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Uniden EXT 1865 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions...
  • Page 3 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the EXT 1865 cordless telephone. This phone is designed for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. Features • 900 MHz Digital Transmission with Extended Range •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction / Features ...inside front cover Controls and Functions ...inside front cover Getting Started Read this first...2 Step 1: Checking the package contents...3 Step 2: Setting up the base unit ...4 Mounting the base unit on a wall ...7 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack...9 Basics Making a call ...11...

  • Page 5: Read This First

    Read this first This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps; Step 1 Unpack and check the telephone and accessories. 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.

  • Page 6: Step 1: Checking The Package Contents

    • Guide to Using Advanced Calling Features Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com. • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420) • Wall mount adapter cord (2) •...

  • Page 7: Step 2: Setting Up The Base Unit

    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 CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure.

  • Page 8: Connect The Base Unit

    Connect the base unit If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 7. 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. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

  • Page 9: Choose The Dialing Mode

    Choose the dialing mode Depending on your dialing system, set the PULSE-TONE switch as follows: If your dialing system is Tone Pulse If you aren't sure of your dialing system Make a trial call with the PULSE-TONE switch set to TONE. If the call connects, leave the switch as is;...

  • Page 10: Mounting The Base Unit On A Wall

    Mounting the base unit on a wall Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. 2 - 7 Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. Plug the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to the...

  • Page 11: Direct Wall Plate Mounting

    If the handset beltclip is attached, you cannot charge the handset with the display showing when the phone is mounted on the wall (See page 40). Direct wall plate mounting If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall.

  • Page 12: Step 3: Preparing The Battery Pack

    Preparing the battery pack Charge the battery pack for more than 17 hours before you start using your phone. Use only Uniden Battery (BT-905) supplied with your phone. Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off.

  • Page 13: Cleaning The Battery Contacts

    Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged When the battery charge becomes low Even when the battery pack is not being used, it When the voltage of battery pack will gradually in the handset is very low and discharge over a long period.

  • Page 14: Making A Call

    Making a call With the handset During the operation you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. Press you enter a wrong number at step 1. The number is dialed. After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears.

  • Page 15: Dialing From Talk Mode

    With the base Dialing from talk mode Press . “Talk” flashes on the display. Then the volume setting appears for a few seconds. For example, if the volume is set to high, the display shows: The call-time display appears. Dial the phone number. Example: Enter 8178583300 To hang up, press handset on the base.

  • Page 16: Receiving A Call

    Receiving a call With the handset AutoTalk when ringing When the AutoTalk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset from the base unit to answer the phone. See “Setting Caller ID options” on page 31 for more details. Any key answer when ringing For more information on handling a call waiting...

  • Page 17: With The Base

    With the base The base rings. The status lamp on the base flashes. Press When you finish the call, press to hang up.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Ringer And Earpiece Volume

    Adjusting the ringer and earpiece volume Handset ringer volume In the standby mode, press on the handset to select one of four ringer tone and volume combinations. Handset ringer on/off switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. Earpiece volume Pressing during a telephone call will change the earpiece...

  • Page 19: Redialing A Call

    Redialing a call With the handset The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redialing. Redialing from standby Press The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display.

  • Page 20: Call Waiting

    Redialing from the talk mode With the base Call waiting If you have call waiting service and a call waiting tone sounds, press to accept the call. After a short pause you will hear the new caller. To return to the original caller, press The call waiting feature on the base and handset are independent of each other.

  • Page 21: Memory Dialing

    Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. You can store up to 20 phone numbers in the handset and up to 10 phone numbers in the base. In memory dialing operation, you must press With the handset a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to...
  • Page 22 Press “Store Number” is displayed. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the number to be entered. Use the number keypad or to enter the phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. • Use to enter pause in the dialing sequence. The display shows a “P”.
  • Page 23 With the base You can only store numbers in the base’s memory. If you select the memory location which already has a stored number, it replaces the previous number. Press The status LED blinks. Dial the number you want to store (up to 20 digits). Press enter the memory location number (0-9) on the keypad.

