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Cordless Telephone
EXI 8965
Owner's Manual
Thank you for your purchase of the Uniden EXI 8965 cordless
telephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before
using your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After read-
ing the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to it
when necessary.
©1999 Uniden America Corporation
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- Page 1 Cordless Telephone EXI 8965 Owner's Manual Thank you for your purchase of the Uniden EXI 8965 cordless telephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before using your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After read- ing the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to it when necessary.
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Page 2: Memory
Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXI 8965 cordless telephone. This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. -
Page 3: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions DIGITAL 900MHZ talk flash call id pqrs wxyz tone oper redial/p select/ch int'com mute/ring e x t e n d e d r a n g e DIGITAL 900MHz power speaker status mute speaker page/int'com memory pause redial flash extended range... - Page 4 Handset antenna Headset cover Handset battery compartment Handset ring switch Handset speaker LCD display Talk key Volume/Cursor down/ character select key Caller ID key 10. Tone/Backspace key 11. Redial/Pause key 12. Select/Channel key 13. Handset microphone 14. Volume/Cursor up/ Character select key 15.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Introductin / Features ...inside front cover Control and Functions...inside front cover Getting Started Read this first ... 3 Step 1: Checking the package contents ... 4 Step 2: Setting up the base unit ... 5 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack ... 8 Step 4: Entering your area code ... -
Page 6: Read This First
Read this first 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 to 7) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Step 3 (page 8 to9) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. -
Page 7: Step 1: Checking The Package Contents
Step 1 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 (see below). • Base unit • Rechargeable battery pack (BT-905) •... -
Page 8: Step 2: Setting Up The Base Unit
Step 2 Setting up the base unit Do the following steps. • Choose the best location • Connect the base unit • Choose the dialing mode Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERA- TIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure. -
Page 9: Connect The Base Unit
Step 2 (continued) Connect the base unit To install the base unit on the wall, see page 43. Route the cord. To AC outlet AC adapter (supplied) To telephone outlet Telephone line cord (supplied) Note Place the power cord so it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard. -
Page 10: Choose The Dialing Mode
Step 2 (continued) Notes • Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. • Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply. Tips • If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone company for assistance. Choose the dialing mode PULSE Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE switch as follows:... -
Page 11: Step 3: Preparing The Battery Pack
Step 3 Preparing the battery pack Charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before you start using your phone. Black status lamp Press and slide the battery compart- ment cover toward the bottom of the unit. Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity (black and red wires), then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. -
Page 12: When The Battery Charge Becomes Low
Step 3 (continued) Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged • Seven hours coutinuous use. • Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode. When the battery charge becomes low When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. -
Page 13: Step 4: Entering Your Area Code
Step 4 Entering your area code Note If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing, skip this step. You may wish to enter your local area code before you use this phone for the first time, or if you move to a new area. Then the phone can distinguish local or long distance calls to properly dial calls from the Caller ID record. -
Page 14: Making Calls
Making calls Making a call with the handset [On-hook dialing] • ª /tone/ redial/p Press talk or place the handset on the base to end the telephone call. The call-time displays for about 5 seconds. Other Operations To improve reception To adjust the ear speaker volume To temporarily switch to tone dial (When base is set to pulse mode.) - Page 15 Making calls (continued) [Off-hook dialing] Pick up the handset. talk Press . “Talk” appears flashing on the display. Talk The display shows the current selected volume. Talk <High> Dial the phone number. Example: Enter 817-858-3300 Talk 0:17 8178583300 Press talk or place the handset in the base to end the telephone call.
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Page 16: Making A Call With The Base
Making calls Making a call with the base Microphone (continued) Press Dial the number on the keypad. When you finish the call, Press speaker speaker to hang up. -
Page 17: Redialing A Call With The Handset
Making calls (continued) Redialing a call with the handset The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly recalled. [On-hook redialing] redial/p Press The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display. redial/p Press again. Each press of redial/p one of the last three dialed numbers. -
Page 18: Redialing A Call With The Base
Making calls [Off-hook redialing] Redialing a call with the base Note The redial memory stores the numbers after the (continued) Press “Talk” appears flashing on the display. Press The last number dialed will be displayed. History redial cannot be accessed while off-hook. -
Page 19: Receiving Calls
Receiving calls Receiving a call with the handset mute/ring Auto Talk when ringing When the Auto Talk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset from the base unit to answer the phone. (See page 34.) Any key Talk when ringing When the handset is off of the base, pressing any handset key other than lets you answer the phone. -
Page 20: Handset Ringer Tone
Receiving calls Handset ringer tone In the standby mode, press mute/ring Each time is pressed, the ringer tone setting changes and the selected ringer tone sounds for 2 seconds. Handset ringer switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. Handset ear speaker volume Pressing during a telephone call or while the handset is in standby mode,... -
Page 21: Receiving A Call With The Base
Receiving calls Receiving a call with the base Microphone Base ringer switch This switch turns the base ringer on or off. Base speaker volume To control the speaker volume of the base, adjust the VOLUME slide switch as desired. (continued) The base rings. -
Page 22: Memory Storing
Memory storing Your EXI 8965 stores up to 20 name/numbers in handset plus 10 numbers in the base. Storing phone numbers and names With the handset /tone/ redial/p Press select/ch When an empty memory location is selected, “Store Name” is displayed. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the name to be entered. - Page 23 Memory storing Use the • ª name cannot exceed 13 characters. • Use the • ª upper and lower case letters, numbers, punctuation marks and various characters. • Use /tone/ • Use key to delete characters as needed. Press select/ch Number”...
