Uniden EXP91 User manual

Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a sink or
in a wet area.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.
6. To protect the product from overheating, do not block or cover
any slots or openings in the Base Unit. This product should
never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate
this product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking
on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can
result in the risk of fire or electrical shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the
Base Unit slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this
product. Contact qualified service personnel when some service
or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.
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12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally when following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak. CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read
and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the appropriate type and size Battery Pack specified in
this Operating Guide.
2. Do not dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire. The cell may
explode. Check the Battery Disposal information at the
beginning of this Guide for disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the Battery Pack. Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may
be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short out
the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause
burns.
5. Charge the Battery Pack provided with or identified for use with
this product only in accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in the instruction manual provided for this
product.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the Battery Pack
and battery charger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Introduction
About the EXP91
The EXP91 is a 900 MHz Cordless Phone. It is designed and
engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and
outstanding performance.
Features
•900 MHz operation •Extended range and clarity
•Any Key Answer •One-Way Page/Find
•10-Number Memory •AutoTalk
•Voice Scramble •AutoStandby
•Wall mountable •40 Channels
•Battery Saving Feature •Tone/Pulse Dialing
•Handset Volume Control •Ringer Volume Control
•Redial and Flash •Hearing aid compatible
•Automatic Digital Code
Security
The EXP91 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 40
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 EXP91 has
Random
Code™
digital security which automatically selects one of over
65,000 digital security codes for the Handset and Base Unit. Also,
the
AutoSecure™ feature electronically locks your phone when the
Handset is in the Base. To get the most from your EXP91, please
read this Operating Guide thoroughly.
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What’s Included with Your EXP91
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your place
of purchase.
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Operating Guide
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Operating Guide
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Installation
Installing Your EXP91
Selecting the Installation Location
Select a location for the EXP91 to avoid excessive heat or humidity
(as in a kitchen or bathroom). The Base Unit of your EXP91 can be
placed on a desk or tabletop near a standard 120V AC outlet and
telephone line jack, mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE wall
plate, or mounted directly on the wall. Keep the Base Unit and
Handset away from sources of electrical noise (motors, fluorescent
lighting, etc.). Be sure there is sufficient space to safely extend the
Base Unit antenna fully.
Connecting the Telephone Line
There are three types of phone outlets:
•Modular.
•4-prong jack.
•Hard-wired type.
Modular Jack
Plug the telephone line cord from the Base Unit into a standard
modular telephone jack. If you do not have a modular jack, contact
your local telephone company for information on the installation of
these jacks.
4-Prong Jack
An adapter (not included) is required. The adapter plugs into the
4-prong jack and the telephone line cord plugs into the adapter.
Hard-wired Jack
A modular jack converter (not included) is required. You may need
to rewire when connecting the converter (making color-coded
connections).
i Your Uniden Cordless Telephone Dealer or a telephone supply
store can advise you on the proper adapter or converter.
CAUTION:
•Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack
is specifically designed for wet locations.
•Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless
the telephone line has been disconnected at the network
interface.
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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Setting the Dial Mode Switch
Place the switch in the
T
position for tone dialing, or the P
position for pulse dialing.
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Desk or Tabletop Installation
1. Plug the AC adapter cord into
the 9V DC input jack on the
Base Unit.
Note:
Place the AC adapter
cord inside the molded
strain-relief.
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2. Plug one end of the long
telephone cord into the
TEL LINE
jack on the Base Unit.
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3. Raise the antenna on the Base
Unit.
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4. Plug the other end of the
telephone cord into the
telephone wall jack.
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5. Plug the AC Adapter into a
standard 120V AC wall outlet.
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Use only the AC Adapter supplied with the EXP91.
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trip hazard, or where they could become chafed and create a fire
or other electrical hazards.
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Wall Installation
Setting the Handset Retainer
1. Remove the Handset Retainer
on the Base Unit by sliding it
upward.
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2. Flip the Retainer over so the tab
is facing up.
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3. Slide the Retainer back into the
Base Unit.
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Mounting on a Standard Wall Plate
The EXP91 is designed to be mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE
wall plate.