  • Page 24: Making Calls With Memory Dialing

    Making calls with memory dialing With the handset If you press before you can confirm the name and number stored in the selected memory location. To exit the memory function without dialing, press . The handset returns to standby. Display a Programmed Number numbers display.

  • Page 25: Memory Dialing From Talk Mode

    With the base Memory dialing from talk mode Press “Talk” flashes and the volume setting appears. Press Enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location of the desired phone number. The selected phone number is displayed. Then the number is dialed.

  • Page 26: Editing A Stored Name And/Or Phone Number

    Editing a stored name and/or phone number Press the to select “Edit Memory”, then press The following screen appears. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the name to be edited. When a name has not been stored, the cursor appears at the beginning of the second line.
  • Page 27 Use the dial keypad, phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. When the phone number will not be edited, skip this step. Press 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 01, the display shows “Memory01 stored”.

  • Page 28: Erasing A Stored Name And Phone Number

    Erasing a stored name and phone number With the handset Press down to “Delete Memory” command line. Press confirmation screen appears. Press Press There is a confirmation tone and the entry is deleted. If you select NO, the The following screen appears. display return to Memory Store screen.

  • Page 29: Mute

    With the base You can turn off the base microphone so that the person with whom you are talking cannot hear you. When speaking with the base Mute Press The status LED blinks. Press again. Enter the memory location number (0-9) you want to delete.

  • Page 30: 3-Way Conference Features

    3-way conference features 3-way conference The Uniden EXT 1865 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base and an outside line. When speaking on the base Pressing the key on the base while dialing with the handset will set the 3-way conversation mode, and dialing is not affected.

  • Page 31: Intercom Feature

    Using your EXT 1865 intercom Paging from the handset to base If the page is not answered within one minute, the paging sound stops automatically. Paging from the base to handset Intercom feature Press (If no answer, press to disconnect.) At the base, press base microphone.

  • Page 32: 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 Press on the handset. The caller is put on hold and the intercom tone sounds on the base. Press the base.

  • Page 33: Advanced Calling Features

    You can access a list of calling services provided by your local telephone company by pressing the three menu keys ( the base. You may be required to subscribe to these services before they can be used. Please contact your local telephone company for more or to subscribe.

  • Page 34: Caller Id

    Caller ID You must subscribe to the 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. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and the number of calls.

  • Page 35: When The Telephone Rings

    If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (Example: before the second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear. When the call is received via a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID service, the caller's phone number and name do not appear.

  • Page 36: Viewing The Caller Id Message List

    Viewing the Caller ID Message list The Caller ID list stores information for up to 50 incoming calls - even unanswered calls. In Caller ID operation, if no key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to the standby mode.

  • Page 37: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List

    The EXT 1865 stores up to 50 messages. When the phone receives the 51st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. Deleting a Caller ID message If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is canceled.

  • Page 38: Deleting All Caller Id Name/Numbers

    Deleting all Caller ID name/numbers If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is canceled. Press Press Press to select “Yes” or “No”. Press When the pointer is at “Yes”: A tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted. When the pointer is at “No”: The display returns to the summary screen.

  • Page 39: Using The Caller Id List

    Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXT 1865 stores up to 50 messages. When a long distance call has been set, “1” appears in the display. You cannot make a call...

  • Page 40: 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 dialing.

  • Page 41: Using Caller Id On Call Waiting Service

    “Caller ID” and “Call Waiting” are separate services. CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. You must subscribe to the “Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) services” before you can use the following features.

  • Page 42: Changing The Digital Security Code

    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.

  • Page 43: Installing The Beltclip

    Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To Use this feature, simply plug the headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversation.

  • Page 44: Note On Power Sources

    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 45: Troubleshooting

    If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. The status LED 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.
  • Page 46 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 47: Index

    3-way Conference ...27 Adjusting ringer and earpiece/speaker volume...15 Advanced Calling Features ..30 Battery pack Call Waiting...17 Caller ID Connection...5 Dialing mode ...6 Digital security code ...2, 39 E, F, G Earpiece volume...15 Headset installation ...40 I, J, K, L Installing the beltclip...40 Intercom feature ...28 Index Preparing and charging ...9...

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