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Page 24: With The Base
Memory storing With the base (continued) Note You can store only numbers in the base’s memory memory Press The status lamp blinks. Dial the number you wish to store. Press memory location number (0-9) on the keypad. The status lamp goes out. A confirmation tone beeps, and the status lamp number is stored. -
Page 25: Memory Dialing
• Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. Press The handset displays your programmed memory locations. 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE 03 MOM AND DAD Press the •... - Page 26 Display a Programmed Number Use the /tone/ numbers display. Program name 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE 03 MOM AND DAD Note When the stored phone number has 14 or more digits, “ \ “ is displayed next to the 12th digit.
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Page 27: One Touch Dialing
Memory dialing With the base Note To use the one-touch dial keys, store numbers in memory locations (1 - 4). You cannot store numbers directly into the one - touch dial keys ( (continued) [One touch dialing] Press the one touch dial key ) to dial the numbers stored in location 1 - 4 on the keypad. -
Page 28: Memory Editing
01 as the location in the selected. key to select ª select/ch , or /tone/ for 2 seconds. Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE keys or number • ª Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE select/ch... - Page 29 Use the /tone/ numbers display. Program name Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE • When the stored phone number has 14 or more digits, " \ " is displayed next to the 12th digit. Press to see the extra digits and...
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Page 30: Memory Erasing
Press and hold The display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE Press the keypad to select the memory location (01 - 20) you would like to edit. - Page 31 Memory erasing After 2 seconds the display returns to the “Memory Store” screen. You may select another number to delete (return to step 4). Press to return to standby. With the base (continued) Memory Store 03 MOM AND DAD memory Press The status lamp blinks.
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Page 32: Mute
Mute You can turn off the base or the handset microphone so that the person whom you are talking with cannot hear you. When speaking with the base When speaking with the handset talk When phone is ringing Press mute/ring when the phone rings. -
Page 33: 3-Way Conference Features
3-way conference features 3-way conference The Uniden EXI 8965 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base and an outside line. When speaking on the handset When speaking on the base speaker Press on the base. This will set the 3-way conversation mode. -
Page 34: Intercom Feature
Intercom feature Using your EXI 8965 intercom Paging from the base to handset Paging from the handset to base page/int'com Press on the base. The handset beeps. (If no answer, press page/int'com again to disconnect.) Paging talk Press int'com handset to answer. “Intercom”... -
Page 35: Call Transfer Feature
Call transfer feature Transferring a call To transfer from the handset to the base To transfer from the base to the handset int'com Press on the handset. The caller is put on hold and the intercom tone sounds on the base. Hold Paging Base Press... -
Page 36: Speakerphone Feature
Speakerphone feature Using the speakerphone You may use the base as a speakerphone. To answer calls, press on the speaker base. To hang up, press again. speaker The base microphone is located under the phone. Position yourself approximately 12 inches away from the base and speak clearly. -
Page 37: Caller Id Service
Caller ID Caller ID service You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your telephone company 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. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and the number of calls. -
Page 38: When The Telephone Rings
Caller's name Caller's phone number Here are some typical displays; When the phone number and name data are received 5/11 12:30PM 01 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 When a private name is received 5/11 12:30PM 01 Private Name 817-858-3300 When an unknown name is received... -
Page 39: Viewing The Caller Id Message List
• Total:02 Press ª ID message. 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 Press ª Or press Press call id UNIDEN CORP 1-817-858-3300 to display the latest caller to see the next message. -
Page 40: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List
(continued) Deleting information from the Caller ID list The EXI 8965 stores up to 50 messages. If more new calls are received, messages stored in the list are deleted beginning with the oldest message in the list. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. -
Page 41: Deleting All Caller Id Name/Numbers
Caller ID (continued) Deleting all Caller ID name/numbers Notes • While using the “ Delete Message ? ” screen if no key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to standby. • If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is cancelled and the telephone returns to standby so you can answer the call. -
Page 42: Using The Caller Id List
Notes • When a long distance call has been set, “ 1 ” appears in the display. • You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your EXI 8965 is connected to private branch exchange (PBX). Press... -
Page 43: Storing Caller Id Messages In Memory Dialing
Press Press to select the ª • memory location. Select Location 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JONE DOE select/ch Press A beep tone will sound. The number is stored in memory, and the display returns to the Caller ID list. 5/17 12:30PM 03... -
Page 44: Flash
Talk 10:30 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 flash Press You will be able to talk with the person that has just called. The first caller will be put on hold. -
Page 45: Additional Information
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. The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set. (See page 3.) In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code. -
Page 46: Mounting The Base Unit On A Wall
Raise the antenna to a vertical position. Align the mounting slots on the base. with the mounting posts on the wall. Push in and down until the phone is firmly seated. Note Use only the Uniden AC adapter supplied with this phone. - Page 47 Additional information Direct wall plate 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.
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Page 48: Installing The Beltclip
Additional information Installing the beltclip To attach the beltclip Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. Headset installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset. To use this feature, simply plug any standard 2.5mm headset plug into the headset jack. -
Page 49: Note On Power Sources
Additional information Note on power sources Battery replacement and handling 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 for a replacement battery. -
Page 50: Troubleshooting
Additional information Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status light won't come on when the handset is placed in the base unit. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can't make or receive calls The handset doesn't ring or receive a page. -
Page 51: Specifications
If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at 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. -
Page 52: Index
Additional information Index 0 - 9 3-way conferencing ...30 Area code ...10 Auto Talk...16, 34 Base ringer switch...18 Base speaker volume ...18 Battery pack Preparing and charging ...8 Replacement and handling ...46 Caller ID service Calling from the Caller ID list ...39 Deleting the Caller ID list...37 Setting the Caller ID options...34 Storing the data of the... - Page 54 Uniden America Corporation 4700 Amon Carter Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76155 Printed in China UCZZ01621BZ...