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Uniden CXA 15698 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome/Accessibility..3 Terminology/Manual.Conventions...4 Product.Overview...5 Controls.and.Functions...6 Using.the.Interface...8 Using the Base Menus ... 8 Using the Handset Menus ... 8 Installing.the.Phone...9 Choosing the Best Location ... 9 Connecting the Base and Corded Handset ... 0 Testing the Connection ...  Changing the Dial Mode ...
  • Page 3 Setting the Number of Rings ... 43 Activating the Message Alert ... 44 Setting a Security Code or Personal Identification Number (PIN) ... 44 Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting) ... 45 Using.Your.Answering.Machine...47 Turning the Answering Machine On/Off ... 47 Reviewing Messages ... 47 Screening a call ...

  • Page 4: Welcome/Accessibility

    AutoTalk, AutoStandby and UltraClear Plus are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. Accessibility Uniden provides a customer service hotline for accessibility questions. If you have a disability and need customer service assistance or if you have any questions about how Uniden’s products can accommodate persons with disabilities, please call the accessibility voice/TTY line: -800-874-934.

  • Page 5: Terminology/Manual.conventions

    Terminology Base The main part of the phone that connects to your phone line and lets you make and receive calls. Charger A cradle that charges the handset battery. It connects to power but does not connect to a phone line. Caller ID is available from your telephone provider.

  • Page 6: Product.overview

    Product.Overview Main.Phone.Features • 5.8GHz Extended Range Technology • Corded/Cordless Telephone System • Make and Receive Calls During a Power Failure • Dual Keypad and Backlit Screens • Caller ID and Caller ID on Call Waiting • 50 Number Caller ID List in the Base and Handset •...

  • Page 7: Controls.and.functions

    Controls.and.Functions Main.Base.Unit 1112 25 26 . Corded base handset 2. in.use LED 3. message LED 4. [answer on/off] key and LED 5. [greet] key 6. Base speaker 7. [dnd] (do not disturb) key and LED 8. [hold] key and LED 9.
  • Page 8 Handset Charger . Handset antenna . Handset antenna 2. Belt clip hole 2. Belt clip hole 3. Jack for optional headset 3. Jack for optional headset 4. Handset ringer speaker 4. Handset ringer speaker 5. Handset battery 5. Handset battery compartment compartment 6.

  • Page 9: Using.the.interface

    Using.the.Interface Using.the.Base.Menus • Press [clock/menu] on the base to access the base main menu. • Use [cid.select/ ] or [cid.select/ ] to scroll through options. • Press [set] on the base to make a selection. • For your convenience, voice prompts will guide you through the base main menu (except LCD Contrast and Dial Mode settings).

  • Page 10: Installing.the.phone

    Installing.the.Phone Choosing.the.Best.Location Before choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider: Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Choose a central location • The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet (one which is not connected to a switch).

  • Page 11: Connecting The Base And Corded Handset

    3) Connect the AC adapter to the DC.IN.9V jack and to a standard 20V AC wall outlet. CAUTION: To avoid risk of fire and shock, only use the Uniden.AD-314.AC.adapter. 4) Route the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown.

  • Page 12: Testing The Connection

    Testing.the.Connection There’s an easy way to test your connection: try making a call from your base. If your call connects, your phone’s settings are fine. If your call does not connect: ) Check the AC adapter cord. Make sure it is securely connected to the DC.IN.9V connector and to a standard AC power outlet.

  • Page 13: Mounting The Base Unit On A Wall

    2) Plug the AC adapter to the DC.IN.9V jack. CAUTION: To avoid risk of fire and shock, only use.the.Uniden.AD-314.AC.adapter. 3) Route the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown.

  • Page 14: Direct Wall Mounting

    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 15: Installing The Rechargeable Battery Pack For Cordless Handset

    3) Make sure you have a good connection by slightly pulling on the battery wires. If the connection is secure, the battery jack will remain in place. 4) Place the battery case cover back on the cordless handset and slide it upwards until it clicks into place. Note:.Use.only.the.Uniden.(BT-905).rechargeable.battery.pack.supplied. with.your.phone.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Cordless Handset And Charger

    To check the battery, slide the battery compartment door open and check the battery cables to ensure a tight and proper connection. If your handset still does not work, please contact Uniden’s Customer Service department. Please see back cover for contact information.

