Welcome / Features / Terminology Controls and Functions Getting Started Checking the package contents Setting up the phone Caller ID Options Setting caller ID options Ringer volume setup Handset ringer tone setting Distinctive ringer setup Selecting a language Basics Making and receiving calls Redialing a call Traveling out-of-range Memory Dialing...
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® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, UltraClear Plus, Random Code, and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base. protects you against misbilled calls, which might result from your phone being •...
Controls and Functions redial caller id talk flash int'cm select pqrs wxyz tone oper mute menu memory delete pause channel 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.Handset Battery Compartment...
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[ 4 ] C O N T R O L S A N D F U N C T I O N S ringer off status ringer redial/p memory flash pqrs wxyz tone oper int'cm/page volume mute 20.Base Speaker 21.Ringer Key 22.Redial/Pause Key 23.Base Charging Contacts 24.Ringer Off LED...
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 • Telephone line cord •...
Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location B. Install the battery pack A. 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. Here are some important guidelines you should consider: Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight...
C. Connect the base unit 1 Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard or where it 2 Set the base on a desk or tabletop, could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.
D. Choose the dialing mode Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the phone lines. However, some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas. The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows: Base Setting only 1 Press and hold...
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Setting the handset retainer clip for wall mounting 1 On the base unit, pull the handset retainer clip out of DO NOT use an outlet controlled by a 2 Flip the retainer clip from front to back. Slide it back wall switch.
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. •...
Setting Caller ID Options note There are three Caller ID setup options available; You must subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting AutoTalk in order to use pressing the this feature. remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call.
4 Use to move the pointer between “ • ª “ ”. For “ or “ ” depending upon the type of service to which you subscribe. Press to make your selections and a confirmation tone int’cm/select will sound. To complete the setting, make sure to return the handset to the base.
Ringer Volume Setup note Handset ringer volume setting When you select 1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press “ ” , appears on the handset display. 2 Press 3 Press 4 Press Base ringer volume setting 1 When the phone is in standby mode, press 2 By pressing If “Ringer Off”...
Then press int’cm/select You can choose from 8 ringers or 10 melodies: • Ringer [A - H] • Melodies [Home Sweet Home, Sweetheart, Aura Lee, Beethovens #9, When Irish Eyes, Merry Christmas, Old MacDonald, Twinkle Twinkle, For Elise, Aloha Oe] 3 Press to move the pointer and you will hear the ringer or •...
Selecting a Language 1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press 2 Press Then press screen appears. 3 Use Then press will sound. [ 16 ] C A L L E R I D O P T I O N S to move the pointer to “...
Making and Receiving Calls From the Handset Handset On the Base Pick up the Handset (Auto Talk To answer on) or press talk a call Handset Off the Base Press talk 1) Press talk 2) Listen for the dial tone. 3) Dial the number.
Call Waiting Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting service to use this feature. When a call is received during a telephone call already in progress, press flash on Caller ID, you will see the name and number of the caller in call waiting.
Redialing a Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. Redialing from Standby Mode 1 Press . The phone number that was redial last dialed appears on the display. 2 Press again. Each press of redial display one of the last three numbers dialed. 3 Press .
From the Base 1 To call the last number dialed from the base, press 2 Press base is redialed. 3 To hang up, press Traveling Out-of-Range During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise increases.
Storing Phone Numbers, Names and Distinctive Rings Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. Your EXI3965 stores up to 30 names/numbers in the handset plus 10 numbers in the base. With the handset...
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5 Press note 6 Press the number key pad to enter the phone number. • The pause feature is useful for long distance calling, credit card dialing, or sequences 7 “ that require a pause between digits. • “Distinctive Ring” allows user to preset 8 Press memory locations with...
With the Base 1 Press 2 Dial the number you wish to store. (The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits.) ringer redial/p memory flash 3 Press (0-9) on the keypad. The status LED is no longer illuminated. A confirmation tone sounds and the number is stored.
