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Summary of Contents for Uniden DSS 5855 series
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Page 3: Quick Start Guide
Step 1 Charging the Battery Step 2 Connecting Step 3 Making and Receiving a Call Step 4 Setting up Answering System INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERY CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE MAKE A CALL When the handset battery pack is fully Remove the cover. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents QUICK START GUIDE Rocket Dial (One Touch Dialing) Chain Dialing WELCOME/FEATURES Memory Dialing (base only) CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CALLER ID GETTING STARTED Viewing the Caller ID List Read this First Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Checking the Package Contents Using the Caller ID Message List Setting up the Phone THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE... -
Page 5: Welcome/Features
Congratulations on your purchase of this Uniden cordless telephone. This phone is designed Welcome and engineered 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. -
Page 6: Controls And Functions
Controls and Functions 1. Handset Antenna 2. Headset Jack Cover 3. Beltclip Hole 4. Handset Battery Compartment 5. New Message LED 6. Handset Earpiece 7. LCD Display call id (Caller ID)/ (right cursor) Key (Phonebook)/Rocket Dial/ (left cursor) Key spkr (speaker) Key (repeat)/1 Key (delete) (for remote operation)/4 Key /tone Key... - Page 7 27. Base Antenna 28. Base Speaker 37 38 39 40 29. Status LED 30. Message Counter Display (skip) Key (DSS5865 only) (repeat) Key (delete) Key 32. Answer on/off Key 44. Memo rec Key 33. Greeting Key 45. Mute Key 34. Redial/p (pause) Key 46.
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Page 8: Getting Started
Read this First This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: Step 1 (page 7) Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 8) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Step 3 (page 9 to 11) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. -
Page 9: Checking The Package Contents
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 [DSS5855 (1) / DSS5865 (2)*] •... -
Page 10: Setting Up The Phone
Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Installation and safety C. Connect the base unit B. Install the battery pack For maximum range: A. Installation and safety • Keep the antenna free of obstruction. Choose the best location for your phone. When choosing a location for your phone there •... - Page 11 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 • Use only the Uniden cover down until it comes off. battery (BT-446) supplied with your phone.
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Page 12: Low Battery Alert
Battery use time (per charge) Fully charged • Up to 4 hours continuous use • Up to 8 days when the handset is in the standby mode When you charge the handset, Caller ID summary screen and the name of the handset, appears. - Page 13 C. Connect the base unit 1) Connect the AC adapter to the AC ADAPTER jack and to a standard wall outlet. “ ” appears on the base, and it will change to “ ” after a few seconds. “ ” indicates that there are no messages in your answering system.
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Page 14: Terminology
Terminology 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 cradle, and talk/flash or spkr have not been pressed. A dial tone is not present. Talk Mode - The handset is not in the cradle and talk/flash or spkr has been pressed enabling a dial tone. - Page 15 Name Tag If the displayed Caller ID telephone number is exactly the same as a number stored in the phone book, then the stored name will also be displayed with the Caller ID telephone number. 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. •...
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Page 16: Basics
Making and Receiving Calls On the handset, you may also use the speakerphone while talking on your phone. Using the handset speakerphone is called “hands-free conversation”. This feature allows you to easily communicate while performing other tasks, such as cooking. appears during •... -
Page 17: Redialing A Call
Redialing a Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. Redialing from Standby Mode • If the number exceeds 1) Press redial/p. The phone number that was last dialed 32 digits, only the first from the handset appears on the display. 32 digits are retained 0295979035 in redial memory. -
Page 18: Ringer Volume Setup
Ringer Volume Setup 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. 2) Press + or - to move the pointer to “ ”. Ringer Volume • If you select “Ringer Off”, 3) Press select/ch. “ ” <Ringer Off> 4) Press + or - to move the pointer through the ringer settings appears on the display (Ringer Off, Ringer Low, or Ringer High). -
Page 19: Distinctive Ringer Setup
Distinctive Ringer Setup “Distinctive Ringer” allows you to preset memory locations with a designated ring tone. When an incoming call is received and the Caller ID information matches the information in one of the memory locations, the Distinctive Ring that has been stored for that particular See ”Storing Phone caller will sound. -
Page 20: Mute Microphone
Mute Microphone You can temporarily turn Off the microphone so that the person you are talking with cannot hear you. • If you press end to With the handset cancel muting, the call During a telephone call press and hold menu/mute to turn Off the is disconnected and the phone will return to the microphone, and “... -
Page 21: Selecting A Different Channel
Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone’s channel for clear operation. This function works only when the phone is in use. Press select/ch. “ ” appears on the display, indicating the phone is changing Scanning to another channel. -
Page 22: Transferring A Call
Transferring a Call • If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. The handset returns to the standby mode. • Returning the handset to the base will not cancel the transfer. •... -
Page 23: Flash And Call Waiting
Flash and Call Waiting If the call waiting tone sounds during a call: AUSTRALIA: Press talk/flash (or flash on the base), then 2 to You must subscribe switch between callers. through your local NEW ZEALAND: Press talk/flash (or flash on the base) to switch telephone company to receive Call between callers. -
Page 24: Phonebook
Phonebook Phonebook allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory location, and you can search names in alphabetical order. You have a total of 100 locations that can be used for the phonebook (including the Speed dials) and Caller ID messages. - Page 25 2) Press select/ch, “ ” appears. Store/Edit Name 3) Store the name (up to 16 characters) by using the number keypad. • When the memory is • See the “Steps for entering names and special characters” (see page 24). full, you will hear a •...
