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Uniden EXAI 918 Operating Manual

900 mhz cordless telephone with an integrated digital answering system
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  • Page 2 Warning! Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. This equipment contains a Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery.
  • Page 3 Controls and Functions (Caller ID) 1. Backspace Key 0 2. Caller Time Key * 3. DownKey M 4. Tone Key talk caller id mem tone flash redial volume chan function pause cancel delete 5. Forward Key 2 6. Number of Calls 7.
  • Page 4 Controls and Functions (Handset and Base) 1. LCD Display 2. Talk Key talk 3. Keypad (see breakout) 4. Flash/Function Key flash/function 5. Redial/Pause Key redial/pause 6. Microphone 7. Memory Key mem 8. Caller ID Key caller id 9. Channel/Delete Key chan/delete 10.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Important Safety Instructions ............3 Battery Safety Precautions.
  • Page 6 Setting the Toll Saver Switch ............28 Using the Reset Button .

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3.

  • Page 8: Battery Safety Precautions

    Battery Safety Precautions Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions: 1. Use only the appropriate type and size Battery Pack specified in this Operating Guide. 2. Do not dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check the Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal package insert for disposal instructions.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Base Unit. To get the most from your phone, please read this Operating Guide thoroughly. Also be sure to complete the Product Registration form and mail it in. Be sure to visit our Internet site at: http:\\www.uniden.com...

  • Page 10: Included With The Exai918

    If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact Uniden Parts at: (800) 554-3988, 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday. Handset AC Adapter Short Telephone Cord Also included: Other Printed Material and Wall Mount Screws Important Electrical Considerations Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching.

  • Page 11: Telephone Line Problems

    Telephone Line Problems The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in facilities and services which may affect the operation of your unit. However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to continue uninterrupted service.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of installations require a modular jack converter. This type of installation is not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone dealer or a telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter for your situation.

  • Page 13: Applying Power To The Base Unit

    Applying Power to the Base Unit The EXAI918 phones require an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt power, and the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when the phone is placed on a desk or table, connect the adapter as shown below.

  • Page 14: Desk Or Tabletop Installation

    Desk or Tabletop Installation 1. Place the Base Unit on a desk or tabletop. 2. Plug the AC Adapter cord into the 9V DC input jack on the Base Unit. 3. Place the AC Adapter cord around the strain relief. 4.

  • Page 15: Direct Wall Mounting

    3. Plug one end of the short telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the Base Unit. 4. Place the telephone cord inside the molded channel on the bottom of the Base Unit. Then plug the other end of the telephone cord into the modular jack on the wall.
  • Page 16 4. Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the Base Unit. 5. Place the cord inside the molded channel on the bottom of the Base Unit. 6. Place the Base Unit on the screws and push down until it’s firmly seated.

  • Page 17: Setting Up Your Phone

    Extending the Base Unit Antenna Before using your phone, be sure to raise the antenna to the vertical position. Installing the Handset Battery Pack 1. Press in on the Battery Cover Release. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover down. EXAI918 Setting Up Your Phone 3.

  • Page 18: Cleaning The Battery Contacts

    Cleaning the Battery Contacts To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all charging contacts on the Handset and Base Unit about once a month. Use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner. Do not use any liquids or solvents. Charging the Battery Pack Initial Battery Charging The rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack...

  • Page 19: Setting The Pulse/Tone Switch

    If the Battery icon begins to flash, the phone is programmed to eliminate its functions to save power. The table below describes what to do to return your phone to normal operation. During A Call Handset continues None of the buttons will normal operation.

  • Page 20: Handset Volume Controls

    If the Base Unit loses power while the Handset is off the Base Unit, the Digital Code may be erased. When this happens, the Handset will not function. To reestablish communication between the Handset and Base Unit: 1. Restore power to the Base Unit. 2.

  • Page 21: Entering The Local Area Code

    Entering the Local Area Code Note: Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions. You must enter your local area code for the Caller ID redial features to work properly. To enter your local area code: 1.

  • Page 22: Setting The Autotalk Feature

    To turn Caller ID on Call Waiting off: 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Press flash/function three times CIDCW ON ON-1 3. Press 0 . CIDCW OFF ON-1 4. Press mem . A confirmation tone CIDCW OFF sounds and the ON-1 ON-1...

  • Page 23: Making Calls

    Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions. When you have connected power and a telephone line to your EXAI918, the phone is in the “standby mode,” ready to receive and make calls. Making Calls 1.

  • Page 24: Redialing The Last Number Called

    If the name of the person calling is UKNOWN NAME unknown, the LCD PRIVATE NUM. displays: Using the Speakerphone To use the speakerphone to answer a call, press speaker on the Base Unit. Direct your voice to the microphone on the bottom of the Base Unit.

