Uniden TRU8888 Series User manual

TRU8888
SERIES
OWNER'S
MANUAL

[1]
www.uniden.com
Contents
WELCOME 2
FEATURES 2
TERMINOLOGY 3
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS 4
DISPLAY AND ICONS 6
SOFT KEY FUNCTION 7
GETTING STARTED 8
Setting up the Phone 8
Expanding Your Phone 12
Installing the Beltclip 15
Headset Installation 15
Main Menu Options 16
Setting Menu Options 17
BASICS 28
Using Your Phone 28
Call Waiting 31
Placing a Call on Hold 31
Redialing a Call 32
Adjusting the Earpiece and Speaker Volume 32
Muting the Ringer 33
Mute Microphone 34
Tone Dialing Switch-over 34
Traveling Out of Range 35
Privacy Mode 35
Conferencing 36
Find Handset 37
PHONEBOOK 38
Setting up the Phonebook 38
Viewing the Phonebook 42
Making Calls Using the Phonebook 43
Speed Dialing 43
Editing or Erasing a Phonebook Entry 44
Copying Phonebook Entries 45
CALLER ID 46
Caller ID and CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) 46
THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE 52
The Integrated Telephone Answering Device 52
Turning the Answering System On/Off 57
Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting) 57
New Message LED 58
Using Your Answering System 58
Remote Operation 62
MULTI-HANDSET FEATURES 66
Multi-Handset Features 66
Using DirectLink Mode 66
Intercom 68
Room/Baby Monitor 71
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 72
Note on Power Sources 72
General Information 74
TROUBLESHOOTING 75
Troubleshooting 75
Liquid Damage 78
PRECAUTIONS & WARRANTY 79
I.C. NOTICE 81
MEMORY LIST 82
INDEX 85
REMOTE OPERATION CARD 86
MAIN MENU FLOW CHART 88
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WELCOME/FEATURES [2]
www.uniden.com
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden Digital Expandable Cordless Telephone
System! This is a "Corded/Cordless" Telephone unit. The corded handset (on base) can
make/receive calls during power failure. When the base unit is connected to AC power
and a telephone line, it can support up to ten cordless handsets. You can now place a
fully-featured cordless handset anywhere in your home or office where AC power is
available to connect the handset chargers. Extra handsets also allow you to establish a
4-way conference call among two handsets, the base speakerphone, and an outside line.
Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes.
Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit.
As an Energy Star®Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product models
meets the Energy Star®guidelines for energy efficiency.
Energy Star®is a U.S. registered mark.
• 5.8GHz Digital Expandable
• Corded/Cordless Telephone System
• Make and Receive Calls During a Power Failure
• Integrated Answering Device
• Dual Keypad and LCD Screen at Base
• Ten Multi-Handset Expandability
• Hands-Free Duplex Speakerphone in the Handset and Base
• Caller ID/Call Waiting Deluxe (Subscribe through Local Telephone Company)
• 100 Programmable Memory Locations in the Base and Each Cordless Handset
• Trilingual Display Options and Voice Prompts (English, French and Spanish)
• Intercom/Call Transfer Between Handsets or Handset and Base
• 20 Distinctive Ring Options (Ten Ringer Tones and Ten Melody Ringers)
• Mute and Hold Features
• Do Not Disturb (DND) Feature
• DirectLink™Mode
• Room/Baby Monitoring
• Battery Level Indicator
• Clock Display
•AnimationDisplays
WELCOME/FEATURES
Welcome
Features
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[3] TERMINOLOGY
www.uniden.com
This series features AutoTalk™and AutoStandby™. 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. AutoStandby allows you to
hang up by simply returning the handset to the cradle.
To protect you against mis-billed calls that might result from your phone being activated by other
equipment, this series has Random Code™digital security, which automatically selects one of more than
10,000,000 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.
IntegriSound™Built in sound quality which provides life-like conversations.
With DirectLink™mode, you can use two or more handsets as radio transceivers (walkie-talkies).
Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com
Uniden®is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.
AutoTalk, AutoStandby, DirectLink, IntegriSound and Random Code are trademarks of Uniden America.
Terminology
•Standby Mode - The handset maybe sitting or off the cradle, but is NOT in use. talk/flash or speaker has not been
pressed. The corded base handset is on the base and speaker on the base has not been pressed.
No dial tone is present.
•Talk Mode - The handset is off the cradle and talk/flash or speaker has been pressed, or pick up the corded
base handset and speaker on the base is pressed and enabling a dial tone.
TERMINOLOGY
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CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS [4] www.uniden.com
Controls & Functions
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. soft Keys (P. 7)
9. cid/vol (volume up) (P. 48, 32 & 17)
10.redial/p/vol (volume down) (P. 32, 29 & 17)
11.