1. Plug the AC Adapter into the
Base Unit.
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2. Place the AC Adapter cord
inside the left channel cord
holder.
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3. Plug the short telephone cord
into the phone and the wall
plate jack.
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4. Place the Base Unit on the two
posts of the wall plate and slide
downward to secure.
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5. Raise the antenna on the Base
Unit.
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6. Plug the AC Adapter into a
standard 120V AC wall outlet.
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Use only the AC Adapter supplied with the EXP91.
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where it could become chafed and create a fire or other
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Mounting Directly on a Wall
If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can mount the EXP91
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 Unit and Handset; otherwise, damage to
the unit could result.
•Use #10 screws with anchoring devices suitable for the wall
material where the Base Unit will be placed.
1. Insert the screws, with their
appropriate anchor device,
about 3
5/16 inches apart. Allow
about
3/16 of an inch between
the wall and screw heads for
mounting the phone.
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2. Plug the AC Adapter into the
Base Unit.
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3. Place the AC Adapter cord
inside the left channel cord
holder.
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4. Plug one end of the long
telephone cord into the
TEL LINE
jack on the Base Unit.
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5. Place the telephone cord into
the right channel cord holder.
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6. Place the Base Unit on the
screws and push down until it’s
firmly seated.
After the unit is mounted, raise
the antenna.
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7. Plug the other end of the
telephone line into the
telephone wall jack.
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8. Plug the AC Adapter into a
standard 120V AC wall outlet.
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Use only the AC Adapter supplied with the EXP91.
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a trip hazard, or where they could become chafed and create a
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Installing the Battery Pack
Note:
The built-in Memory Backup feature allows up to 3 minutes
after disconnecting the old Battery Pack to install a new
one without losing any phone numbers that may be
stored in the telephone’s memory.
To install or replace the rechargeable battery in your phone,
follow these steps:
1. Remove the Handset battery
cover.
2. Plug the battery’s cable into the
Handset.
Note:
The plastic connectors
will fit together only one way. If
you have difficulty, make sure
the battery’s connector is
properly aligned.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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For optimum battery performance:
•Charge the new battery overnight before using your phone.
•Do not let the battery become fully discharged.
•Be sure to return the Handset to the base at night.
Charging the Handset
Place the Handset on the base to charge.
Low Battery Indicator
When the Battery Pack in the
Handset is low and needs to be
charged, the batt low led flashes
every 3 seconds.
If this occurs while you are on
the phone, you hear an alert
tone. Complete your call as
quickly as possible, and return
the Handset to the Base Unit for
charging.
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Allow 12 to 16 hours without any interruption for the Handset to
fully recharge.
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.
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Operating Instructions
PlacingaCall
When the Handset Is on the Base
1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit and press T.
2. The talk LED will light.
3. Dial the number you are calling.
4. When you have finished the call, return the Handset to the Base
Unit to hang up.
When the Handset Is off the Base
1. Pick up the Handset and press T.
2. The talk LED will light up.
3. Dial the number you are calling.
4. When you have finished the call, press the Tto hang up.
Answering a Call
When the Handset Is on the Base
1. When the EXP91 rings, remove the Handset from the Base.
2. The talk LED will light, indicating a connection has been made.
3. After you have finished your conversation, return the Handset to
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When the Handset Is off the Base
1. When the EXP91 rings, pick up the Handset and press any key.
2. The talk LED will light, indicating a connection has been made.
3. After you are finished with your conversation, press the T
button to hang up.
Selecting a Different Channel
i If you have more than one cordless phone in your house, they
must be set to different channels. This function works only
when the phone is in use.
The Cbutton on the Handset allows you to choose between
40 factory set channels. During the course of a conversation if
you hear static or noise which makes it difficult to hear the caller:
1. Press C.
2. The talk LED flashes, indicating the EXP91 is changing to
another channel.
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Using the Flash Button
Use
F
to send a timed hook-flash for accessing services such as
call waiting, etc.
Press the
F
button on the Handset during your conversation.
Using the Redial Button
The
R
button dials the last number that you called.
Press
R
. The last number called is dialed again.
Note:
Ifanyotherkeyispressedbefore
R
, the phone will not
redial the last number.
