900 mhz digital spread spectrum technology (45 pages)
Summary of Contents for Uniden EXS 9950
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Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXS 9950 cordless telephone. This phone is designed for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance utilizing the latest in 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 Charging optional battery packs ...11 Automatic digital code security...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 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 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 Wall plate AC adapter AC outlet Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. Plug the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and the...
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: •...
Charge the battery pack for more than 17 hours before you start using your phone. Label face status LED Use only Uniden Battery (BT-999) supplied with your phone. Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off.
To avoid this charging an extra battery pack for use in your handset. You can memory effect, on a obtain an extra battery pack from your authorized Uniden monthly basis, use the dealer. phone until the talk/batt LED blinks.
Automatic digital code security To prevent other parties from making unauthorized calls on your phone line, a digital code was added to the EXS 9950. Your phone’s handset and base share this code, which is randomly set each time you place the handset on the base.
Making a call The phone number can be up to 32 digits. If the talk/batt LED never 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)
Receiving a call From the handset Handset on the base Handset off the base From the base status LED Phone rings. The talk/batt LED flashes. Pick up the handset and begin speaking. To hang up, press talk or return the handset to the base. Phone rings.
Flash and Call Waiting Adjusting the ringer and earpiece volume Handset ringer tone The phone has four types of ringer tone. In the standby mode, press one of Handset ringer volume In the standby mode, press To turn off the ringer, set the ringer on/off switch to off .
Base speaker volume To control the speaker volume of the base, adjust the volume 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.
Storing phone numbers Your EXS 9950 stores up to 24 numbers in handset (20 memory dials and 4 one-touch memory dials). You must press a key within 30 seconds or the phone will return to standby. If you return the...
Making calls with memory dialing Memory dialing One-touch memory dialing talk . The talk/batt LED Press lights. Press Enter a two digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you wish to dial. To hang up, press or return talk the handset to the base.
Erasing a stored phone number Press in the standby mode. The talk/batt LED flashes. Press again. Enter the memory location number (01 - 20 or delete. A confirmation beep indicates the number has been erased. ) you wish to...
Using page feature To locate the handset (while it’s off the base), press The handset beeps. To stop paging, press base or press Replacing handset to the base also stops paging. When you stop paging by pressing press again or replace the handset to the base to talk return to the standby mode.
3-way conferencing The Uniden EXS 9950 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...
The integrated answering device The EXS 9950 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 24. Setting the clock The clock on EXS 9950 Answer System starts when power is applied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time. Press skip...
Setting your greeting When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a preset message or your own greeting. Preset Message ª The following message is prerecorded: "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone."...
Selecting the message record time You can set your answering system to record messages up to one or four minutes long. One minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 1 . Four minutes 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 9950 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 2.5 seconds (4.5 seconds from remote) of the message has played causes the system to scan back one message. If you have several messages, press until you repeat return to the message you want to replay. Skipping a message Each time skip...
Deleting a message Deleting individual message ª When you press delete you are permanently deleting the message. Once deleted, the message cannot be replayed. Deleting all messages ª The voice memo function is completely independent Press and hold of the outgoing message. sounds when all messages are cleared.
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 playbacked 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, even to record a new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the room. You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering...
Remote room monitor You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and monitor sounds in the room where your base is installed. Call your telephone number. While the answering machine is activated, press # and your PIN code. The answering system begins announcing the time and day.
Installing the beltclip To attach the beltclip Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. If you have wall mounted the base, you must remove the beltclip to charge the handset facing forward. Headset installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset.
Note on power sources Battery replacement and handling 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 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.
Specifications General The EXS 9950 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Frequency control: Modulation: Operating temperature: Base unit Frequency: Power requirements: Size: Weight: Handset Frequency: Power requirements: Size (without antenna): Weight: Battery: Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.