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Uniden TRU 8865 Series Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 T R U 8 8 6 5 S E R I E S O W N E R ' S M A N U A L...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WELCOME/FEATURES/TERMINOLOGY CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS DISPLAY AND ICONS SOFT KEY FUNCTION GETTING STARTED Setting up the Phone Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Expanding Your Phone Connecting the Charger Register the Handset Main Menu Options Setting Menu Options BASICS Making and Receiving Calls Call Waiting Placing a Call on Hold Redialing a Call...

  • Page 4: Welcome/Features/Terminology

    [ 2 ] W E L C O M E / F E A T U R E S / T E R M I N O L O G Y purposes. As an Energy Star Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product models meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 5 Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, DirectLink, IntegriSound and Random Code are trademarks of Uniden America. Terminology •Standby Mode - The handset is not in use, and talk/flash or speaker has not been pressed. No dial tone is present.

  • Page 6: Controls & Functions

    Controls & Functions [ 4 ] C O N T R O L S & F U N C T I O N S 1. Handset Antenna 2. Beltclip Hole 3. Speakerphone Speaker and Ringer 4. Handset Battery Compartment 5. New Message LED 6.
  • Page 7 21. In use LED 22. phonebook (P. 40) 23. cid (P. 49) 24. Charge LED 25. Base Charging Contacts 26. intercom/hold (P. 55 & 34) 27. mic (microphone) 28. find handset (P. 58) w w w . u n i d e n . c o m 29.

  • Page 8: Display And Icons

    Display and Icons Example of the standby mode display • Handset •Base Ringer Volume Level This icon changes depending on ringer volume level (High, low and off) ICON Appears During Standby/Talk Standby Talk Talk Talk Standby [ 6 ] D I S P L A Y A N D I C O N S Ringer off icon (when the ringer is off)/ day of the week and time / battery icon Handset ID and Banner Number of new Caller ID calls received (If there are no new Caller ID messages,...
  • Page 9 Animation Displays (Handset only) The handsets have a variety of animation displays. Below are examples of the animation screens and what they mean: Turning on the phone Hanging up the phone Confirmation (Done!) Deleting (Deleted!) Making a call Find Handset/Paging the Handset Also, the animation display changes depending on the ringer volume setting.

  • Page 10: Soft Key Function

    Soft Key Function "Soft" keys are keys that change function during the operation of the phone. There are three soft keys on the base and three on each handset. Soft keys allow you to: - Access the main menu - Set up CIDCW options - Store or edit phone numbers Note: The soft keys will not appear while the handset is charging.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location B. Install the rechargeable battery pack into the handset. C. Connect the base unit. A. Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read "Installation Considerations" on page 67.
  • Page 12 To maximize the charge capacity of your battery pack, DO NOT plug the telephone cord into the base unit and wall jack until the battery is fully charged. •Use only the Uniden (BT-446) rechargeable battery pack supplied...
  • Page 13 C. Connect the base unit 1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply (i.e., an outlet that is not controlled by a switch).

  • Page 14: 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 wall plate. DO NOT use an AC outlet 1) Make the AC adapter and the telephone line cord controlled by a wall through the hole on the wall mount adapter.
  • Page 15 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 16: Expanding Your Phone

    Expanding Your Phone note 10 Handset Expandability Your phone supports up to 10 handsets, including any handsets supplied with your phone. You can now place a fully-featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the handset charger. Up to 2 handsets can be used in DirectLink Mode or on an intercom call without interfering with incoming calls.

  • Page 17: Register The Handset

    Register the Handset If you purchase an extra handset, you need to register the handset before use. Only one handset can be registered at a time. Handsets supplied with the phone are registered to the base by the factory. When charged, pre-registered handsets display a handset ID number.

  • Page 18: Main Menu Options

    Main Menu Options note Your phone has six main menu options: DirectLink Mode, Room/Baby Monitor, Handset Setup, Base Setup, Global Setup and Deregister HS. You can change Room/Baby Monitor, and Global Setup settings from the base or from any • For Global Setup, handset.