  • Page 17: Installing The Belt Clip

    Your phone may be used with an optional headset. To use this feature, insert the headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. (Headsets may be purchased by visiting our website at www.uniden.com or by calling our Parts Department. See back cover page.)

  • Page 18: Base.setup

    Base.Setup Setting.the.Day.and.Time To set the day and time on your phone, do the following: ) When the phone is in standby, press [clock/menu] on the base. 2) Press [set] to select TIME. The system announces "Time", the current time and the voice guidance for setting the time.

  • Page 19: Setting Caller Id On Call Waiting (Cidcw)

    Setting.Caller.ID.on.Call.Waiting.(CIDCW) Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) displays the name and number of an incoming call while you are on the line. ) When the phone is in standby, press [clock/menu] on the base. 2) Press [cid.select/ ] to move the pointer to select CIDCW, and then press [set]. 3) Press [cid.select/ ] or [cid.select/ ] to select ON or OFF, and then press [set].

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Base Display (Lcd Contrast)

    Adjusting.the.Base.Display.(LCD.Contrast) You can adjust the contrast or brightness of the text that appears on your base display. Choose one of ten levels for optimum viewing. ) When the phone is in standby, press [clock/menu] on the base. 2) Press [cid.select/ ] to move the pointer to select LCD CONTRAST and then press [set].

  • Page 21: Selecting A Language For The Handset Display

    Selecting.a.Language.for.the.Handset.Display You can change the language the cordless handset will display. Choose from ENGLISH, FRENCH, or SPANISH. ) When the phone is in standby, press and hold [mem/menu] on the cordless handset. 2) Press [ ] to move the pointer to select LANGUAGE. 3) Press [select/int’com] to toggle between ENG (English), FR.

  • Page 22: Using.the.speed.dial.memory

    Using.the.Speed.Dial.Memory Your cordless handset allows you to store up to ten names and numbers in the cordless handset and base. You can dial these numbers with just a few key presses. The speed dial memory is not limited to just phone numbers. You can store any number (up to twenty digits) that you need to enter once your call connects.
  • Page 23 4) Enter a name according to the instructions below, then press [select/int’com] ([set] on the base). If no name is required, go to step 5. • The name can be up to fourteen characters. • Use [ /tone/ ] and [#/ ] to move the cursor to the desired location.
  • Page 24 If.you.make.a.mistake.while.entering.a.name Use [ /tone/ ] or [#/ ] to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press [delete/channel] ([ ] (delete) on the base) to erase the wrong character. Then enter the correct character. To delete all characters, press and hold [delete/channel] ([ ] (delete) on the base). 5) STORE NUMBER is displayed.

  • Page 25: Storing Caller Id In Speed Dial Memory

    Storing.Caller.ID.in.Speed.Dial.Memory Caller ID names and numbers shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in speed dial memory. To store a caller id name/number to memory: ) When the phone is in standby, press [ number to be stored from the Caller ID list by pressing [ 2) Press [mem/menu] ([mem] on the base).

  • Page 26: Using.your.phone

    Using.Your.Phone During.a.Power.Failure Because the phone is a corded/cordless combination phone, it can still perform several of its functions during a power failure. The following features will function with base corded handset even during a power failure: -- Making and receiving calls with the base corded handset -- Corded handset volume control -- Call Waiting (Base corded handset only) -- Redialing the last number dialed (Base corded handset only)

  • Page 27: Making And Receiving Calls

    Making.and.Receiving.Calls From.the.cordless.handset. ) Pick up the handset from the charger. 2) Press [talk/flash]. 3) Listen for the dial tone. Making.a. 4) Dial the number. call ) Pick up the handset from the charger. 2) Dial the number. Then press [talk/flash]. ) Pick up the handset from the charger.