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/tone/< (P. 34 & 39)
12.speaker (P. 29)
13.intcom/hold (P. 68 & 31)
14.Headset Jack Cover
15.talk/flash (P. 28 & 31)
16.end (P. 30)
17.phonebook (P. 38)
18.#/> (P. 39)
19. (P. 62)
20.Handset Microphone
21.Handset Charging Contacts
2
1
4
3
Play
Skip
Stop
Delete
Repeat
Start Handset
Remote
2
1
4
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13 20
21
15
18
19
16
17
14
Retrieve TAD message
with Handset Remote keys
CONTROLS &
FUNCTIONS
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37
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22. play/stop (P. 58)
23. In use LED
24. New Message LED
25. caller id/exit (P. 48)
26. Corded Base Handset
27. Base Speaker
28. Curl Cord
29. delete message (P. 60)
30. answer on/off (P. 57)
31. do not disturb /DND LED (P. 33)
32. /tone/<(P. 34 and
39 )
33. LCD Display
34. /vol
/ (volume up/down)
(P. 32 and 17)
35. soft Keys (P. 7)
36. speaker/speaker LED (P. 29)
37. flash
/ find handset ( P. 31 and 37)
38. intercom / hold ( P. 68 and 31)
39. phonebook ( P. 38 )
40. mic (microphone)
41. #/> (P. 39)
42. DC IN 9V Jack
43. TEL LINE Jack
CONTROLS &
FUNCTIONS
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DISPLAY AND ICONS [6] www.uniden.com
Display and Icons
Example of the standby mode display
•Handset
•Base
* appears if you have a new message.
appears if you turn your answering system off.
** appears when the message storage is full.
appears if you set your answering system to announce only.
ICON Appears During DESCRIPTION
Standby/Talk Battery icons indicate the handset battery status. This icon changes depending on
the battery status (empty, low, medium and full)(handset only).
Standby The Ringer off icon indicates that ringer is turned off.
Talk The Mute icon appears when you mute the handset or base.
Talk The Speaker icon appears when the handset speaker phone is used (handset only).
Talk The Privacy icon appears when the Privacy Mode is turned on.
Talk The Recording icon appears while recording a conversation.
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Handset ID and Banner
Number of new Caller ID calls received (If there are no new Caller ID messages,
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** Number of message
Day of the week and time
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Soft Key Function
"Soft" keys are keys that change function during the operation of the phone. There are three soft keys on
the base and three on each handset. Soft keys allow you to:
- Access the main menu
- Redial one of the last three numbers dialed
The function of each soft key is determined by the icon that appears directly above it. For example, when
the base is in standby mode, pressing soft key 1 will redial the last number. When the base 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.
In standby mode
Handset Base
In talk mode
Handset Base (base speaker phone) (Corded base handset)
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Setting up the Phone
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.
• For better reception, place the base as high as possible.
• The base should be placed in an open area for optimum range and reception.
• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to phone line, be sure that
installing the system does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about
what will disable alarm equipment, contact your telephone company or a qualified
installer.
For maximum range:
•Keep the antenna free
of obstruction.
•When the handset is
not in use place it in
an upright position.
•Do not hold the
handset where you
would block the signal.
•Metal and reinforced
concrete may affect
cordless telephone
performance.
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B. Connect the base unit
1) Connect to the handset cord to the left side of the
phone and the corded base handset.
2) Connect AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a
standard 120V AC wall outlet.
Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power
supply (i.e., an outlet that is not controlled by a
switch).
Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that
you can unplug the AC adapter easily.
3) Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE
jack.
4) Set the base on a desk or tabletop. Place the corded
base handset on the base.
If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact
your telephone company for assistance.
•Use only the supplied
[AD-800] 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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C. Install the rechargeable battery pack into the handset
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 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.
•The battery may be
purchased by calling
Uniden's Parts
Department (see back
cover page).
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D. Connect the charger
The handset is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. The battery recharges
automatically when the handset is placed in the charger.
1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V
jack and to a standard 120V AC wall
outlet.
2) Set the charger on a desk or tabletop,
and place the handset in the charger
with the keypad facing forward.
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) Charge the handset battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before using your new cordless
handset for the first time.
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Expanding Your Phone
Ten Handset Expandability
Your phone supports up to ten 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.
Handsets can be used in DirectLink Mode or on an intercom call without interfering
with incoming calls. It is possible to have a 4-way conference among the base, two
handsets, and one outside line.
All the handsets ring when a call is received.
Backwards/Forwards Compatibility
Your phone is compatible with other Uniden 5.8GHz Digital
Expandable Handsets. Compatible models include the TCX860,
TCX400, TCX440, and ELX500. (Please check www.uniden.com
for an updated list of expansion handsets compatible with this
series.)
10 Handsets
•If you have any trouble
with your phone, visit
our web site at
www.uniden.com or
call our Customer
Hotline at 1- 800-297-
1023 (Mon -Fri 7 am to
7pm, Sat/ Sun 9 am to
5pm, CST). (The
Customer Service
Hotline is closed on
holidays.)