Display a Programmed Number while in Memory Location List Press Press Memory dialing from Talk Mode note 1 Press Whenever you are using a menu screen, 2 Press you must press a key within 20 seconds or 3 Enter a two-digit number (01 - 30) to select the the phone will return to standby.
Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number or Distinctive Ring 1 Press . The following screen appears. menu 2 Press to select int’cm/select “ ”. 3 Press to scroll through • ª memory locations. Press number keypad (0-3) for tens’ digit and press number keypad (0-9) for ones’...
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a. Editing a stored Name, Phone Number or Distinctive Ring (1) Use the number keypad, caller id ª want to make a change. (2) Press tone sounds. b. Deleting the Stored Data (1) Press (2) Press There is a confirmation tone and the entry is deleted.
With the Base 1 Press ringer off status 2 Press 3 Enter the memory location number (0-9) of the number you wish to delete. The status LED is no ringer redial/p memory flash longer illuminated. A confirmation tone indicates the number has been erased. .
3-way Conferencing note The Uniden EXI3965 permits 3-way conversations between • Pressing the on the the handset, base and outside line. base while dialing with the handset will set the When speaking on the handset 3-way conversation mode. Dialing is not affected.
Intercom/page Feature Intercom from the base to handset 1 Press on the base. The handset beeps. (If no answer, press int’cm/page again to cancel.) int’cm/page 2 Press any key on the handset to answer. “ display. 3 To turn off the intercom, press Intercom from the handset to base 1 Press on the handset.
Call Transfer Feature To Transfer from the Handset to the Base 1 Press intercom tone sounds on the base. 2 Press but the caller is still on hold. 3 To transfer the call to the base, press the transfer, press To Transfer from the Base to the Handset 1 Press intercom tone sounds on the handset.
Mute (Handset/Base) You can temporarily turn off the microphone so that the person you are talking with cannot hear you. During a telephone call press (handset) or (base) to turn off the microphone. Press mute again to mute cancel muting. Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone’s channel for clear operation.
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 on the display before you answer the phone. Once the caller ID information is stored, the handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time and the number of calls.
When a private name is received When an unknown name is received 2 When you answer the call, the display changes to “ Viewing the Caller ID Message List The Caller ID list stores information for up to 70 incoming calls - even unanswered calls.
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List note The EXI3965 stores up to 70 messages. If the phone receives the 71st If you get an incoming message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data call or page, the deleting can also be deleted manually.
The display returns to the summary screen. Using the Caller ID List Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXI3965 stores up to 70 messages. 1 Press . Display the message to be dialed...
Long Distance calls and Area Code setting/cancellation note Pressing will set or cancel a long distance call. Pressing • You can not store a Caller ID message if area code setting. no phone number appears in the message. Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing •...
Using “Caller ID on Call Waiting” Service “Caller ID”, “Call waiting”, and Caller ID on Call waiting are separate services. CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. You must subscribe to the “Caller ID on call waiting (CIDCW) services”...
Call Waiting Deluxe Features note Your EXI3965 gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button, • To activate features, you can ask the caller to hold, send them to your voice mail service, or select “...
Changing the Digital Security Code The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set.
Headset Installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, insert headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. (Headsets may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department or visiting the website.
Installing the Beltclip To attach the beltclip Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. To remove the beltclip Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes. Maintenance When slightly dirty Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
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. Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts Department for a replacement battery. (See Page 44.)
Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status LED won’t light when the handset is placed in the base unit. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can’t make or receive calls. The handset doesn’t ring or receive a page.
Standby Mode duration 10 days With normal usage, the battery should last about one year. Replacement batteries may be purchased at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com...
• Through the RBRC® program, Uniden makes it easy for you to drop off the used battery at local retailers of replacement nickel- cadmium batteries. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the used battery.
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.
1-800-297-1023 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. Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.
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