  • Page 28: Switching.between.the.base.speakerphone.and.corded.handset.during.a.call

    Switching.between.the.Base.Speakerphone.and.Corded.Handset.During.a.Call To switch a call from the corded handset on the base to the base speakerphone, press [ ] (speaker) on the base. To switch from a base speakerphone call to the base corded handset, pick up the corded handset. Making.a.Call.from.Speed.Dial.Memory To make a call from speed dial memory: ) When the phone is in standby, press [mem/menu] ([mem] on the base).
  • Page 29 To.cancel.speed.dialing If accessing the list when the phone is in standby, press [end] ([ If accessing the list during an active call, press [mem/menu] ([mem] on the base) to exit the list immediately. If no key is pressed for thirty seconds, the cordless handset or base will exit the speed dial list automatically. Note: Pressing [end] on the handset or [ ] (speaker) on the base to exit the speed dial list during a call.will.disconnect.the.call.immediately.

  • Page 30: Redialing The Last Dialed Number

    Redialing.the.Last.Dialed.Number From.the.cordless.handset. ) Pick up the handset from the charger. 2) Press [talk/flash]. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Press [redial/pause]. ) Pick up the handset from the charger. 2) Press [redial/pause]. 3) Press [talk/flash]. Adjusting the Ringer, and Earpiece and Speaker Volume Selecting.the.Cordless.Handset.Ring.Tone.and.Volume Your phone has five different ringer tone/volume combinations you can choose from.

  • Page 31: Setting.the.base.ringer.volume

    Setting.the.Base.Ringer.Volume The base has three settings for ringer volume: High, Low, and Off. ) When the phone is in standby, press [cid.select/ ] or [cid.select/ ]. 2) The base will sound the ringer volume at the selected setting and display the new ringer volume.

  • Page 32: Do Not Disturb (Dnd) (All Calls)

    Do.Not.Disturb.(DND).(All.calls) The do not disturb feature (DND) allows you to mute the ringer on the base and cordless handset at the same time. The phone must be in standby mode. Press and hold [dnd] the base. You will hear a confirmation tone, and the do. not.disturb LED illuminates on the base.

  • Page 33: Using Call Waiting

    Using.Call.Waiting If you subscribe to Call Waiting through your local telephone company, you can receive calls while on the line. To answer a call waiting call: ) While on the phone, you will hear a call waiting tone. (If you have CIDCW service activated, you will see the name and number of the incoming caller.

  • Page 34: Find Handset

    Find.Handset If you misplace the cordless handset, press [find hs/intercom] on the base. The cordless handset will beep for sixty seconds. To cancel the page, press [find hs/ intercom] on the base. The cordless handset will also stop beeping automatically when an incoming call is received.

  • Page 35: Conferencing

    Conferencing With this phone system, up to three people can participate in a conference call while using an outside line, the cordless handset, and the base. Joining.a.Conference.Call You can easily join a call already in progress. From.the.cordless.handset Joining.the. During a call from the base, conference.

  • Page 36: Intercom

    Intercom The intercom feature lets you communicate between the cordless handset and base without using the phone line. You can make an intercom call while an outside caller is on hold; making an intercom call will not terminate the call on hold.

  • Page 37: Transferring A Call

    Answering.and.Hanging.up.an.Intercom.Page On.the.cordless.handset ) Pick up the handset from the charger. (If AutoTalk is on, the phone answers automatically when you pick up the handset from the charger.) Answering. 2) Press [select/int’com] or [talk/flash]. an.Intercom. Page If the handset is off the charger, press [select/int’com] or [talk/flash].

  • Page 38: Tone Dialing Switch-Over

    Tone.Dialing.Switch-over If your telephone company requires pulse dialing, you can temporarily switch over to tone dialing after the call connects. This feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use automated such as telephone bank tellers, telephone prescription refills, customer support menus, etc. If your phone is set to pulse dialing mode, make your call normally.

  • Page 39: Caller.id.and.cidcw.(Caller.id.on.call.waiting)

    Caller.ID.and.CIDCW.(Caller.ID.on.Call.Waiting) 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 name, phone number, date and time of call. The incoming call information is stored in the Caller ID record. If the Caller ID service includes the caller’s name, the caller’s name appears on the display (up to fifteen letters).

