Uniden TRUc46 User manual

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Contents
WELCOME/FEATURES 3
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 5
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 6
GETTING STARTED 8
Read This First 8
Checking the Package Contents 9
Setting up the Phone 10
Terminology 14
Setting Caller ID Options 15
Selecting a Language 17
Headset Installation 18
BASICS 20
Making and Receiving Calls 20
Redialing a Call 21
Ringer Volume Setup 22
Setting up the Vibrator Mode 22
Ringer Mute/Vibrator Stop 23
Ringer Tone Setting 23
Distinctive Ringer Setup 24
Adjusting the Earpiece Volume 24
Mute Microphone 25
Tone Dialing Switch-over 25
Traveling Out-of-Range 26
Selecting a Different Channel 26
Find Handset 26
Flash and Call Waiting 27
Voice Mail LED 27
PHONEBOOK 28
Storing Phone Numbers, Names,
Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial 28
Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters 29
Viewing the Phonebook 31
Making Calls Using the Phonebook 32
Speed Dialing 32
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number,
Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial 33
RocketDial (One Touch Dialing) 34
Chain Dialing 35
CALLER ID 36
Viewing the Caller ID List 37
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List 38
Using the Caller ID Message List 39
Call Waiting Deluxe Features 40
EXPANDING YOUR PHONE 41
Registering the Second Handset 41
Call Transfer Feature 42
Second Handset Operation 42
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 44
Changing the Digital Security Code 44
Installing the Holster 45
Note on Power Sources 46
Maintenance 46
General Information 47
TROUBLESHOOTING 48
PRECAUTIONS & WARRANTY 49
I.C. NOTICE 51
INDEX 52
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INTRODUCTION/FEATURES [ 3 ]
Welcome
Features
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden cordless telephone. This phone is designed and
engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life and outstanding performance. To enjoy
the best performance from this phone’s features, please read this manual carefully and save it
for future reference.
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for
explanation purposes.
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.
• 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum Technology
• Two Handset Expandability
• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID
• Dynamic Memory Location for Caller ID Messages and Phonebook Locations
(up to 100 numbers in total)
• Trilingual Language Option
• 5 Hour Talk Time
• 8 Day Standby Battery Life
• 3-Line, 16 Character Backlit Handset Display
• One Touch Dialing
• Call Transfer
• 32 Digit Redial / 3 Last Number Redial Locations
• 10 Distinctive Ring Options (6 ringers and 4 melodies)
• Flash and Pause
• Find Handset
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• Tone/Pulse Dialing
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
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INTRODUCTION/FEATURES[ 4 ]
The TRUC46 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.
AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.
To protect you against mis-billed calls, which might result from your phone being activated by other
equipment, the TRUC46 series has Random Code™ digital security, which automatically selects one of
over 65,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, AutoSecure™ electronically locks your
phone when the handset is in the base.
RocketDial™ is a one touch speed dial key that automatically dials your most important or frequently
called number. The number dialed, is a preset number stored by the user.
Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a “wider frequency band” vs. a “single narrow band” used in
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.
Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com
Uniden® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.
AutoTalk, AutoStandby, Random Code, AutoSecure, and RocketDial
are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE [ 5 ]
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERY
Remove the cover.
Connect the
battery pack
connector with
the correct
polarity.
Replace the cover.
PLUG INTO AC POWER
Plug the AC adapter cord into the
base unit and then to a 120V AC
outlet.
Place the handset in the base .
Note:
You must charge the battery pack
continuous for 15-20 hours before
using the phone.
Step 1 Charging the Battery Step 2 Connecting Step 4 Installing the Headset
Step 3 Setting up the Caller
ID Options/Language
CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE
When the handset battery pack is fully
charged, plug the telephone cord into
the base unit and then into a telephone
wall jack.
Your phone is set for tone dialing. If your
local network requires pulse dialing, please
see “Setting up the phone, Choose the
dialing mode” in your owner’s manual.
RED BLACK
RED BLACK
Note: Three Caller ID options
are available: Auto Talk, Caller
ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) and
Area Code.
To make or receive a call, you must install
one of the following headset.
Wear one of the headset.
Over the head type
Over the ear type
Plug the headset cord into the jack
on the top of the handset.
TO SELECT CALLER ID OPTIONS
Press MENU/MUTE.
Press UP or DOWN to move the
pointer to “Caller ID
Setup”, then press SELECT/CH.
Press UP or DOWN to move the
pointer to an option, then
press SELECT/CH.
Press UP or DOWN to change the
option setting.
Press SELECT/CH and return the
handset to the base.
TO CHOOSE THE LANGUAGE
Press MENU/MUTE.
Press UP or DOWN to move the
pointer to “Language”,
then press SELECT/CH.
Press UP or DOWN to change the
option setting.