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Page 26: Steps For Entering Names And Special Characters
Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters. With each press of a number key (0-9), the displayed character appears in the following order: Upper case letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding to the key. Number of times key is pressed If you make a mistake while entering a name /Rocket Dial/ . - Page 27 For example, to enter Uniden: 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press /Rocket Dial/ . The handset displays the number of phonebook locations you have stored, and how to search and store the phonebook locations. 2) Press select/ch, “...
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Page 28: Viewing The Phonebook
The first location that begins with the letter you entered appears. For example, to search for “Uniden”, press 8 two times. Press + or - until the • During a call, don’t press phonebook location is displayed. -
Page 29: Making Calls Using The Phonebook
Making Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby Mode 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press /Rocket Dial/ . 2) Press + or - to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 26). 3) Press talk/flash or spkr. The displayed number is dialed. 4) To hang up press end. -
Page 30: Editing Or Erasing A Stored Name, Phone Number Distinctive Ring, And Speed Dial
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press /Rocket Dial/ . 2) Press + or -, or the number keypad to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 26). a. -
Page 31: Rocket Dial (One Touch Dialing)
Rocket Dial (One Touch Dialing) You can store a number you dial often in the Rocket Dial. The rocket dialing allows you to dial a number with one key press. • Memory location for the Rocket Dial is Storing the Rocket Dial independent from the 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press memory location for... -
Page 32: Chain Dialing
Chain Dialing The memory locations in the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You can also store a group of numbers (up to 20 digits), that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing. An example of this is a bank account number. -
Page 33: Caller Id
Caller ID You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller’s name and phone number on the display before you answer the phone. Additionally, you can dial the •... -
Page 34: Viewing The Caller Id List
Viewing the Caller ID List The Caller ID list stores information for incoming calls – even unanswered calls. You can store 100 of the Caller ID messages and Phonebook locations (including Speed Dials) in total. You can view the Caller ID list during a call or when the phone is in the standby The number of calls from mode. -
Page 35: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Deleting a Caller ID message 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, and while the incoming Caller ID information is displayed, press xfer/del. Once the Caller ID data has been deleted, “... -
Page 36: Using The Caller Id Message List
Using the Caller ID Message List Calling a party from the Caller ID list From Standby mode • You cannot make a call 1) Press call id/ . The summary screen appears. The screen shows from the Caller ID list if the number of new messages and the total number of messages. -
Page 37: Rocket Dial
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, while the incoming Caller ID information is displayed, press /Rocket Dial/ . 2) Press + or - to choose “ ” (Phonebook locations) Store in PB? or “ ” (Rocket Dial location). To cancel Storing, Store in SD? select “... -
Page 38: The Integrated Answering Device
The Integrated Answering Device The phone has a built-in answering system that answers and records incoming calls. You can also use your answering system to record a conversation, leave a voice memo message, or to announce a special outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone. Features •... -
Page 39: Setting Up Your Answering System
Screen Incoming Calls You can screen calls when the answering system is On. 1) After the answering system answers, the base speaker will let you hear the calls as the machine records the message. 2) To answer the call, press (Talk) or pick up the handset from the base (when •... -
Page 40: Setting The Base Ringer Volume
Choosing between the two outgoing messages When the phone is in the standby mode, press greeting. Press greeting again when the outgoing message is played. Each time greeting is pressed, the outgoing message is switched between the pre-recorded and the personal outgoing message. Deleting an outgoing message To delete the personal outgoing message, press while the message is playing. - Page 41 Adjusting the speaker volume level When the base speaker is in use or in the standby mode, press on the base to adjust the volume. Press volume for louder or for softer. The numbers 0-9 appear on the base indicating the volume levels. 0 being the softest and 9 being the loudest.