  • Page 19: Setting Menu Options

    Setting Menu Options Using the interface Below are some tips for using the software interface on your phone. Press the MENU soft key to access the main menu. • volume up/down • to scroll through options. Press the OK soft key to make a selection. •...
  • Page 20 DirectLink Mode (Handset only) note In DirectLink mode, a pair of handsets can function as two-way radios. DirectLink Mode allows two handsets to communicate with each other without the base unit or a telephone line. Use them at sporting events or while shopping to stay in contact You must have at least with family members or friends.
  • Page 21 Room/Baby Monitor This feature allows you to monitor sounds in another room. Place the base or a handset in the room you wish to monitor; it will function as a microphone. A second handset can be set to function as a remote speaker, allowing you to monitor sounds in the room.
  • Page 22 Handset Setup / Base Setup The following submenu options must be set separately for each handset and the base. Programming your Voice Mail Access Number Edit voice Mail allows you to program or delete the voice mail access number. 1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Handset Setup menu or the Base Setup menu, and then the Edit Voice Mail submenu.
  • Page 23 Selecting a Ringer Tone (Handset only) Ringer tone lets you choose from 10 ringer tones or 10 melodies: - Ringers (Flicker, Clatter, Soft Alert, Wake Up, Light Bug, Beep Boop, Tone Board, Chip Chop, Party Clap, Reminder) - Melodies (Beethoven's Symphony #9 [Beethoven9], For Elise [Elise], We Wish You A Merry Christmas [Merry- Xmas], Home Sweet Home [Hm Swt Hm], Lorri Song #6 [Lorri Song], When the Irish Eyes Are Smiling [Irish Eyes], Aura Lee, Let Me Call You Sweet Heart [Sweetheart], Star Spangled Banner [Star Spngl], Old MacDonald [Old MacDld])
  • Page 24 Distinctive Ringer Setup (Handset only) Distinctive Ringer allows you to assign a designated ring tone to a stored phonebook number. When a call is received and the Caller ID information matches the information in one of the phonebook memory locations, the phone uses the distinctive ring assigned to that particular caller.
  • Page 25 Setting AutoTalk (Handset Only) Autotalk allows you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the cradle. You do not have to press any buttons to answer the call. 1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Handset Setup menu, and then the AutoTalk submenu.
  • Page 26 Setting the True Banner (Handset only) True Banner lets you customize the name your handset displays. The name will be displayed on the LCD screen during Standby Mode, Intercom, Intercom Hold, Room Monitor and Copy Phonebook operation. The banner name will be displayed on the receiving handset as well.
  • Page 27 Adjusting the LCD Contrast Contrast adjusts the handset LCD brightness. Choose one from the 10 levels for optimum viewing. 1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Handset Setup or the Base Setup menu, and then the Contrast submenu. 2) Press volume up/down to adjust the contrast of the LCD (10 levels.) 3) Press the OK soft key.
  • Page 28 Setting the Animation Screen (Handset Only) The Animation Screen displays animation on the handset LCD. The animations will be displayed on the LCD screen during a call, ringer volume setting, paging operation, when you hang up and so on. 1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Handset Setup menu, and then the Animation Screen submenu.

  • Page 29: Global Setup

    Global Setup If you change one of the global settings, you change that setting for all registered handsets and the base. Only one handset can change global settings at a time. Setting Day and Time Day & Time sets the day and time of your display. 1) Press the MENU soft key.
  • Page 30 Setting CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) CIDCW sets the Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) displays the name and number of an incoming call while you are on the line. Call Waiting Deluxe (CWDX) allows you to handle call waiting calls in seven different ways. 1) Press the MENU soft key.
  • Page 31 Setting the Dial Mode Dial Mode sets the dial mode to tone or pulse. Most phone systems use tone dialing; the default setting is tone dialing. Set the dialing mode to match the dialing system used by your local phone service. •...
  • Page 32 Setting Voice Mail Tone Voice Mail Tone sets the voice mail tone. If your service does not support SDT message signal, set your VMWI (Visual Message Waiting Inculcator) not to detect SDT message signal. 1) Press the MENU soft key. Select the Global Setup menu, and then the Voice Mail Tone Submenu.

  • Page 33: Basics

    Making and Receiving Calls This handset has a built-in speakerphone that allows you to have a hands-free conversation. This feature allows you to easily communicate while performing other tasks, such as cooking. icon appears on the display during hands-free conversations. You can easily switch a call from normal conversation to hands-free conversation.

  • Page 34: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting note If you have Call Waiting service and a call waiting tone sounds while you are on a call, press talk/flash on the handset or flash on the base to accept the waiting call. There is a short pause, and then you will •You must subscribe hear the new caller.