  • Page 25: The Caller Id Display

    The Caller ID Display The LCD displays information about the current call and previous calls received on your EXAI918 cordless phone, including the total calls received, and the number of new calls received. The LCD display backlight is always active while the Handset is on the Base. When the Handset is removed from the Base, the LCD display backlight turns off immediately.

  • Page 26: Calling The Displayed Number

    6. To see how many times a caller has phoned: a. While the name KATHLEEN ROL and number are 6 CALLS displayed, press 9/# . b. To return to the name and number display, press 9/# . Calling the Displayed Number 1.

  • Page 27: Programming Your Phone

    Storing a Caller ID memory number in Dial Memory There are 20 dial memory locations in the EXAI918 cordless phone. You can store any number in your Caller ID memory in Dial Memory so it can be used later with memory dialing.

  • Page 28: Calling A Number Stored In Memory

    Continue until the NAME? name Bob Jones is Bob Jones displayed in the LCD. 7. Press mem . LOCATION? 6 CALLS Calling a Number Stored in Memory Use this feature to dial a number previously stored in memory. See Storing a Caller ID memory number in Dial Memory on page 23 or Entering a Number in Dial Memory on page 23 for details.
  • Page 29 To edit the name entry in dial memory, for example to change Bob Jones to Tom Jones: Press mem twice. Bob Jones 1235941 Press L until T is Tob Jones displayed in the 1235941 LCD. Press twice to Tob Jones move two 1235941 characters to the...

  • Page 30: The Integrated Answering System

    The Integrated Answering System The EXAI918 has a built-in Answering System which answers incoming calls and records your messages. You can also use your new Answering System to record a conversation, leave a memo message for someone else who uses the phone, or to announce a special message when you’ll be away from your phone.

  • Page 31: Setting The Pin Code

    6. Press the flash/function key again. Note: A beep indicates the new time is programmed and the new Time and Day Stamp is announced from the Base speaker. 7. You can proceed to set your PIN Code beginning with Step 3 under “Setting the PIN Code”...

  • Page 32: Selecting A Preset Ogm

    3. When you have finished recording, release the ogm button. You will hear a tone, and your message will play on the Base Unit speaker. Note: You can leave up to a 60-second outgoing message. Selecting a Preset OGM After you have recorded an outgoing message, you can set your Answering System to play either a preset message or your outgoing message.

  • Page 33: Using Your Answering System

    Using Your Answering System Playing New Messages 1. Press 8 to listen to your new messages when the message counter is flashing. The time stamp is announced after each message plays, and the Message Counter LED displays the number of the message playing.

  • Page 34: Deleting A Message

    2. Press at anytime to skip to the next message. Each time is pressed, the system scans forward one message. If you have several messages, press until you get to the message you want to play. 3. Press at anytime to stop reviewing messages and return to Standby.

  • Page 35: Leaving A Memo Message

    Leaving a Memo Message You can use the EXAI918 to leave a Memo Message up to 60 seconds long for someone else who uses your Answering System. To record a memo message, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold memo . You can operate your EXAI918 while you’re away from home by calling from any touch-tone phone.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    If your EXAI918 Integrated Telephone Answering Device is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps. If you are still unable to resolve the problems, contact Uniden Customer Service at (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday.

  • Page 37: Answering System Troubleshooting Chart

    Answering System Troubleshooting Chart Problem Answering System does not work. Answering System does not answer calls. Messages are incomplete. No sound on the Base Unit speaker during call monitoring or message playback. Cannot access remote call-in features from another touch-tone phone. EXAI918 Suggestion Make sure that the Base Unit is plugged in.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    General – The EXAI918 complies with FCC Rules, Parts 15 and 68. Frequency Control Modulation Operating Temperature Base Unit Transmit Frequency Power Requirements Size Weight Handset Transmit Frequency Power Requirements Size Weight Battery Answering System Memory Type Memory Capacity Message Length Specifications, Features, and availability of Optional Accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 39: One Year Limited Warranty

    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 40 Covered under one or more of the following patents: 4,511,761 4,523,058 4,595,795 4,797,916 5,426,690 5,650,790 5,660,269 5,661,780 5 768 345 ©1999 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. OMEXAI9182299...

  • Page 41: Recording Your Outgoing Message

    Recording your Outgoing Message To ensure the clearest recording for your personal outgoing message, please speak within 6 inches of the base unit’s microphone. © February 1999, Uniden America Corp. EXAI918 Addendum 6 inches of the base unit’s microphone. © February 1999, Uniden America Corp.

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