Press SELECT/CH and return the
handset to the base.
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Controls and Functions
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS[ 6 ]
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1. Voice Mail LED
2. Headset Jack
3. LCD Display
4. TALK/FLASH Key
5. PB (Phonebook)/ROCKET
(RocketDial)/t(left cursor) Key
6. ▼DOWN Key
7. ▲UP Key
8. ✱/TONE Key
9. Handset Charging Contacts
10. END Key
11. CID (Caller ID)/s(right cursor) Key
12. MENU/MUTE Key
13. SELECT/CH (channel) Key
14. DEL (delete)/TRANS (transfer) Key
15. RDL (redial)/P (pause) Key
16. #Key
17. Handset Battery Compartment
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS [ 7 ]
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18. Base Antenna
19. PAGE Key
20. STATUS LED
21. DC Power Input
22. Telephone Line Jack
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GETTING STARTED[ 8 ]
Read this First
This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:
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.
If you want to reset the security code,
see page 44.
Step 1 (page 9)
Unpack the telephone and accessories.
Step 2 (page 10)
Secondly, choose the best location to set
up the base unit.
Step 5 (page 18)
Finally, install one of the headsets supplied
with your phone.
Step 3 (page 11 to 14)
Thirdly, insert the battery pack into the
handset. Connect the base unit. You must
charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours
before plugging into the phone line and
using the phone.
Step 4 (page 15 to 17)
Fourthly, set the Caller ID options, and store
your area code in the memory to use the Caller
ID service. Choose the language of your display.
Note: Skip the area code setting if your calling
area requires 10-digit dialing.
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GETTING STARTED [ 9 ]
Checking the Package Contents
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.
• Base unit (1)
• Handset (1)
• AC adapter (1)
• Rechargeable battery (1)
• Telephone cord (1)
• Headset (2)]
• Holster (1)
Also included:
• This Owner’s Manual
• Other Printed Material
GETTING STARTED
Uniden Parts Department
[phone]
Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.
We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.
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GETTING STARTED[ 10 ]
Setting up the Phone
Do the following steps:
A. Choose the best location C. Connect the base unit
B. Install the battery pack D. Choose the dialing mode
A. Choose the best location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Considerations” on page 50.
Here are some important guidelines you should consider:
Avoid excessive
moisture, extremely
low temperatures,
dust, mechanical
vibration, or shock
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 personal computers
Avoid other cordless telephones
Choose a central location
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GETTING STARTED
B. Install the battery pack
Charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before
plugging the phone line into your base unit.
1) Press down on the battery cover release and slide the cover
down until it comes off.
2) Connect the battery pack connector observing the correct
polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the battery
compartment.
Do not exert any force on this connection. It could cause
damage to the battery or to the handset. The plastic
connectors will fit together in only one way. Once you are
certain that you have made a good connection, then insert the
battery pack into the battery compartment. Do not pinch the
wires.
3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up
until it snaps into place.
4) Place the handset in the charging cradle with the keypad
facing forward.
RED BLACK
RED BLACK
•Use only the Uniden
battery (BT-925)
supplied with your
phone. Replacement
batteries are also
available through
the Uniden Parts
Department.
(See page 9.)
• Recharge your phone
on a regular basis by
returning the handset
to the base after each
phone call.
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Battery use time (per charge)
Fully charged
• 5 hours continuous use
• 8 days when the handset is in the standby mode
Cleaning the battery charging contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the
battery contacts on the handset and base unit with a dry
cloth or a pencil eraser about once a month.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
PAGE
STATUS
contacts
When you charge the handset, Caller ID summary screen and the name
of the handset, HS1 appears.
The last number dialed in the redial memory is retained for up to 2
minutes while you replace the battery pack.
Low battery alert
When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the
phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save
power. If the phone is in the standby mode, ”Low Battery”
appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the
phone is in use, ”Low Battery” appears and the handset
beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and
return the handset to the base unit for charging.
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GETTING STARTED [ 13 ]
GETTING STARTED
•Use only the supplied AD-430 AC adapter.
Do not use any other AC adapter.
• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.
• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug
the AC adapter easily.
C. Connect the base unit
1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and
to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.
2) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place
the handset in the base unit as shown.
3) Raise the antenna to a vertical position.
4) Make sure the status LED illuminates. If the LED does not
illuminate, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in
and that the handset makes good contact with the base
charging contacts.
Place the power cord so
that it does not create
a trip hazard or where
it could become chafed
and create a fire or
electrical hazard.
• After installing the battery pack in the handset, charge your handset at least 15-20 hours
before plugging into the phone line. Once the handset battery pack is fully charged,
connect the telephone line cord to the base and telephone wall outlet.
5) Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to
a telephone outlet once the handset is fully charged.
If your telephone outlet isn't modular type,
contact your telephone company for assistance.