Storing a Number in Memory
To store a number in memory:
1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit and press
M
.
2. The talk LED flashes and you hear a beep.
3. Enter the number you want to store (up to 16 digits).
Note:
You have 20 seconds after pressing
M
to enter the
number you wish to store. Otherwise, an error tone will
sound.
4. Press
M
.
5. Enter a number (0-9) for the memory location you wish to use.
Note:
If you select any key other than 0-9, the Handset will beep
rapidly and no number is stored.
6. You hear a long beep and the talk LED goes out indicating the
number has been stored successfully.
7. Write the stored number and its memory location number on
one of the enclosed stickers.
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Storing a 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 Unit and press
M
.
2. The talk LED flashes and you will hear a beep.
3. Enter the number to be dialed in pulse mode.
Note:
You have 20 seconds after pressing
M
to enter the
number you wish to store. Otherwise, an error tone will
sound.
4. Press the
O
button on the Handset. The
O
button counts as
one digit.
5. Enter the number to be dialed in tone mode.
6. Press
M
and a number (0-9) for the memory location you wish
to use.
Note:
If you select any key other than 0-9, the Handset will beep
rapidly and no number will be stored.
7. You hear a long beep and the talk LED goes out.
8. Write the stored number and its memory location number on
one of the enclosed stickers.
Dialing a Stored Number
To dial a number stored in memory, press
T
,thenpress
M
and the memory location (0-9). Your EXP91 will dial the stored
number.
Note:
If you select a memory location that does not have a stored
number, the Handset will beep rapidly and will not dial.
Chain Dialing
On certain occasions, after dialing a number, you may be
requested to enter a special access code, such as 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
M
and the memory location of the access code at the
appropriate time.
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Erasing a Stored Number
1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit.
2. Press
M
twice.
3. Press the memory location number (0-9) you want to clear. You
will hear a long beep confirming that you have erased the
number.
Using the Page Feature
The Page feature sends a signal from the Base Unit to the Handset
causing it to beep. This is useful for locating the Handset when it is
away from the Base Unit.
1. Press
page/find on the Base Unit.
2. The Handset beeps several times.
Note:
The paging feature does not work when the phone is in use.
Adjusting Ringer/Volume Controls
Ringer Tone and Volume
1. While the phone is not in use, press
G
.
2. The phone has two ringer tones, each with two volume levels.
Press
G
again until you select the ringer tone and volume you
want.
Setting the Receiver Volume
1. While you are on a call, press
V
.
2. The phone has two receiver volume levels, one soft and one
loud. Press
V
again until you select the receiver volume you
want.
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Troubleshooting
If your EXP91 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.
Note:
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. All service must
be done by qualified service personnel.
Problem Suggestion
Base Unit Power light does not
come on. Make sure the AC Adapter is plugged into the Base Unit and wall outlet.
Charge light won’t come on when
Handset is placed in Base Unit. Make sure the AC Adapter is plugged into the Base Unit and wall outlet.
Make sure the Handset is properly seated in the
Base Unit.
Make sure the Rechargeable Battery Pack is
properly placed in the Handset.
Make sure that the charging contacts on the
Handset and on the Base Unit are clean.
Conversation interrupted
frequently. Make sure that the Base Unit antenna is fully vertical.
Move closer to the Base Unit.
Change Channels.
Handset doesn’t ring. Rechargeable Battery may be weak or not
charged fully. Charge the Battery Pack for 4-5
hours.
Make sure the Base Unit antenna is fully vertical.
The Handset may be too far away from the
Base Unit.
Check the AC supply.
Range
The EXP91 is designed to achieve the maximum possible range
by transmitting and receiving according to the highest
specifications set forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to
operate at a maximum distance with the qualification that the
range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is
used. Many factors limit range, and it would be impossible to
include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range
rating of the EXP91 is meant to be used as a means of
comparison against other range claims.
Radio Interference
Radio interference may occasionally cause interruptions in your
conversations. When this happens, remember that your unit is
not defective. If these noises continue and are too distracting,
move to a different location while you are talking on the phone
or change channels on your cordless handset.
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