’s firmly seated.
7. Plug the other end of the telephone line into the
telephone wall jack. (Remember, the phone
must be fully charged before you can use it.)
8. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC
wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
9. Raise the antenna on the base.
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4. Place the telephone cord into the right molded
channel cord holder and plug the other end of
the cord into the wall jack. (Remember, the
phone must be fully charged before you can
use it.)
5. Place the base on the two posts of the wall plate
and slide downward to secure.
6. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC
wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
7. Raise the antenna on the base.
tMounting Directly on a Wall
If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can
mount the phone directly on a wall. Before
mounting your cordless telephone, consider
the following:
•Select a location away from electrical cables,
pipes, or other items behind the mounting
location that could cause a hazard when
inserting screws into the wall.
•Make sure the wall material is capable of
supporting the weight of the base and
handset; otherwise, damage to the unit
could result.
•Use #10 screws (minimum length of 1-3/8
inches) with anchoring devices suitable for
the wall material where the base will
be placed.
1. Insert the screws, with
their appropriate anchoring
devices, 3-15/16 inches apart.
Allow 3/16 of an inch
between the wall and screw
heads for mounting the phone.
2. Plug the AC adapter into the base.
3. Place the AC adapter cord inside the left molded
channel cord holder.
4. Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the
TEL LINE jack on the base.
5. Place the telephone cord into the right molded
channel cord holder.
6. Place the base on the screws and push down
until it’s firmly seated.
7. Plug the other end of the telephone line into the
telephone wall jack. (Remember, the phone
must be fully charged before you can use it.)
8. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC
wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
9. Raise the antenna on the base.
Use only the AC adapter that came
with the phone.
Use only the AC adapter that
came with the phone.
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Setting Up Your Phone
Raising the Antenna
Before using your phone, be sure to raise its antenna
to the vertical position.
Adjusting Ringer/Volume
Controls
tRinger Tone and Volume
1. While the phone is not in use, press volume .
2. The phone has two ringer tones, each with two
volume levels. Press
volume again until you hear
the ringer tone and volume level you want.
tSetting the Handset Earpiece Volume
1. While you are on a call, press volume .
2. The phone has three receiver volume levels:
normal, high and loud. Press
volume again until
you hear the volume level you want.
When you hang up, the phone keeps the last volume
setting selected.
Using Your Phone
Making and Receiving Calls
Storing a Number in Memory
Your EXP 7900 Series phone has 10 memory
locations for storing important telephone numbers.
1. Remove the handset from the base and press
mem . The talk LED flashes.
2. Enter the phone number you want to store
(up to 16 digits).
3. Press
mem and enter a number (0-9) on the
keypad for the memory location you want to use.
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Handset on Base Handset off Base
Answer
call
When the phone rings, remove the handset
from the base. (AutoTalk)
Press
talk .
Make call
1. Remove the handset from the base and
press
talk .
2. The
talk LED lights.
3. Listen for the dial tone.
4. Dial the number.
1. Pick up the handset and press
talk .
2. The talk LED lights.
3. Listen for the dial tone.
4. Dial the number.
Hang up Return handset to the base. (AutoStandby)Press
talk .
Redial
1. Remove the handset from the base and
press
talk .
2. Listen for the dial tone.
3. Press
redial to dial the number.
1. Pick up the handset and press
talk .
2. Listen for the dial tone.
3. Press
redial to dial the number.
You have 20 seconds after
pressing mem to enter the number
you wish to store. Otherwise, an
error tone will sound.
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You hear a long beep and the talk LED goes out
indicating the number has been stored
successfully.
If you select any keys other than 0-9, the handset
will beep rapidly and no number will be stored.
Entering a Pause in Memory
Dialing
If you would like to use a phone number stored in
memory to access voice mail, for example, you can
store a pause in the phone number sequence.
To use this function, follow steps 1 and 2 in
“Storing a Number in Memory,” then press the
pause button on the handset to place a pause in the
phone number sequence.
Follow the remaining steps in the “Storing a
Number in Memory” section to complete
the operation.
Storing Mixed Tone/Pulse
Numbers
If your phone is set up for pulse dialing, you can
store a mixed mode number (up to 16 digits) to
easily access long distance services.