  • Page 40: Caller Id On Call Waiting (Cidcw)

    Caller.ID.on.Call.Waiting.(CIDCW) If you subscribe to CIDCW offered by your telephone company, you will hear a Call Waiting tone while you are on a call, and the Caller ID data will be displayed at the cordless handset or base. To accept the waiting call, press [talk/flash] on the cordless handset or [flash] on the base (see page 32).

  • Page 41: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List

    Deleting.Information.from.the.Caller.ID.List If the phone receives more Caller ID messages than it can store, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. Deleting.a.Caller.ID.message ) When the phone is in standby, press [ deleted from the Caller ID list by pressing [ 2) Press [delete/channel] ([ ] (delete) on the base).

  • Page 42: The.integrated.answering.machine

    The.Integrated.Answering.Machine The phone has a built-in answering machine that answers and records incoming calls. You can also use your answering machine to record a conversation, leave a voice memo message, or to announce a special outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone. Features •...

  • Page 43: Setting.up.your.answering.machine

    Setting.Up.Your.Answering.Machine • For your convenience, voice prompts will guide you through the menus. • Press [ ] (play/stop) on the base to return to standby. • If you do not press a key within thirty seconds, the phone will time out and exit the menu. Selecting.a.Language You can set the language of your base menu display and answering machine announcements to English, French, or Spanish.

  • Page 44: Activating Call Screening

    Activating.Call.Screening Your phone allows you to listen to callers leaving you a message. This feature can be turned on or off with the following steps: ) Press [clock/menu] on the base. 2) Press [cid.select/ ] to move the pointer to select CALL SCREENING, and then press [set].

  • Page 45: Activating The Message Alert

    Activating.the.Message.Alert The Message Alert feature sounds a short alert tone every fifteen seconds whenever you have a new message. Once all new messages have been played, the alert tone automatically stops beeping until you receive another new unplayed message. ) Press [clock/menu] on the base. 2) Press [cid.select/ ] to move the pointer to select MESSAGE ALERT, and then press [set].

  • Page 46: Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting)

    Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting) When you receive a call, the answering machine automatically plays either a preset message or your own greeting. Your answering machine comes with the following preset message: "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone." If the answering machine is set to announce only, the preset greeting automatically changes to: "Hello.
  • Page 47 3) When you are finished recording your greeting, press [greet], [ tone, and then your greeting plays back for you. Note: •. Position.yourself.as.close.to.the.base.as.possible.and.speak.clearly.when.recording.your.greeting. • If you make an outside call or a call is received during the new greeting recording, the operation is canceled.

  • Page 48: Using.your.answering.machine

    Using.Your.Answering.Machine Turning.the.Answering.Machine.On/Off From.the.base ) With the phone in standby, press [answer on/off]. 2) The phone announces Turning. "Answering system is on." and plays the current greeting. The answer.on/off LED will be illuminated. ) With the phone in standby, press [answer on/off] again. Turning.
  • Page 49 To review your message: From.the.base With the phone in standby, press [ system announces the number of new and old Playing. messages. It announces the message number, messages plays the message, then announces the time and day it was received. Press [ ] once to go to the beginning of the current message.

  • Page 50: Screening A Call

    Note:.You.cannot.delete.all.messages.at.once.when.you.have.unheard.messages..If.you.try.to.delete. all messages before listening to unheard messages, the answering machine will beep and say "Please playback all messages." Screening.a.call If you activate the call screening feature, you can listen to callers leaving a message without answering the phone (see Activating Call Screening on page 43). You can always hear callers from the base speaker. •...

  • Page 51: Voice Memo (Base Only)

    3) To stop recording, press [ hear a confirmation tone. Note: • If you receive a call waiting tone while recording a conversation, press [flash] on the base or [talk/flash] on the handset to accept the waiting call. The recording feature continues recording the new.call..The.original.call.is.put.on.hold.

  • Page 52: Remote Operation

    Remote.Operation When you are away from home, you can operate your answering machine with any touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete messages, even record a new greeting message. ) Call your telephone number. 2) During the greeting message, press [0] and enter your PIN code (See page 44).