Modular
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D. Choose the dialing mode
Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the phone lines.
However some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas. The default setting
is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows:
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press MENU/MUTE.
2) Press UP or DOWN to move the pointer to “Dial Mode”.
3) Press SELECT/CH and the display will show the current setting.
(The initial setting is Tone.)
4) Press UP or DOWN to change the selection.
5) Press SELECT/CH, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
6) Press END to exit.
Throughout this manual, terms such as Standby and Talk Mode are used. Below is the
terminology explanation.
Standby Mode - The handset is not in use, is off the base, and TALK/FLASH has not been
pressed. A dial tone is not present and the display is blank.
Talk Mode - The handset is not on the base and TALK/FLASH has been pressed enabling a dial
tone. “Talk” appears on the display.
Terminology
• If you are not sure of
your dialing system,
set the unit to tone
dialing. Make a trial
call. If the call
connects, leave the
setting as is,
otherwise set the
unit to pulse dialing.
• If your phone system
requires pulse dialing
and you need to send
DTMF tones in certain
situations during a
call, you may
“switch-over” to tone
dialing. (Refer to
“Tone Dialing Switch-
over” on page 25.)
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GETTING STARTED
To change your Caller ID options:
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press MENU/MUTE.
2) Press UP or DOWN to move the pointer to
“Caller ID Setup”, then press SELECT/CH.
3) Press UP or DOWN to choose “Auto Talk” or “CIDCW”,
then press SELECT/CH.
4) Press UP or DOWN to change the selection.
AutoTalk: “Auto Talk On” or “Auto Talk Off”
CIDCW: “CIDCW On”, “CW Deluxe On” or “CIDCW Off”
5) Press SELECT/CH, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
To complete the setting, make sure to return the handset to the base.
Setting Caller ID Options
There are three Caller ID setup options available: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting),
and Area Code. See page 16 for Area Code setup instructions.
AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing TALK/FLASH. If the phone rings
when AutoTalk is On, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically
answers the call. Or if the handset is not on the base, press any number key, ✱/TONE, or #
to answer the call. If you set AutoTalk to Off, you must press TALK/FLASH to answer the call.
Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting
number. CW Deluxe allows you to handle call waiting calls in seven different ways. (See page 40)
You must subscribe to CIDCW from your phone company in order to use this feature.
The CW Deluxe is a separate service available through your phone company.
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Entering Your Area Code
If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the “Area Code” option, your local area code
does not appear in Caller ID messages. For calls received from outside your local area code,
you will see a full 10-digit number.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press MENU/MUTE.
2) Press UP or DOWN to move the pointer to “Caller ID
Setup”, then press SELECT/CH.
3) Press UP or DOWN to move the pointer to “Area Code”,
then press SELECT/CH.
4) Use the number keypad (0to 9) to enter a 3-digit
area code.
5) Press SELECT/CH, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
• If your calling area
requires 10-digit
dialing, do not
program this option.
• When the area code
has already been
stored in memory,
the stored area code
will be displayed. To
change it, press
DEL/TRANS and the
number keypad to
enter the new
area code.
• To complete the
setting, press
SELECT/CH, then
return the handset
to the base.
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GETTING STARTED
Language option can be used to choose the language of your display. You can select
English, French, or Spanish.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press MENU/MUTE.
2) Press DOWN to move the pointer to “Language“,
then press SELECT/CH.
3) Press UP or DOWN to choose English, French (Français),
or Spanish (Español).
4) Press SELECT/CH, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
Selecting a Language
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The headsets will be used to make or receive a call. With these headsets, you can have
the convenience of hands free communication while using your cordless phone. Two types
of headsets are included, an over the head and an over the ear type.
Headset Installation
Make sure you have installed one of the headsets before making or receiving a call.
Over the Head Type (HS910)
1) Place the headset on your head so the speaker covers
your ear. The other end of the headset should rest
comfortably against the side of your head above your
ear. Do not place the end of the headband against the
other ear.
2) The microphone arm swings over the top of the headset
so you can wear the headset on the left or right ear.
Position the flexible arm so the microphone is about 2
inches away from your mouth.
3) To use the headset, pull back the headset cover and plug
the headset cord into the 2.5mm jack on the top of the
handset. This will automatically disable the speaker on
the phone and activate the microphone on the handset.
During a call, you may plug or unplug the headset
without interrupting your conversation.
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Over the Ear Type (CS100)
1) Press the headset to your ear, then loop the ear-hook
behind your ear as shown.
2) Point the microphone toward your mouth.
3) To use the headset, pull back the headset cover and plug
the headset cord into the 2.5mm jack on the top of the
handset. This will automatically disable the speaker on
the phone and activate the microphone on the handset.
During a call, you may plug or unplug the headset
without interrupting your conversation.
GETTING STARTED
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