1. Remove the handset from the base and press
mem .The talk LED flashes.
2. Enter the number to be dialed in pulse mode.
3. Press the /tone button on the handset. The
/tone button counts as one digit and enters
a pause.
4. Enter the number(s) to be dialed in tone mode.
5. Press
mem and a number (0-9) on the keypad
for the memory location you wish to use. You
hear a long beep and the talk LED goes out.
Dialing a Stored Number
To dial a phone number stored in memory, press
talk , then press mem and the memory location
(0-9). Your phone will dial the stored number.
One-Touch Dialing
Your phone is equipped with three “One-Touch
Priority” keys for instant dialing (
m1 , m2 ,and m3 ).
You cannot store phone numbers directly
into m1 , m2 , and m3 . They are only used to dial
phone numbers stored into memory locations 1, 2,
and 3 on the keypad.
1. To instantly dial phone numbers stored in
memory locations 1, 2, or 3, simply press m1 ,
m2 ,or m3 .(There is no need to press talk , the
phone will automatically dial.)
2. If no phone number was stored in memory
locations 1, 2, or 3 on the keypad, pressing m1 ,
m2 ,or m3 will do nothing.
Chain Dialing
After dialing a number you may be requested to
enter a special access code, for example, when
performing a banking transaction.
1. Store the access code into one of the memory
locations (0-9).
2. Dial the main number.
3. Press
mem and the memory location of the
access code at the appropriate time.
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You hear a long beep and the
talk LED goes out
indicating the number has been stored
successfully.
If you select any keys other than 0-9, the handset
will beep rapidly and no number will be stored.
Entering a Pause in Memory
Dialing
If you would like to use a phone number stored in
memory to access voice mail, for example, you can
store a pause in the phone number sequence.
To use this function, follow steps 1 and 2 in
“Storing a Number in Memory,” then press the
pause button on the handset to place a pause in the
phone number sequence.
Follow the remaining steps in the “Storing a
Number in Memory” section to complete
the operation.
Storing Mixed Tone/Pulse
Numbers
If your phone is set up for pulse dialing, you can
store a mixed mode number (up to 16 digits) to
easily access long distance services.
1. Remove the handset from the base and press
mem .The talk LED flashes.
2. Enter the number to be dialed in pulse mode.
3. Press the /tone button on the handset. The
/tone button counts as one digit and enters
a pause.
4. Enter the number(s) to be dialed in tone mode.
5. Press
mem and a number (0-9) on the keypad
for the memory location you wish to use. You
hear a long beep and the talk LED goes out.
Dialing a Stored Number
To dial a phone number stored in memory, press
talk , then press mem and the memory location
(0-9). Your phone will dial the stored number.
One-Touch Dialing
Your phone is equipped with three “One-Touch
Priority” keys for instant dialing (
m1 , m2 ,and m3 ).
You cannot store phone numbers directly
into m1 , m2 , and m3 . They are only used to dial
phone numbers stored into memory locations 1, 2,
and 3 on the keypad.
1. To instantly dial phone numbers stored in
memory locations 1, 2, or 3, simply press m1 ,
m2 ,or m3 .(There is no need to press talk , the
phone will automatically dial.)
2. If no phone number was stored in memory
locations 1, 2, or 3 on the keypad, pressing m1 ,
m2 ,or m3 will do nothing.
Chain Dialing
After dialing a number you may be requested to
enter a special access code, for example, when
performing a banking transaction.
1. Store the access code into one of the memory
locations (0-9).
2. Dial the main number.
3. Press
mem and the memory location of the
access code at the appropriate time.
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Q
You cannot store numbers in m1 ,
m2 ,or m3 . Refer to “One-Touch
Dialing.”
Remember, the phone number you
wish to store cannot have more
than 16 digits, including the
pause. (The pause button counts as
one digit.)
If you select a memory location that
does not have a stored number, the
handset will beep rapidly and the
phone will not dial.
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Erasing a Stored Number
1. Remove the handset from the base.
2. Press
mem twice.
3. Press the memory location number (0-9) you
want to clear. You hear a long beep confirming
that you have erased the number.
