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Uniden EXI2960 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com Uniden ® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, UltraClear Plus, Random Code, and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. Tone/Pulse Dialing Page/Find 7 Hour Talk Time/14 Day Standby Time...
  • Page 3 Read this First Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Setting Caller ID Options Entering Your Area Code Making and Receiving Calls Terminology Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume Redial Tone Dialing Switch-over Traveling Out-of-Range Selecting a Different Channel Page...
  • Page 4 1. Handset antenna 2. Optional headset jack 3. Beltclip holes 4. Handset battery compartment 5. Handset earpiece 6. LCD display 7. Talk key /left cursor ( )/tone key 9. Caller ID key 10. Volume down 11. Select key 12. Handset microphone and ringer speaker 13.
  • Page 5 This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: Step 1 (page 4) Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 5) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Step 3 (page 6 to 9) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.
  • Page 6 Uniden Parts Department. Base unit Telephone cord Handset AC adapter Beltclip Uniden Parts Department at (800) 554-3988 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 Rechargeable battery Also included: This Owner's Manual •...

  • Page 7: Choose The Best Location

    Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location B. Install the battery pack A. Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure. Here are some important guidelines you should consider: Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight Avoid television sets and...

  • Page 8: Install The Battery Pack

    Do not exert any force on this connection. It could cause damage to the the Uniden Parts battery or to the handset. The plastic connectors will fit together in only one Department. way. Once you are are certain that you have made a good connection, then (See page 4.)

  • Page 9: Low Battery Alert

    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 not in use, ¨ ¨ appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, ¨...
  • Page 10 2) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset on the base unit as shown. Remove the beltclip, if attached, for face up charging. (See "Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall", on page 11.) 3) Then raise the antenna to a vertical position. 4) Make sure that the status LED lights.
  • Page 11 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) Press and hold flash until you hear a confirmation tone.

  • Page 12: Standard Wall Plate Mounting

    Setting the handset retainer clip for wall mounting 1) On the base unit, pull the handset retainer clip out of the slot and rotate it clockwise 180 degrees. 2) Flip the retainer clip from front to back. Slide it back into the slot so that the lip of the retainer is up and the DO NOT use an outlet controlled...
  • Page 13 Direct wall mounting If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following: Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall.
  • Page 14 There are three Caller ID setup options available. They are AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), and Area Code. See page 13 for Area Code setup instructions. AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing the talk button. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is on, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call.
  • Page 15 If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the in Caller ID messages. Do not program this option, if your calling area requires 10-digit dialing. When reviewing Caller ID messages, you will see only the local seven digit number. For calls received from outside your local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number.
  • Page 16 Handset On Base Pick up the handset (AutoTalk) To answer or press talk. a call 1) Pick up the handset. 2) Press talk. 3) Listen for the dial tone. To make 4) Dial the number. a call 1) Pick up the handset. 2) Dial the number, then press talk.
  • Page 17 Ringer tone and volume When the phone is in standby mode, pressing the vol volume and tone. There are two ringer tones each with two volume levels. Continue pressing the vol key to listen to all tone and volume levels. The phone keeps the last ringer tone and volume setting selected. Earpiece volume The handset earpiece volume settings (Low, Medium, High and Maximum) can only be adjusted during a call.
  • Page 18 During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise increases. If you pass the range limits of the base unit, your call will terminate within 30 seconds. If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone’s channel for clear operation.
  • Page 19 Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. Your EXI2960/EXI2965 stores up to 10 names/numbers in handset. 1) Press and hold m until ¨ 2) Press or enter a number (0 - 9) to select the memory location where you would like to store the number.
  • Page 20 4ghi 5jkl 6mno 7pqrs 8tuv 9wxyz For example, to enter Uniden; 1 )Pick up the handset. Press and hold m . 2 )Enter a number or press memory location number. 3 )Press select . 4 )Press 8 twice. 5 )Press 6 five times.
  • Page 21 Memory dialing from Standby Mode 1) Press m. The handset displays your programmed memory locations. 2) Press or enter the number (0 - 9) to select the memory location you would like to dial. 3) Press talk . ¨ ¨ and the volume setting appear on the display. Then the displayed number is dialed.
  • Page 22 The 10 memory locations on the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You may want to store in memory a group of numbers (up to 20 digits) that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing.
  • Page 23 8) Press select. The handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen. The memory storage is complete. For example, if you store a name and number into memory location number 1, the display shows ¨ is displayed. 9) Press m to return to standby mode. 1) Press and hold m until ¨...
  • Page 24 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. • If you answer a The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and the number of call before the calls.

  • Page 25: Deleting A Caller Id Message

    Or press 4) Press call id to return to standby. The EXI2960/EXI2965 stores up to 30 messages. If the phone receives the 31st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually.

  • Page 26: Deleting All Caller Id Names/Numbers

    Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers 1) Press call id. 2) Press delete. • While using the ¨ 3) Press ¨ or ¨ 4) Press select or delete. ¨ screen if no key is pressed When the pointer is at ¨ for more than A tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages 20 seconds, an...
  • Page 27 Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXI2960/EXI2965 stores up to 30 messages. 1) Press call id. Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing 2) Press talk.

  • Page 28: Storing Caller Id Messages In Memory Dialing

    Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing. Using the incoming call information (i.e., Caller ID list), the phone number of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory. 1) Press call id.
  • Page 29 The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set. (See "About the digital security code", page 3.) In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code.
  • Page 30 Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, insert 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.
  • Page 31 When the operating time becomes short, even after a battery is recharged, please replace the battery. With normal usage, your battery should last about one year. Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts Department for a replacement battery. Power Failure During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone.
  • Page 32 If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status LED won't light when the handset is placed in the base. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can't make or receive calls. The handset doesn't ring or receive a page.
  • Page 33 With normal usage, the battery should last about one year. Replacement batteries may be purchased at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.

  • Page 34: At Uniden, We´ll Take Care Of You

    1-800-297-1023 PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters. Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.
  • Page 35 AC adapter information ...31 Adjusting ringer and earpiece volume ...15 Battery pack Information ...31 Installing ...6 Maintenance ...7, 29 Preparing and charging ... 8 Replacement and handling ... 29 Beltclip installation... 28 Caller ID Caller ID service ... 22 Call Waiting ... 16 Deleting ...

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