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Uniden EXI 7246 Series Owner's Manual

Uniden EXI 7246 Series Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3: Quick Reference Guide

    To Make a Call Plug the AC Adapter to a Press 120V AC power outlet. talk/flash . Use ONLY the Uniden AC Adapter Listen for dial supplied with your new phone! tone. Dial the desired Step 4 Charging the Handset number.
  • Page 4 Línea Roja para el Consumidor en el (800) 297-1023. Para comprar partes y accesorios genuinos de Uniden, comuníquese con nuestro Departamento de Partes de Uniden en el (800)554-3988. w w w . u n i d e n . c o m P.18 P.16...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Welcome/Features Controls and Functions Terms Used in this Manual Getting Started Installing the Phone A. Choose the Best Location B. Install the Rechargeable Battery Pack into the Handset 8 C. Connect the Base Unit and Charge the Handset D.

  • Page 6: Welcome/Features

    Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden cordless telephone. This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit. The color of your cordless phone may vary.

  • Page 7: Controls And Functions

    Controls and Functions w w w . u n i d e n . c o m Handset antenna Jack for optional headset Beltclip hole Handset battery compartment Handset earpiece LCD display caller id/menu key (pages 13 and 28) /vol/ (earpiece volume, ringer volume and scroll) key (pages 13, 16 and /tone/...

  • Page 8: Terms Used In This Manual

    Terms Used in this Manual • Standby Mode - The handset may be sitting in or off the base, but is NOT in use. The talk/flash key has not been pressed and there is no dial tone. • Talk Mode - The handset is off the base and the talk/flash key has been pressed, enabling a dial tone. •...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Installing 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 and Charge the Handset D. Mount the Base Unit on a Wall A. Choose the Best Location When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider: Avoid heat sources, such as radiators,...

  • Page 10: Install The Rechargeable Battery Pack Into The Handset

    The handset is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. The battery recharges automatically when the handset is placed in the base unit. •Use only the Uniden 1) Press down on the handset battery case cover (use the (BT-905) rechargeable finger indention for a better grip) and slide the cover battery pack supplied downward to remove.

  • Page 11: Connect The Base Unit And Charge The Handset

    C. Connect the Base Unit and Charge the Handset 1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 2) Place the handset in the base unit with the keypad facing forward. 3) Make sure the charge/in use LED illuminates.

  • Page 12: Mount The Base Unit On A Wall

    D. Mount the base unit on a wall Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate. 1) Locate the base unit on the wall mount adapter as shown and slide the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base bottom with the tab pressed.

  • Page 13: 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 14: Headset Installation

    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. (Headset may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department or visiting the web site.

  • Page 15: Basic Setup

    Basic Setup There are five basic options that you will need to set up: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), Area Code, Dial Mode and Language. Activating AutoTalk AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the base. You do not have to press any keys.

  • Page 16: Entering Your Area Code

    2) Press the 3) Press the select key to toggle and turn on Caller ID on Call Waiting. 4) Press the end key and return the handset to the base unit to complete the setting. The handset returns to standby mode. Entering Your Area Code If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the appear in Caller ID messages.

  • Page 17: Choosing The Dialing Mode

    Most phone systems use tone dialing. However some phone systems (such as in rural areas) still use pulse dialing. Your Uniden phone supports both tone and pulse dialing. The default setting is tone dialing. If your phone system uses pulse dialing, follow the steps below to...

  • Page 18: Selecting The Ring Tone And Volume

    Selecting the Ring Tone and Volume Your phone has five different ringer tone/volume combinations you can choose from. 1) With the phone in standby mode, press the /vol/ /vol/ key. 2) The phone will sound the different ring tones at different volumes. 3) When the phone sounds the ring tone and volume you wish to use, press the end key.

  • Page 19: Using Your Phone

    Using Your Phone Making and Receiving Calls Making a call 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Press the talk/flash key. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Dial the number. 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Dial the number. 3) Press the talk/flash key.

  • Page 20: Redialing The Last Dialed Number

    Redialing the last dialed number 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Press the talk/flash key. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Press the redial/pause key. 1) Remove the handset from the base. 2) Press the redial/pause key. 3) Press the talk/flash key.

  • Page 21: Tone Dialing Switch-Over

    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, etc.

  • Page 22: Find Handset

    Find Handset To locate the handset, press the find handset key on the base. The handset beeps for 60 seconds. Paging is canceled when pressing any handset key, the find handset key on the base or the handset is returned to the base. Paging is also canceled when the phone receives an incoming call.