•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.
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Register the Handset
If you purchase an expansion 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
Models vary! Charge handset on the base for
registration or refere to Owner' Manual
. When you register an extra handset to
the base, the handset ID will be assigned.
The ELX500, TCX400, TCX440, and TCX805 all use the same registration steps. Follow
the steps below to register your expansion handset.
1) Before registering the extra handset, the battery pack MUST be charged for 15-20
hours.
2) With the main base in standby mode, press the MENU soft key on the base.
3) Press /vol/∧or /vol/∨ on the base to select
HS Registration , and then
press the OK soft key.
4) On the handset, press and hold #for two seconds. To cancel registration, press
the CANCEL soft key on the base.
5) While the handset is registering,
Handset Registering will appear in the Handset
LCD. When
Registration Complete is displayed, the handset has been registered
to the base. If
Registration Failed appears, please try these steps again.
•An extra handset can
be registered when the
main base is in
standby mode.
•If a handset has ever
been registered to a
different base, you
must de-register the
handset before you can
register it to the new
base (see page 14).
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De-register the Handset
You can deregister the handset's ID from the main base unit or the base ID from the
handset. You will usually only deregister the handset if you are going to use it with
a different base, if you are having a problem with your phone or if you need to
change the digital security code.
The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and
the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. In the rare situation that
you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can
change the code by de-registering and re-registering all handsets.
1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Deregister HS in
the menu and press the OK soft key.
Deregister HS?
appears.
2) Press volume up/down to select
Yes and then the OK
soft key.
When de-registration is complete you will hear a confirmation tone, and
Deregistration Complete appears.
3) After de-registering the handset, you must re-register the handset before you
can use it.
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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 either side of the beltclip to release the tabs from the
holes.
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. (Headset may be
purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department or visiting
the web site. See back page.)
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Main Menu Options
Your phone has eight main menu options: DirectLink Mode, Room/Baby Monitor,
Handset Setup, Base Setup, Answ. Setup, Global Setup, Deregister HS and HS
Registration. You can change Room/Baby Monitor, Answ. Setup, and Global
Setup settings from the base or from any handset. DirectLink Mode, Handset
Setup, and Deregister HS are only available from a handset. Base Setup and HS
Registration are only available from the base.
Handset and Base Setup 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 Handset Base Function Handset Base
Ringer Volume High Day & Time SUN 12:00 AM
Ringer Tone Flicker - CIDCW CW on/CWDX off
Distinctive Ring On - Area Code None
Auto Talk Off - Dial Mode Tone
Anykey Answer Off - Security Code 80
Banner “ “ - Ring Time Toll Saver
Language English Record Time one minute
Contrast (LCD Contrast) level 5 Message Alert Off
Key Touch Tone On - Language (TAD) English
Animation Screen On - Call Screen On
Room Monitor
(allow monitoring) On -
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Answ. Setup, and
Deregister HS menu
options, when
setting options from
the handset, make
sure the line is not
in use and the
handsets are within
range of the base.
•Mainmenuflow
chart is provided on
page 88.
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Setting Menu Options
Using the interface
Below are some tips for using the software interface on your phone.
•Press the MENU soft key to access the main menu.
•Use volume up/down to scroll through options.
• Press the OK soft key to make a selection.
• Press the BACK soft key to return to the previous
screen.
• Press end on the handset or caller id/exit on the base
to exit the menu.
• If you do not press a key within 30 seconds, the phone
will time out and exit the menu mode. When setting
Day and Time, the time-out period is extended to two
minutes.
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Handset Setup / Base Setup
The following submenu options must be set separately for each handset and the
base.
Selecting a Ringer Volume
Ringer volume lets you choose from one of three ringer volumes.
From the handset
1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Handset Setup
menu, and then the Ringer Volume submenu.
2) Press cid/vol/ or redial/p/vol/ to select
High ,
Low , or Off .
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation
tone.
From the base
In standby mode, press /vol/ or /vol/ to select one of three ringer
volumes (Off, Low, or High).
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Selecting a Ringer Tone (Handset only)
Ringer tone lets you choose from ten ringer tones or ten melodies:
- Ringers (Flicker, Clatter, Soft Alert, Wake Up, Light Bug, Beep Boop, Tone Board,
Chip Chop, Party Clap, Reminder)
- Melodies (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 the Irish Eyes Are Smiling [Irish Eyes], Aura Lee, Let Me Call You Sweet Heart
[Sweetheart], Star Spangled Banner [Star Spngl], Old MacDonald [Old MacDld])
You must set a separate ringer tone on the base and each handset.
1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Handset Setup
menu, and then the Ringer Tones submenu.
2) Press cid/vol/ or redial/p/vol/ to move the
pointer. You will hear the ringer or melody as you
scroll through the options.
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation
tone.
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