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Page 4: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED Read this First Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall DCT5285 Flow Chart About the Menu Setting up the Menu BASICS Making and Receiving Calls Placing a Call on Hold... -
Page 5: Welcome/Features
Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DCT5285 series Multi Handset Cordless System telephone. This unit is different from conventional cordless telephones. When the base unit is connected to AC power and a telephone line, it can support up to 4 handsets. Using extra handsets, you can establish a 4-way conference call (2 handsets-Base Speaker Phone-an outside line, or 3 handsets-an outside line). - Page 6 The DCT5285 series features include AutoTalk™ and AutoStandby™. AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the cradle so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the cradle.
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Page 7: Answering System
Step 1 Charging the Batteries Step 2 Connecting INSTALL THE AA BATTERIES CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE When the handset batteries are fully Remove the cover. charged, plug the telephone cord into the base unit and then into a telephone wall jack. -
Page 8: Controls And Functions
Controls and Functions [ 6 ] C O N T R O L S A N D F U N C T I O N S 1. Handset Antenna 2. Headset Jack Cover 3. Beltclip Hole 4. Hands Free Speaker 5. - Page 9 47. DC Power Input 48. Charging Contacts (DCT5285-2 only) 49. Charge LED (DCT5285-2 only) 50. DC Power Input (DCT5285-2 only) (talk) Key/speaker LED C O N T R O L S A N D F U N C T I O N S...
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Page 10: Display And Icons
Display and Icons Example of the standby mode display ICON STATUS Standby/Talk Standby Standby Talk Talk Talk [ 8 ] D I S P L AY A N D I C O N S Ringer off icon (when the ringer is Off) / day of the week and time (hh:mm/A/P) / battery icon Handset ID and Banner Number of new Caller ID calls received... -
Page 11: About Soft Key Function/Terminology
About Soft Key Function In the standby mode Soft key 1 Soft key 2 Soft key 3 Soft key functions consists of soft key icons and soft keys (No. 1, 2, and 3). Each soft key corresponds to the icon displayed above, and each icon will be changed depending on the operation. Press the corresponding soft key to enter a menu, or select an item. -
Page 12: Getting Started
Read this First This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: Step 1 (page 11) Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 12) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Step 3 (page 13 to 17) Then, insert the batteries into the handset. -
Page 13: 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. • Base unit (1) • Handset [DCT5285 (1) / DCT5285-2 (2)*] •... -
Page 14: Setting Up The Phone
Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location B. Install the AA batteries into the handset If your home has A. Choose the best location specially wired alarm Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Considerations” on equipment connected to page 76. -
Page 15: Low Battery Alert
3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place. The DCT5285 series will only work with “AA” Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. If you use any other type of batteries, the display will show “... -
Page 16: Cleaning The Battery Charging Contacts
Cleaning the battery charging contacts To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the charging contacts on both the handset and the base unit once a month. Use a dry cloth or pencil eraser to clean. If the contacts become very dirty, using water only, dampen a cloth to clean the charging contacts. -
Page 17: Choose The Dialing Mode
3) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the base unit as shown. 4) Make sure the charge LED illuminates. If the LED does not illuminate, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the handset makes good contact with the base charging contacts. -
Page 18: 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. 1) Snap the desk top/wall mount adapter into the notches on the base bottom. Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch. - Page 19 Direct wall plate mounting If you don’t have a standard wall plate, you can mount your base 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 20: Dct5285 Flow Chart
DCT5285 Flow Chart • From the standby mode Select a menu, then press the Play incoming OK soft key. messages remotely (see page 63). Setup the menu: • See page 45 for Caller ID. • See page 32 for Redial. - Page 21 OK soft key Setup the menu OK soft key (see pages 29-30). Setup the menu (see pages 27-28). OK soft key OK soft key OK soft key OK soft key Setup the menu (see page 30). • From the Talk mode •...
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Page 22: About The Menu
About the Menu Most of the handset settings are set from the menu. The menu has 5 main menus (DirectLink Mode, Handset Setup, Answ. Setup, Global Setup, and System Reset) and submenus respectively. For Answ. Setup, Global Setup, and Summary of the Main Menu and Submenu System Reset (Deregister HS) menu, DirectLink Mode... - Page 23 Submenu name AutoTalk Allows you to answer the phone without pressing When the AutoTalk is set to On, simply remove the handset from the cradle and the phone automatically answers the call (see page 25). Anykey Answer Allows you to answer the phone without pressing When the Anykey Answer is On, you can answer a call by pressing any number key, /tone/...
