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Digital Spread Spectrum Provides Long Range, Clear Sound, and Secure Communication...
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Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXS 2050 cordless telephone. This phone is designed for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance utilizing the latest 900 MHz Spread Spectrum technology. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.
Contents Introduction / Features...inside front cover Controls and Functions ...inside front cover Getting Started Read this first...3 Step 1: Checking the package contents ...4 Step 2: Setting up the base unit ...5 Mounting the base unit on a wall ...8 Step 3: Installing the handset battery pack...10 Basics Making a call ...12...
Read this first This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps; Step 1 Unpack and check the telephone and accessories. Step 2 Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. About the digital security code This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your base unit.
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 • Rechargeable • Telephone line...
Setting up the base unit Do the following steps. • Choose the best location • Connect the base unit • Choose the dialing mode 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.
Connect the base unit If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 8. Place the power cord so it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard. Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet.
Choose the dialing mode PULSE Depending on your dialing system, set the PULSE-TONE switch as follows: If your dialing system is Tone Pulse If you aren't sure of your dialing system Make a trial call with the PULSE-TONE switch set to TONE. If the call connects, leave the switch as is;...
Mounting the base unit on a wall Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. 2 - 7 Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. Plug the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack.
Handset retainer If you have wall mounted the base, you must remove the beltclip to charge the handset facing forward. Direct wall plate 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: •...
Installing the handset battery pack Charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours before you start using your phone. status LED Use only Uniden Battery (BT-905) supplied with your phone. Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off.
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Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged • Six hours coutinuous use • Ten days when the handset is in the standby mode When the battery charge becomes low Even when the battery When the voltage of battery pack in the handset is very low and pack is not being used, it needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate will gradually discharge...
Making a call If the talk/batt LED does not stop flashing, place the handset on the base for at least three seconds and make a call again. Other Operations To adjust the ear speaker volume To temporarily switch to tone dial (When the base is set to pulse mode) To improve reception...
Receiving a call From the handset When you receive a call during a page or memory dialing operation, press to answer the call. talk From the base The base microphone is located under the phone. Position yourself as near to the base as possible and speak clearly.
Adjusting the volume Handset ringer tone and volume Press repeatedly in standby ringer mode to select one of four types ringer tone and volume combinations. Ringer on/off switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. r in g e r o ff Handset earpiece volume The phone has four earpiece volume levels, Normal, Medium,...
Flash and Call Waiting Redialing a call The last phone number dialed can be quickly redialed. If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redialing. Mute You can turn off the handset microphone and temporarily mute the ringer.
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, your call will terminate within 30 seconds. Using the page feature If you cancel the page by pressing talk...
Storing phone numbers Your EXS 2050 stores up to 10 numbers in the handset. You must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. If you return the handset in the cradle, the phone will return to standby too.
Making calls with memory dialing Memory dialing Press lights. Press Enter a number key (0 - 9) to select the memory location you wish to dial. To hang up, press the handset to the base. Chain dialing On certain occasions after dialing a number, you may be requested to enter an access code, such as your account number.
Erasing a stored phone number Press in the standby mode. The talk/batt LED flashes. Press again. Enter a memory location number (0 - 9) you wish to delete. A confirmation beep indicates the number has been erased.
3-way conferencing The Uniden EXS 2050 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base and outside line. Dialing is possible only When speaking on the handset from the handset during the 3-way conversation. If you pick up the handset from the base while...
Integrated answering device The EXS 2050 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 for others who use the phone, or to announce a special message to callers when you're away from your phone.
To set your personal message, see page 23. Setting the clock The clock on the EXS 2050 Answering System starts when power is applied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time. Holding...
The LED displays until you hear the correct AM/PM setting. Press The EXS 2050 announces the time that you have set. Setting your greeting When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a preset message or your own greeting.
Selecting the message record time You can set your answering system to record messages between one to four minutes long. One minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 1. Four minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 4. Announce only feature: ª...
Setting ring time switch The ring time/toll saver switch allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before the answering system plays your outgoing message. You can set the switch to answer after two rings or after four rings. Once the greeting has started, you can stop it when you pick up the call at the handset or base.
The base LED shows the number of total messages on the display. If the display is blinking, then there are new messages waiting for you. The EXS 2050 is designed to play your new messages first. After you play your new messages, you can then To stop playing your play your old messages.
Repeating a message Pressing repeat before 2 seconds (4 seconds from remote) of the message has played causes the system to scan back one message. If you have several messages, press and hold until you repeat return to the message you want to replay.
Deleting a message Deleting individual messages ª When you press delete you are permanently deleting the message and the message cannot be replayed. Deleting all messages ª Press and hold sounds when all messages are deleted. The voice memo function If there is a message you have not reviewed, you cannot delete is completely independent of the outgoing message.
Recording a conversation You can record up to 10 minutes of conversation while you are making your call from the handset. A recorded conversation is stored and played back with typical recorded messages. During the conversation from the handset, press and hold on the base.
Remote access away from home You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete messages, to record a new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the room. During the remote operation, displays...
Remote room monitor You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone to monitor sounds in the room where your base is installed. Call your telephone number. While the greeting message is played, press # and your PIN code. The answering system begins announcing the time and day.
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. If the handset battery pack The first time you charge your handset, the security code is is completely discharged automatically set.
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 conversation.
Note on power sources Battery replacement and handling When the operating time becomes short, even after the battery is recharged, please replace the battery. With normal usage, your battery should last about one year. Please contact your place of purchase for a replacement battery.
Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. The status LED won't come on when the handset is placed in the base unit. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can't make or receive calls.
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Symptom The answering system • Make sure the base unit is plugged does not work. • Make sure that the answering system is turned on. Messages are • The incoming messages may be too incomplete. long. Remind callers to leave a brief message.
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If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at 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.
Index 0 - 9 3-way conferencing...20 Answering device Features...21 Setting up...22 Using ...26 Base ringer switch...14 Battery pack Preparing and charging ...10 Replacement and handling ...34 Connection...6 Dialing mode ...7 Digital security code ...3,32 E, F, G Earpiece volume...14 Handset ringer tone and volume...14.