Uniden EXLA8950 Owner's Manual

900mhz cordless phone with digital answering system

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  • Page 2 Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXLA 8950 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 talk batt mute talk flash mute pqrs oper tone redial/p int'com ringer e x t e n d e d r a n g e Long wxyz chan DIGITAL 900MHz clock volune status speaker delete play DIGITAL greeting voice memo speaker...
  • Page 4 Handset antenna Headset jack cover Handset battery compartment Handset ring switch Handset earpice Talk/Battery LED Talk key Volume down key Flash key 10. Tone key 11. Redial/Pause key 12. Intercom key 13. Handset microphone 14. Mute LED 15. Volume up key 16.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction / 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 Mounting the base unit on a wall ...8 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack ...10 Basics Making a call ...12 LDM (Long Distance Manager) ...13...
  • Page 6: Read This First

    Read this first This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps; Step 1 Step 2 Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. About the digital security code This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your base unit.
  • Page 7: Step 1: 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 (see below). • Base unit • Handset • Rechargeable • Telephone line...
  • Page 8: 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 9 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120VAC wall outlet.
  • Page 10: Choose The Dialing Mode

    Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply. If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone company for assistance. PULSE TONE Set the switch to...
  • Page 11: 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 Wall plate AC adapter AC outlet Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base.
  • Page 12 (with their appropriate anchoring device), 3-15/16 inches apart. Allow about 3/16 of an inch between the wall and screwheads for mounting the phone. Refer to steps 1 through 9 on pages 8 and 9 to mount the telephone.
  • Page 13: Step 3: Preparing The Battery Pack

    Preparing the battery pack Charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before you start using your phone. Use only Uniden Battery BT-905. Black Press the battery cover release. Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity (black and red wires), then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment.
  • Page 14: Cleaning The Battery Contacts

    When the voltage of battery pack in the handset is very low and base unit after a needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate telephone call for functions in order to save power. If the battery charge becomes low charging the battery.
  • Page 15: Making A Call

    Making a call The phone number can be up to 32 digits. Other Operations To improve reception To adjust the earpiecer volume To temporarily switch to tone dial (When base is set to pulse mode) To enter a pause within the numbers dialed To use Call Waiting service From the handset...
  • Page 16: Ldm (Long Distance Manager)

    LDM (Long Distance Manager) Sign up and Registration 1. Before using the LDM feature, you must register your phone by calling 1-800-458-2682. 2. You will be asked a few simple questions, such as name, address, and phone number. 3. Each month you will receive an itemized bill for calls placed through the LDM service.
  • Page 17: From The Handset

    Private Branch Exchange (PBX) dialing Redial will not function when using the LDM thruogh a PBX. NOTES From the handset Press talk Dial out by entering 9 on the keypad, or any sequence of numbers required to access an outside line. Listen for dial tone.
  • Page 18: Receiving A Call

    Receiving a call From the handset From the base Handset on the base Phone rings. The “ talk/batt ” LED flashes. Pick up the handset and speak. Press talk or return the handset to the base to finish the call. Handset off the base Phone rings.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Ringer And Earpiece Volume

    To control the speaker volume of the base, adjust the volume is pressed, the ringer r in g e r o ff during a telephone call will change the • ª ª ª • • in Loud mode or press •...
  • Page 20: Redialing A Call

    Redialing a call From the handset The last number you called can be quickly redialed. If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redialing. To use Long Distance Manager, press , instead of LongDst talk Using the speakerphone...
  • Page 21: Mute

    You can turn off the sound from the handset microphone. When speaking on the handset Ringer mute Press immediately mute the ring. Press during a telephone mute call, to turn off the handset microphone. To cancel mute, press mute talk...
  • Page 22: Storing Phone Numbers

    Storing phone numbers Your EXLA 8950 stores up to 10 numbers in handset plus 10. On the handset You must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. If you return the handset to the cradle, the phone will return to standby too.
  • Page 23: Making Calls With Memory Dialing

    Making calls with memory dialing From the handset To use Long Distance Manager, press , instead of LongDst talk Pick up the handset. Press . The “ talk/batt ” LED talk blinks. Press Press on the keypad to select the memory location you wish to dial.
  • Page 24: Erasing A Stored Phone Number