  • Page 53: Turn On The Answering Machine Remotely

    5) After all of the voice prompts have been played, you hear intermittent beeps indicating that the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another command at this time from the chart. 6) When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering machine automatically returns to standby. Note:.For.your.convenience.remote.operation.cards.are.provided.for.you.to.use.while.away.from.

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Capacity 92.0302-923.78776 MHz Frequency 5856.533347-5863.692437 MHz Note: To avoid damage to the phone use only Uniden AD-314, AD-310 or AD-1010 and BT-905 with your.phone. Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice. For.the.base For.the.charger...

  • Page 55: Power Failure

    Power.Failure During a power failure, you can make and receive calls with the base corded handset; however, you will not be able to use the base speakerphone or the cordless handset. The following features are available with the base corded handset during a power failure: •...

  • Page 56: Low Battery Alert

    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. To order replacement batteries, please contact Uniden’s Parts Department. The contact information is listed on the back cover page.

  • Page 57: Cleaning The Battery Charging Contacts

    Cleaning.the.battery.charging.contacts To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the cordless handset once a month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub the damp cloth over the charging contacts until all visible dirt is removed. Dry the contacts thoroughly before returning the cordless handset to the charger.
  • Page 58 Symptom The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can’t make or receive calls. During power failure, can’t make or receive a call. The cordless handset doesn’t ring or receive a page. Severe noise interference. • Move the cordless handset and/or base away from metal objects or appliances and try again.
  • Page 59 Symptom The Caller ID does not display. The answering machine does not work. The answering machine does not record any messages. Messages are incomplete. After a power failure, the outgoing message is deleted. No sound on the base speaker during call monitoring or message playback.

  • Page 60: Liquid Damage

    Liquid.Damage Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. • If the phone or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior plastic housing is affected, wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. • If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic housing (i.e. liquid can be heard in the phone or liquid has entered the handset battery compartment or vent openings on the base), follow the steps below: Cordless.Handset ) Remove the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation.

  • Page 61: Precautions

    • RBRC is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery ® Recycling Corporation. Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories. Warning! The cords on this product and/or accessories contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 62: The Fcc Wants You To Know

    Important.Safety.Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: . Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

  • Page 63: Radio Interference

    To minimize damage from these types of surges, a surge arrestor is recommended. 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 64: Cordless.telephone.privacy

    the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to a different channel. Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs.

  • Page 65: One.year.limited.warranty

    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 66: Index

    Index AC adapter information... 53 Answering machine Remote operation ... 5 Reviewing messages ... 47 Setup ... 42 Turning on/off ... 47 Battery pack Information ... 53 Installing ... 4 Preparing and charging ... 4, 5 Replacement and handling ... 55 Belt clip installation ...
  • Page 67 T, U Talk and standby times ... 54 Tone dialing switch-over ... 37 Transferring a call ... 36 Traveling out-of-range ... 56 Troubleshooting ... 56 V, W, X, Y, Z Voice memo ... 50 Wall mounting ... 2 Warranty ... 64...
  • Page 68 Memo...

  • Page 69: Remote Operation Card

    Remote.Operation.Card C U T C U T REMOTE OPERATION CARD Remote access away from home 1. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone. 2. During the outgoing message, press [0] and enter your PIN code. The answering system announces the number of messages stored in memory and the voice prompts.
  • Page 70 Remote.Operation.Card C U T C U T MEMORY LOCATION MEMO Memory Name Phone Number Location C U T C U T MEMORY LOCATION MEMO Memory Name Phone Number Location C U T C U T Task Repeat a Message Play Incoming Messages Skip a Message Delete a Message Stop Operation...

  • Page 71: At Uniden, We'll Take Care Of You

    Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product. If you have any questions or problems, please.do.not.return.this.product.to.the.place.of.purchase. Our customer care specialists are here to help you! Visit our website at www.uniden.com or Having.Trouble? call our Customer Hotline at 1-800-297-1023 during regular business hours. * To order headsets, additional handsets, replacement batteries or other accessories, visit our Need.a.Part?

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