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Page 24: Global Setup
Clear the handset ID from the base. Use this menu, for example when you change the digital security code (see page 30). Clear the base ID. Use this menu, for example, if you replace the base with a different base of the DCT series model (DCT5260/DCT5280/DCT5285) (see page 30). -
Page 25: Setting Up The Menu
Setting up the Menu Entering the Menu 1) Press the MENU soft key in the standby mode. 2) Press volume/ to move the pointer to a desired main menu (DirectLink Mode, Handset Setup, Answ. Setup, Global Setup, and System Reset). 3) Press the OK soft key to enter the menu. -
Page 26: Directlink Mode
DirectLink Mode Using the DirectLink Mode 1) Enter the “ the Menu” on page 23). 2) Press the ENTER soft key to enter the “ 3) To return back to the normal mode, exit the DirectLink mode. To exit the DirectLink mode, press the CANCEL soft key, then the OK soft key, or return the handset to the cradle. -
Page 27: Selecting A Ringer Tone
Selecting a Ringer Tone 1) Enter the “ ” menu, then the “ ” submenu (see “Entering the Menu” on page 23). You can choose from 8 ringers or 8 melodies: - Ringers [Flicker, Clatter, Soft Alert, Wake Up, Light Bug, Beep Boop, Tone Board, Chip Chop] - 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... - Page 28 Setting the Anykey Answer 1) Enter the “ “ on page 23). 2) Press volume/ “ 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. Setting the Banner 1) Enter the “ submenu (see “Entering the Menu” on page 23). If you don’t enter a banner, the phone 2) Use the number keypad (0-9),...
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Page 29: Answering System Setup
Answering System Setup Setting a PIN Code 1) Enter the “ ” menu, then the “ ” submenu (see “Entering the Menu” on page 23). 2) Enter a two-digit PIN code (01-99) using the number keypad (0-9). 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. Setting the Ring Time 1) Enter the “... -
Page 30: Setting The Answer Mode
Setting the Message Alert On or Off 1) Enter the “ 2) Press volume/ 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. Setting the Language of your Answering System 1) Enter the “ submenu (see “Entering the Menu” on page 23). 2) Press volume/ 3) Press the OK soft key. -
Page 31: Setting The Area Code
Global Setup Setting Day and Time 1) Enter the “ ” menu, then the “ ” submenu (see “Entering the Menu” on page 23). 2) Press volume/ to select the day of the week, then press the NEXT soft key. 3) Press the number keypad (0-9) to set the time, then press the NEXT soft key. -
Page 32: De-Register The Handset
Setting the Dial Mode 1) Enter the “ (see “Entering the Menu” on page 23). 2) Press volume/ or “ 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. System Reset De-register the Handset 1) Enter the “ (see “Entering the Menu”... -
Page 33: Basics
Making and Receiving Calls On the handset, you may also use the speakerphone while talking to an outside call. Using the handset speakerphone is called “hands-free conversation”. This feature allows you to easily communicate while performing other tasks, such as cooking. appears during hands-free conversations. -
Page 34: Placing A Call On Hold
Placing a Call on Hold 1) During a call, press intercom/hold (or int’com/hold on the base). The call will be put on hold. 2) To talk to the caller, press talk/flash or speaker on a handset (or return back to the call. Redialing a Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly •... -
Page 35: Deleting A Redial Record
Redialing from Talk Mode 1) Press talk/flash or speaker, then the MENU soft key. 2) Select the number you dialed by following steps 2-3 in “Redialing from Standby Mode”. To go back, press the BACK soft key. 3) Press the DIAL soft key. 4) To hang up, press the end key. -
Page 36: Adjusting The Earpiece And Handset Speaker Volume
Adjusting the Earpiece and Handset Speaker Volume You can select different volume levels for the handset earpiece and the handset speaker (6 levels: Low to Max). The volume can only be adjusted during a call. Press • To adjust the base volume/ ringer or speaker volume, see page... -
Page 37: Traveling Out-Of-Range
Traveling Out-of-Range During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise increases. If you pass the range limits of the base unit, you will hear a beep and “ ” appears, then the handset returns to the standby mode. You may return back to the call if you move your handset within the range limits of the base, and press talk/flash or speaker within 30 seconds. -
Page 38: Intercom/Call Transfer Feature
When speaking on the base 1) Press talk/flash or speaker on the handset to initiate the 3-way conversation. 2) To hang up, return the handset to the cradle, or press the end key on the handset. The base will still be connected to the call. Intercom/Call Transfer Feature Intercom and transfer features are available for your phone. -
Page 39: Phonebook
Phonebook Phonebook allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory location, and you can search names in alphabetical order. You have a total of 100 locations that can be used for the phonebook (including the Speed dials) and Caller ID messages. - Page 40 3) Press the STORE soft key, “ 4) Enter the name (up to 16 characters) by using the number keypad (see the “Steps for Entering Names and • When the memory is Special characters” on page 39). full, you will hear a beep and “...