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Page 42: Setting The Time
Setting the Time The clock on the answering system starts when power is supplied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time. 1) Press menu. The system announces the current time. The message counter displays the day of the week •... -
Page 43: Announce Only Feature
Setting the Ring Time The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can set the ring time to answer after four, six, or nine rings. Setting “TS” (Toll Saver), the answering system picks up after six rings if you have new messages, and after nine rings if there are none. - Page 44 If you want to use your own greeting, you may want to change your greeting to omit the prompt to leave a message. Refer to “Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)” on page 37. The following message is pre-recorded: “Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again.” Setting the Message Alert Message Alert feature lets you know when you have a new incoming message by sounding a short alert tone.
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Page 45: Using Your Answering System
Using your Answering System The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The answering system is designed to play your new messages first. After you play all your new messages, you can then play your old messages. -
Page 46: Skipping A Message
Skipping a message 1) Press to review your messages. The number of stored messages is announced. 2) Press at anytime to skip to the next message. Each time is pressed, the system scans forward one message. If you have several messages, press repeatedly to find the message you want to play. -
Page 47: Voice Memo
Voice memo The voice memo function allows the user to record messages (more than 2 seconds and within 10 minutes). 1) Press and hold memo rec. You hear a beep. 2) Start your recording after the announcement “Record memo message” and a confirmation tone. -
Page 48: Remote Operation
Remote Operation You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone or the handset. Remote access away from home For your convenience a remote operation card is You can check, play, or delete messages, even record a new greeting message when you provided for you to use are away from home. - Page 49 5) After the command has finished, you hear intermittent beeps indicating that the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another command at this time from the chart above. 6) When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering system automatically returns to standby.
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Page 50: Playing Incoming Messages
Playing incoming messages 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press -/remote on the handset. “ ” appears on the handset display. The answering system announces Remote Playback the current time and the number of messages stored in the memory. Messages will be played in the order in which they were received. -
Page 51: Expanding Your Phone
Expanding Your Phone Your phone supports up to 2 handsets (the original handset and the second handset). You can now place a fully featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the handset charger. Additionally, you can transfer an outside call to another handset. •... -
Page 52: Call Transfer Feature
Call Transfer Feature You can transfer an outside call to the additional handset, or receive a transferred call from the additional handset. • If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. •... - Page 53 Registration For the DSS5865 handset No.2, you can use it with the DSS5865 base without registering the handset. However, you need to register the DSS5865 handset No.2 each time you change the digital security code of the original base. Follow the instructions under “Registering the Second Handset”...
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Page 54: Additional Information
Changing 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 You will need to re- code. -
Page 55: Installing The Beltclip
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes. Headset Installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, insert the headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. Headset is available through Uniden authorized retailers. -
Page 56: Note On Power Sources
Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts Department for a replacement battery. (See page 7) Warning To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden battery and Uniden adapter specifically designated for this product. -
Page 57: General Information
With normal usage, the battery should last about one year. A replacement Uniden adapter and battery may be purchase at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting the Service Division (See page 7). -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom Suggestion The status LED won’t illuminate • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. when the handset is placed in •... - Page 59 Symptom Suggestion The handset doesn’t communicate • Change the digital security code (See page 52). with the base or the other handset. • Make sure that you have registered the second handset (DSS5805 only). “ Unavailable ” message is • Make sure the other handset is not already in use. Both handsets cannot be displayed on the LCD screen of in talk mode at the same time.
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Page 60: Warranty
(B) Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) Improperly installed, (D) Repaired by someone other than an authorised Uniden Repair Agent for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or as part of a system not manufactured by Uniden, (F) Warranty is only valid in original country of purchase. -
Page 61: Remote Operation Card
Remote Operation Card C U T REMOTE OPERATION CARD Remote access away from Turn on the answering home system remotely 1. Call your phone number from a 1. Call your phone and let it ring touch-tone phone. 15 times until you hear a beep. 2. - Page 62 C U T Task Repeat a Message Playing incoming Messages Skipping a Message Deleting a Message Stop Operation Answering System On Memo Record/Stop Greeting Message Record/Stop Answer System Off Help Guidance [ 60 ] R E M O T E O P E R A T I O N C A R D...
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Page 63: Index
Index 0 - 9 Channel ........19 3-way Conferencing ....19 Clock ........40 Receiving a Call ......14 10 Ring Options......16 Conversation, Recording ....45 Redialing a Call ......15 Registering the Second Handset ..49 Remote Access Digital Security Code ....6, 52 Announce Only Feature ....41 Away from Home ....46 Distinctive Ringer ....17 Answering System...