Replacing a Stored Number
Remember, your EXP 7900 Series phone has 10
memory locations, represented by the numbers 0-9
on the keypad. If you store a phone number in one
of these locations, then attempt to store a different
number in the same location later, the new number
will replace the previous one.
Selecting a Different Channel
If you encounter interference while using your
phone, you can manually change the phone channel
for clearer operation. Interference can come from
appliances or other phones in your home. This
function works only when the phone is in use.
The
chan button on the handset allows you to
choose between 30 factory set channels. During the
course of a conversation, if you hear static or noise
which makes it difficult to hear, press chan . The talk
LED flashes, indicating the phone is changing to
another channel.
Using the Flash Button
Use flash for accessing services such as call waiting.
If you receive a call during your conversation, press
the flash button on the handset. Press flash again to
return to the previous call.
Using the Page/Find Feature
The Page/Find feature sends a signal from the base
to the handset causing it to beep. This is useful for
locating the handset when it is away from the base.
To use this feature, press page/find on the base. The
handset beeps for 60 seconds.
On the handset, press any key to end the page. If
you press
talk , you must press talk again if you do
not wish to make a call.
Traveling Out of Range
During a call, as you begin to move too far from
your base unit, noise increases. If you pass the range
limits of the base, your call will terminate within
30 seconds.
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Erasing a Stored Number
1. Remove the handset from the base.
2. Press
mem twice.
3. Press the memory location number (0-9) you
want to clear. You hear a long beep confirming
that you have erased the number.
Replacing a Stored Number
Remember, your EXP 7900 Series phone has 10
memory locations, represented by the numbers 0-9
on the keypad. If you store a phone number in one
of these locations, then attempt to store a different
number in the same location later, the new number
will replace the previous one.
Selecting a Different Channel
If you encounter interference while using your
phone, you can manually change the phone channel
for clearer operation. Interference can come from
appliances or other phones in your home. This
function works only when the phone is in use.
The
chan button on the handset allows you to
choose between 30 factory set channels. During the
course of a conversation, if you hear static or noise
which makes it difficult to hear, press chan . The talk
LED flashes, indicating the phone is changing to
another channel.
Using the Flash Button
Use flash for accessing services such as call waiting.
If you receive a call during your conversation, press
the flash button on the handset. Press flash again to
return to the previous call.
Using the Page/Find Feature
The Page/Find feature sends a signal from the base
to the handset causing it to beep. This is useful for
locating the handset when it is away from the base.
To use this feature, press page/find on the base. The
handset beeps for 60 seconds.
On the handset, press any key to end the page. If
you press
talk , you must press talk again if you do
not wish to make a call.
Traveling Out of Range
During a call, as you begin to move too far from
your base unit, noise increases. If you pass the range
limits of the base, your call will terminate within
30 seconds.
The paging feature does not work
when the phone is in use.
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Troubleshooting
If your EXP 7900 Series cordless telephone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps.
If you are still unable to resolve the problems, contact your place of purchase or call customer service at
[phone].
Caution: Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Servicing must be performed by qualified personnel.
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Problem Suggestion
Charge light won’t come on when
handset is placed in base.
•Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and
wall outlet.
•Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base.
•Make sure the rechargeable battery pack is properly
connected in the handset.
•Make sure that the charging contacts on the handset and
on the base are clean.
The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. •Make sure that the base antenna is in the
vertical position.
•Interference by other electronic equipment such as TVs,
computers, microwave ovens, etc.
•You may have gone too far from the base.
•Press chan during the call to improve reception.
Can’t make or receive calls. •Check both ends of the telephone line cord.
•Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and a
wall outlet.
•Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes, then
reconnect it.
•Reset security code by placing the handset back on the
base for a few seconds. The status LED will blink
indicating that the phone has been reset.
Handset doesn’t ring or receive a page. •The nickel-cadmium battery pack may be weak.
Charge the battery for 15-20 hours.
•The handset may be too far away from the base.
•Place the base away from appliances or metal objects.
•Reset security code by placing the handset back on the
charging cradle for a few seconds. The status LED will
blink indicating that the phone has been reset.
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