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Page 41: 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. - Page 42 If you make a mistake while entering a name Press the DELETE soft key to erase the wrong character, then enter the correct character. To delete all characters, press and hold the DELETE soft key. For example, to enter Movies: 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, recall the “Phonebook”...
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Page 43: 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 the CID RDL PB soft key (or the MENU soft key during a call). 2) Press volume/ to move the pointer to “... -
Page 44: Making Calls Using The Phonebook
Making Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby Mode 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the phonebook location to dial (see “Viewing the Phonebook” on page 41). 2) Press talk/flash or speaker. The displayed number is dialed. 3) To hang up press the end key. -
Page 45: 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 the standby mode, press the CID RDL PB soft key. 2) Press volume/ to move the pointer to “ ”, then press the OK soft key. 3) Press volume/ , or the number keypad to view the phonebook locations (see “Viewing the Phonebook”... -
Page 46: Chain Dialing
Chain Dialing The memory locations in the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You can also store a group of numbers (up to 20 digits), that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing. An example of this is a bank account number. -
Page 47: Caller Id
Caller ID You must subscribe to 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 in the display before you answer the phone. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number and store the information for memory dialing. -
Page 48: 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 receive the call, the display changes to “ Viewing the Caller ID List The Caller ID list stores information for incoming calls –... -
Page 49: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Deleting a Caller ID message 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the Caller ID information to be deleted (see “Viewing the Caller ID List” on page 46). 2) Press the DELETE soft key. “... -
Page 50: Using The Caller Id Message List
Using the Caller ID Message List Calling a party from the Caller ID list From Standby mode • You cannot make a call 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the from the Caller ID list Caller ID message (see “Viewing the Caller ID List” if your phone is connected to a private on page 46). -
Page 51: 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 may be required to subscribe to Call Waiting and Call Waiting Deluxe to use these features. -
Page 52: The Integrated Answering Device
The Integrated Answering Device The phone 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, or to announce a special outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone. -
Page 53: Turning The Answering System On/Off
Turning the Answering System On/Off 1) To turn the answering system On, press After the announcement “Answering System is on”, the current greeting message will be played and you will hear a confirmation tone. The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. -
Page 54: Setting The Base Ringer Volume
Choosing between the two outgoing messages When the phone is in the standby mode, press greeting. Press greeting again when the outgoing message is played. Each time greeting is pressed, the outgoing message is switched between the pre-recorded and the personal outgoing message. Deleting an outgoing message To delete the personal outgoing message, press system announces “Greeting has been deleted”. -
Page 55: Using The Menu Mode
Adjusting the speaker volume level When the base speaker is in use, press ringer/vol volume. Press ringer/vol for louder or ringer/vol The numbers 1-10 appear on the base indicating the volume levels. 1 being the softest and 10 being the loudest. Using the menu mode The Menu mode allows you to set the following Answering System functions. -
Page 56: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Follow these steps to set the clock on the answering system to the correct time. 1) Press CLOCK/MENU. 2) Press • Normally, if the corresponding number (from “ ” Sunday to “ ” Saturday) appears. system remains idle 3) Press SET to select the day. -
Page 57: Selecting The Message Record Time
Setting the ring time The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can set the ring time to answer after two, four, or six rings. Setting “TS” (Toll Saver), the answering system picks up after two rings if you have new messages, and after four rings if there are none. -
Page 58: Announce Only Feature
Announce only feature The Announce only feature plays a pre-recorded outgoing message or your own personal outgoing message, but it will not allow the caller to leave a message. To set “Announce only”, follow the steps on page 55. To choose between the pre-recorded message or your own personal greeting, press greeting, when the outgoing message is played. -
Page 59: Selecting The Language
Selecting the language You can select the Language of your answering system announcements to English, French, or Spanish. 1) Press CLOCK/MENU six times. The current setting (“ ” English, “ ” French, or “ ” Spanish) appears on the base, and it is announced (“English”... -
Page 60: Using Your Answering System
Using your Answering System The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The answering system is designed to play your new messages first. After you play all your new messages, you can then play •... -
Page 61: Skipping A Message
Skipping a message 1) Press to review your messages. The number of stored messages is announced. 2) Press /SELECT at anytime to skip to the next message. Each time /SELECT is pressed, the system scans forward one message. If you have several messages, press to play. -