    Erasing a stored phone number From the handset . The “ talk/batt ” LED Press blinks. Press again. Enter the memory location number of the number you wish to delete. A confirmation tone indicates the memory has been erased.
  • Page 25: 3-Way Conferencing

    3-way conferencing The Uniden EXLA 8950 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base, and an outside line. Pressing the speaker key on the base while dialing with the handset will set the 3-way When speaking on the handset conversation mode and dialing will continue.
  • Page 26: Using Your Exla 8950 Intercom

    Using your EXLA 8950 intercom Intercom from the handset to base Intercom from the base to handset Press on the handset. int'com At the base, Press page/int'com to answer the page. speaker To turn off the intercom, press on the handset or speaker base.
  • Page 27: Transferring A Call

    Transferring a call To transfer from the handset to the base To transfer from the base to the handset Press int'com on the handset while speaking on the handset. The caller is put on hold. The handset and base will enter the intercom call mode.
  • Page 28: The Integrated Answering Device

    The integrated answering device The EXLA 8950 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 for others who use the phone, or to announce a special message to callers when you're away from your phone.
  • Page 29: Setting Up Your Answering System

    Setting up your answering system Turning the answering system on/off Setting the clock The clock on EXLA 8950 Answer System starts when power is applied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time. Press multiple times to scroll through days, hours, minutes, etc.
  • Page 30: Setting Your Greeting

    Setting your greeting When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a preset message or your own greeting. Preset Message ª The following message is prerecorded: "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone."...
  • Page 31: Selecting The Message Record Time

    Selecting the message record time You can set your answering system to record messages up to one or four minutes long. One minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 1 . Four minutes option: move the REC TIME switch to 4 . Announce only feature: ª...
  • Page 32 Setting ring time switch The ring time /toll saver switch allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before the answering system plays your outgoing message. You can set RING TIME the switch to answer after two 2/4/TS rings or after four rings.
  • Page 33: Using Your Answering System

    Using your answering system Playing your message The base LED shows the number of total messages on the display. If the display is blinking, then there are new messages waiting for you. The EXLA 8950 is designed to play your new messages first.
  • Page 34: Repeating A Message

    Repeating a message Pressing before 2.5 seconds (4.5 seconds from remote) of the message has played causes the system to scan back one message. If you have several messages, press until you return to the message you want to replay. Skipping a message Each time pressed, the system scans...
  • Page 35: Deleting A Message

    Deleting a message Deleting individual message ª When you press delete, you are permanently deleting the message. Once deleted, the message cannot be replayed. Deleting all messages ª Press and hold sounds when all messages are cleared. Voice memo The voice memo function allows the user to record a message (up to 10 minutes) on the base.
  • Page 36: Recording A Conversation

    Recording a conversation You can record up to 10 minutes of conversation while you are making your call from the handset. A recorded conversation is treated as a typical message and will be added to the stored messages. NOTES During the conversation from the handset.
  • Page 37: Remote Access Away From Home

    Remote access away from home You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete messages, even to record a new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the room.
  • Page 38: Remote Room Monitor

    Remote room monitor You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and monitor sounds in the room where your base is installed. Call your telephone number. While the answering machine is activated, press # and your PIN code.
  • Page 39: Changing The Digital Security Code

    (See page 3.) or the battery pack In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone removed, the digital is using the same security code, you can change the code. security code is erased.
  • Page 40: Installing The Beltclip

    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 41: Note On Power Sources

    During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone. • Use the specified battery pack. • Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it. • Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    • Make sure that you are not too far from the base. • Check both ends of the base unit telephone line cord. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base unit and wall outlet. • Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes, then reconnect it.
  • Page 43 Symptom The answering system • Make sure the base unit is plugged does not work. • Make sure that the answering system is turned on. Messages are • The incoming messages may be too incomplete. long. Remind callers to leave a brief message.
  • Page 44: 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,...
  • Page 45: Index

    Index 0 - 9 3-way conferencing...22 Answering device Features...25 Setting up...26 Using ...30 Base ringer switch...16 Battery pack Preparing and charging ...10 Replacement and handling ...38 Channel ...12 Connection...6 Dialing mode ...7 Digital security code ...3, 36 E, F, G Earpiece volume...16 Headset installation ...37 I, J, K...

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