  • Page 23: Voice Mail Waiting Indicator

    Voice Mail Waiting Indicator If you subscribe to voice mail service, you can use your cordless telephone to access your voice mailbox. The charge/in use LED on the base of your phone flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. Just dial the access number supplied by your voice mail provider to enter your mailbox.

  • Page 24: Rocketdial

    RocketDial RocketDial is a one-touch speed dial key. Store your most important or most frequently called number as your RocketDial number. Then, simply press the RocketDial key, and your phone will automatically dial the number. Storing the RocketDial 1) When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold the RocketDial key.

  • Page 25: Using The Speed Dial Memory

    Using the Speed Dial Memory The speed dial memory allows you to store up to 10 names and numbers in the handset. You can dial these numbers with just a few key presses. The speed dial memory is not limited to phone numbers. You can store any number (up to 20 digits) that you need to enter once your call connects.

  • Page 26: If You Make A Mistake While Entering A Name

    4) Enter a name according to the instructions below, then press the select key. If no name is required, go to step 5. note • The name can be up to 13 characters. • Use the #/ • Use the delete/channel key to delete characters as needed. •...
  • Page 27 Store Number is displayed. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the number to be entered. 6) Use the keypad to enter the phone number; each number can be up to 20 digits. If you need the phone to pause during the dialing sequence, press the redial/pause key to insert a two-second delay between the numbers.

  • Page 28: Storing Caller Id Messages In Speed Memory Locations

    Storing Caller ID messages in Speed Memory Locations Messages (Caller ID names/numbers) shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in memory note dialing. For instructions on viewing the Caller ID Message list, see page 29. 1) Press the caller id/menu key. Select the phone number to be You cannot store a stored from the Caller ID list by pressing the Caller ID message if no...

  • Page 29: Making Calls From Speed Dial Memory

    Making Calls from Speed Dial Memory 1) Press the memory key. The handset displays your programmed speed dial number. 2) Enter the number (0 - 9), or press the key to select the speed dial number you would like to dial. 3) Press the talk/flash key.

  • Page 30: Caller Id And Cidcw (Caller Id On Call Waiting)

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

  • Page 31: Viewing The Caller Id Message List

    Viewing the Caller ID Message List The Caller ID list stores information for up to 30 incoming calls - even unanswered calls. 1) With the phone in standby mode, press the caller id/menu key. The summary screen appears. The screen shows the number of new messages and total messages.

  • Page 32: Deleting Information From The Caller Id List

    Deleting Information from the Caller ID List The cordless phone stores up to 30 Caller ID names/numbers. If the phone receives the 31st note Caller ID, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually.

  • Page 33: Making A Call From The Caller Id List

    Making a Call from the Caller ID List You can place a call from the Caller ID list. 1) Press the caller id/menu key in standby mode. Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing the vol/ key.

  • Page 34: Changing The Digital Security Code

    Changing the Digital Security Code To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the cordless phone provides AutoSecure (which electrically locks your phone when the handset is in the base) and Random Code digital security which automatically selects one of over 262,000 digital security codes for the handset and base.

  • Page 35: Note On Power Sources

    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. Warning: To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden battery model and Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Battery Charging Contacts

    Cleaning the battery charging contacts To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the 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 handset to the base.

  • Page 37: General Information

    With normal usage, the battery should last about one year. A replacement Uniden adapter and battery may be purchased 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. Central Time, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The charge/in use LED won't • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. illuminate when the handset is •...
  • Page 39 Symptom The handset doesn't ring or • The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery for 15-20 hours. receive a page. • The handset may be too far from the base unit. • Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects. •...

  • Page 40: 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 41: Important Electrical Considerations

    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 42: Installation Considerations

    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. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale.

  • Page 43: 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 44: Index

    Index AC adapter information ..35 Basic setup ....13 Battery pack Information ... . . 35 Installing .

  • Page 45: Memory List

    Memory List MEMORY LOCATION MEMO Memory Name Location MEMORY LOCATION MEMO Memory Name Location w w w . u n i d e n . c o m C U T Memory Phone Number Location C U T Memory Phone Number Location C U T MEMORY LOCATION MEMO...
  • Page 46 Memo w w w . u n i d e n . c o m [ 4 4 ]...
  • Page 47 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.
  • Page 48 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. UPZZ01033BZ ©2004 Uniden America Corporation, Fort Worth, Texas. Contains additional foreign articles. Custom manufactured in China.

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