Page 62: Recording A Conversation
Voice memo The voice memo function allows the user to record messages (more than 2 seconds and within 4 minutes). 1) Press and hold memo rec. You hear a beep. 2) Start your recording after the announcement “Record Memo Message” and a confirmation tone. -
Page 63: Remote Operation
Remote Operation You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone or the handset. Remote access away from home You can check, play, or delete messages, even record a new greeting message when you are away from home. Additionally, you can turn On or Off your answering system from a remote location. -
Page 64: Remote Access With The Handset
Command Function then then then then then * For Repeat a Message function, press 0 then 1 within about four seconds to repeat the previous message, or press 0 then 1 after about four seconds to repeat the current message. ** For Memo Record and Greeting Message Record function, the first time you enter the corresponding command, it starts the Recording function. -
Page 65: Repeating A Message
Playing incoming messages 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press the “ ” appears on the handset display. The answering system announces the current time and the number of messages stored in the memory. Messages will be played in the order in which they were received. The time and day that each message was received is announced after the message is played. -
Page 66: Expanding Your Phone
IMPORTANT: is received. • If you purchase a DCX520 extra handset, please register the handset to the DCT5285 series base before use. The DCX520 will not operate until it is registered. • If you change a setting of the Global Setup menu in one of the handsets, you change settings for all the handsets. -
Page 67: Register The Handset
Only one handset can be registered at a time. The handset ID for the supplied handset(s) was assigned at the factory, which has #1 (#1 and #2 for DCT5285-2) in the display. When you register additional handsets to the base, the handset ID will be assigned. -
Page 68: 4-Way Conferencing
DirectLink call 1) When the phone is in the DirectLink standby mode, press the DirectLink soft key. (Example of DirectLink from handset #1). 2) Select the party by pressing the number keys (1 - 4). Your handset will page the other handset. 3) On the receiving handset, press talk or the ANSWER soft key, or any number key, (when Anykey Answer is On). -
Page 69: Intercom/Call Transfer Feature
Intercom/Call Transfer Feature Intercom and Call Transfer features are available for your phone. • If the party is busy or out of range, you will hear a beep and the handset returns to the standby mode. • If any of the following occurs, the operation will be canceled. - Press talk/flash or speaker on the handset, and - Receive an outside/intercom call or page (while selecting the other handset). -
Page 70: Call Transfer Feature
When you replace the base with a different base of the DCT series model (DCT5260, DCT5280, or DCT5285 series), you need to clear the handset and base ID. To do this, perform the “System Reset” menu options (“De-register the Handset” and “Replacing the Base Setting”... -
Page 71: Additional Information
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes. Headset Installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, insert the headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. -
Page 72: Note On Power Sources
Please use only “AA” rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Warning To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product, and “AA” rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Power Failure During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone. -
Page 73: General Information
A replacement Uniden adapter may be purchase at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com. -
Page 74: Troubleshooting
Suggestion • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base (or the charger (for DCT5285-2 only)) and wall outlet. • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the cradle. • Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and the base (or the charger (for DCT5285-2 only)) are clean. - Page 75 Symptom The Caller ID does not display. • The handset was picked up before the second ring. • The call was placed through a switchboard. • Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current. You cannot register the •...
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Page 76: 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 77: Important Safety Instructions
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 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 78: Installation Considerations
Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this product. -
Page 79: 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 80: Index
Index 0 - 9 3-way conferencing ...35 4-way conferencing ...66 16 ring options ...25 Announce only feature ...56 Answering system Deleting a message ...59 Playing your messages ...58 Recording a conversation ...60 Remote access ...61 Repeating a message ...58 Skipping a message ...59 Turning On/Off ...51 Anykey answer...26 Area code ...29... -
Page 81: Remote Operation Card
Remote Operation Card C U T REMOTE OPERATION CARD Remote access away from Turn on the answering home system remotely 1. Call your phone number from a 1. Call your phone and let it ring touch-tone phone. 2. During the outgoing message, 2. - Page 82 C U T Task Repeat a Message Playing incoming Messages Skipping a Message Deleting a Message Stop Operation Answering System On Memo Record/Stop Greeting Message Record/Stop Answer System Off Help Guidance [ 80 ] R E M O T E O P E R A T I O N C A R D...
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Page 83: At Uniden, We'll Take Care Of You
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.
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