  • Page 35: Redialing A Call

    Redialing a Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed from the handset or base. 1) Press the REDIAL soft key in standby mode. 2) Press volume up/down. Each press of up/down will display one of the last three number redialed.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Ringer, And Earpiece And Speaker Volume

    Adjusting the Ringer, and Earpiece and Speaker Volume Ringer volume In standby mode, press the volume up key or volume down key on the handset or base to select one of three ringer volume (Off, Low, or High). Earpiece and Speaker Volume You can select from among six volume levels on the handset and ten levels on the base.

  • Page 37: Muting The Ringer

    Muting the Ringer Do Not Disturb (DND) The do not disturb feature (DND) allows you to mute the ringer, the base, and any registered handsets at the same time. The phone must be in standby mode. Press and hold do not disturb on the base. You will hear a confirmation tone, and the DND LED illuminates.

  • Page 38: Tone Dialing Switch-Over

    With the base While using the base speakerphone, press mute on the base to mute the microphone. again or press speaker. Tone Dialing Switch-over If your telephone company requires pulse dialing, you can switch-over to tone dialing after the call connects. This feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use any automated menu systems, such as telephone bank tellers, telephone prescription refills, customer support menus,...

  • Page 39: Privacy Mode

    Privacy Mode Privacy prevents interruption from other registered handsets or the base. This works only when the phone is in use. Press the PRIVACY soft key on the handset or base during talk mode. appear in the display. To exit the Privacy Mode On Privacy Mode, press the PRIVACY soft key again when the Privacy Mode is on.
  • Page 40 When speaking on the handset 1) Press speaker on the base to initiate the 3-conference call. 2) To hang up, press speaker on the base. The handset will still be connected to the call. When speaking on the base 1) Press talk/flash or speaker on the handset to initiate the 3 or 4-conference call.

  • Page 41: Using One Touch Voice Mail Access

    Using One Touch Voice Mail Access If you subscribe to voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. The New Message LED flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. Just program the handset with your access number, and you can get your messages at the touch of a button.

  • Page 42: Phonebook

    Phonebook (Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive note Rings and Speed Dial) You can store names and numbers in your phone’s phonebook, search for names alphabetically, and dial phonebook entries with just a few key presses. You can •Selecting a Phonebook store up to 50 numbers in the base and up to 100 additional numbers in each location where a number is already...

  • Page 43: Chain Dialing

    4) Press the OK soft key to store the name; appears. Sto re/ Edit No . 5) Use the number keypad, phone number (up to 20 digits). If you make an error, use the DELETE soft key to erase the incorrect digits. When you are finished, press the OK soft key to store the number.

  • Page 44: 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 /tone/ or #/ to move the cursor to the incorrect character.
  • Page 45 For example, to enter Movies: 1) When the phone is in standby mode, press Phonebook and the STORE soft key. appears. Sto re/ Edit Na me 2) Press 6 once, and then press #/ to move the cursor to the right. 3) Press 6 six times.

  • Page 46: Viewing The Phonebook

    Viewing the Phonebook Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory locations, and you can search names in alphabetical order. You can view the phonebook even while the phone is in use. 1) Press phonebook. If you recall the phonebook during a call, the COPY and STORE soft key will not appear.

  • Page 47: Making Calls Using The Phonebook

    Making Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby Mode 1) When the phone is in standby mode, view the phonebook location to dial (see "Viewing the Phonebook" on page 44). 2) Press talk/flash or speaker on the handset or speaker on the base. The displayed number is dialed. 3) To hang up press end on the handset or speaker on the base.

  • Page 48: 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 standby mode, press phonebook. 2) Press select the phonebook locations (see "Viewing the Phonebook" on page 44). a. Editing the Stored Data 1) When the phonebook location to be edited appears, press the EDIT soft key.

  • Page 49: Copying Phonebook Locations

    Copying Phonebook Locations Copy Phonebook allows you to transfer stored phonebook locations from handset to handset or from base to handset (or from handset to base) without having to manually re-enter names and numbers. You can transfer one memory (phonebook location) at a time, or all memory locations at once.

  • Page 50: Caller Id

    Caller ID and CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) note You must subscribe to Caller ID services through your local telephone provider to use these features. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller’s •If you answer a call name, phone number, date and time of call.

  • Page 51: Viewing The Caller Id List

    You may receive any one of the following messages: When invalid data is received; When a private name is received; When a private number is received; When a unknown name is received; When a unknown number is received; 2) When you pick up the phone, the display changes to (AutoTalk feature is set to on).

  • Page 52: Deleting A Caller Id Message

    To view the Caller ID messages with alphabetical search, press the number key pad (2-9 and 0) with the letter associated with the first letter of the desired message. note •During a call, don't 3) To finish the viewing operation: press end on the handset or the call will be disconnected.

  • Page 53: Using The Caller Id Message List

    Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers 1) When the phone is in standby mode, press cid. Press the soft key. DELETE 2) Press volume up/down to choose 3) Press the soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. Using the Caller ID Message List Calling a party from the Caller ID list Standby mode 1) When the phone is in standby mode, select the Caller ID...
  • Page 54 Talk mode 1) During talk mode press cid to review Caller ID message. note 2) Select the Caller ID message you want to dial (see "Viewing the Caller ID List" on page 49). 3) When the Caller ID number is located, press the •When a long distance call will be dialed.

  • Page 55: Call Waiting Deluxe Features

    Call Waiting Deluxe Features Your phone gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button, you can place the caller on hold, send them to your voice mail service, or conference them into your current call. You must subscribe to Call Waiting and Call Waiting Deluxe to use these features.

  • Page 56: Multi-Handset Features

    Multi-Handset Features note The features in this section require a minimum of two handsets to operate. To add additional handsets to your system, see "Expanding Your Phone" on page 14. Handsets can be in Using the DirectLink Mode Direct Link mode while other handsets are in To use this feature, you must enter the handsets use.

  • Page 57: Intercom/Call Transfer Feature

    Intercom/Call Transfer Feature Intercom and Call Transfer features are available for your phone. Intercom From handset to handset or handset to the base 1) In standby mode, press intcom/hold. 2) Select the base or the handset you want to talk with within 30 seconds.
  • Page 58 From the base to a handset 1) In standby mode, press intercom/hold on the base. 2) Select the handset you want to talk with within 30 seconds. To select the handset, press If you select intercom, press intercom/hold or the CANCEL soft key. 3) Follow the steps 3-4 under "From handset to handset or handset to the base"...
  • Page 59 5) To speak to the caller, press talk/flash on the receiving handset or speaker on the base. From the base to a handset 1) During a call, press intercom/hold on the base. The call will automatically be placed on hold. 2) Select the handset you want to talk with within 10 seconds.

  • Page 60: 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 code.

  • Page 61: Installing The Beltclip

    Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. (Headset may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department or visiting the web site. See page 62.) w w w . u n i d e n . c o m...

  • Page 62: Note On Power Sources

    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.
  • Page 63 If the phone is in standby mode, none of keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as quickly as possible, and return the handset to the cradle. Cleaning the battery charging contacts To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the charging contacts on the handset once a month.

  • Page 64: General Information

    [ 6 2 ] A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N • To avoid damage to the phone use only Uniden AD-830 and BT-446, and AD-0005 with your phone.

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base or the charger (if you have more than one The charge LED won't illuminate handset) and wall outlet.
  • Page 66 Symptom • Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control toys, wireless Severe noise interference. • Move to another location or turn off the source of interference. • The handset was picked up before the second ring. • The call was placed through a switchboard. The Caller ID does not display.

  • Page 67: Liquid Damage

    DO NOT use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process. This will cause permanent damage to the handset, base and the microwave oven. After following these steps, if your cordless telephone does not work, please send to: Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service Division 4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
  • Page 68 The FCC Wants You To Know Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the owner's manual, could void your authority to operate this product.

  • Page 69: Precautions & Warranty

    Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uniden") ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.

  • Page 70: I.c. Notice

    I.C. Notice TERMINAL EQUIPMENT NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

  • Page 71: Memory List

    Memory List Name Phone No. w w w . u n i d e n . c o m Name Phone No. Name Phone No. M E M O R Y L I S T [ 6 9 ]...
  • Page 72 Memo w w w . u n i d e n . c o m [ 7 0 ] M E M O R Y L I S T...

  • Page 73: Index

    Index 20 ring options ....21 Animation screen ... . 26 Anykey Answer ....23 Area Code .

  • Page 74: Main Menu Flow Chart

    Main Menu Flow Chart •From standby mode •Base •Handset MENU [ 7 2 ] M A I N M E N U F L O W C H A R T MENU Enter w w w . u n i d e n . c o m...
  • Page 75 •Base •Handset w w w . u n i d e n . c o m M A I N M E N U F L O W C H A R T [ 7 3 ]...
  • Page 76 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 80 T H A N K Y O U F O R B U Y I N G A U N I D E N P R O D U C T. UPZZ01713BZ ©2004 Uniden America Corporation, Fort Worth, Texas. Contains additional foreign articles. Custom manufactured in China.

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