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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the EXT 1960 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.
Controls and functions talk call id pqrs oper tone memory redial/p select DIGITAL S P R E A D SPECTRAM open backup battery call waiting menu wxyz voice mail 900MHz status messages page/find...
Contents Introduction / Features...inside front cover Controls and Functions ...inside front cover Getting Started Read this first...2 Step 1: Checking the package contents ...3 Step 2: Setting up the base unit ...4 Mounting the base unit on a wall ...7 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack ...9 Basics Making a call ...11...
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.
• Guide to Using Advanced Calling Features Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com. • AC adapter (AD-420) • Wall mount adapter • Beltclip...
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 7. 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...
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Handset retainer If the handset beltclip is attached, you cannot charge the handset with the display showing when the phone is mounted on the wall (See page 35). Direct wall plate mounting If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall.
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.
Charging optional battery packs The base unit of your phone is equipped with a compartment for charging an extra battery pack for use in your handset. 1. Pull the cover of battery charger. 2. Put the battery pack in the compartment with contacts facing down.
Making a call Press if you enter a wrong number at the step 1. You must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. The number is dialed. After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears. To hang up, press place the handset on the base.
Off-hook dialing Press talk . “Talk” flashes on the display. Talk Then the volume setting is displayed. For example, if the volume is set to high the display shows: Talk <High> The call-time display appears. Dial the phone number. Example: Enter 8178583300 Talk 0:17...
Receiving a call • ª AutoTalk when ringing When the AutoTalk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset from the base unit to answer the phone. See “Setting Caller ID options” on page 26 for more details. Any key answer when ringing When the AutoTalk setting is on, and the handset is off the base, press any handset key to answer the incoming call.
Adjusting the ringer and earpiece volume Ringer volume In the standby mode, press handset ringer volume. There are two ringer volume settings; High and Low. Ringer on/off switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. Earpiece volume Pressing volume of the handset.
Redialing a call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redialing. On-hook redialing Press redial/p The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display.
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Off-hook redialing Press talk “Talk” appears flashing on the display. Talk Talk Press redial/p The last number dialed will be displayed. The only last number dialed can be accessed while off-hook. To hang up, press handset on the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds.
Storing phone numbers and names Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. You can store up to 20 phone numbers in the memory. In memory dialing operation, you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby.
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07, the display shows Memory07 Stored “ ” After about 2 seconds, “Memory Store” is displayed. Press memory , or place the handset on the base to return to standby mode. Store Number Store Number 8178583300 Memory07 Stored Memory Store 07 UNIDEN CORP...
. The memory handset returns to standby. /tone/ Display a Programmed Number and the numbers display. 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE 03 MOM AND DAD 06 011813554329 On-hook memory dialing Press The handset displays your programmed memory locations.
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Off-hook memory dialing Press talk “Talk” flashes and the volume setting appears. Talk Talk <High> Press memory Talk 0:00 Enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location of the desired phone number. The selected phone number is displayed.
Press and hold memory until the display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE Press or enter a two-digit • ª number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would like to edit.
/tone/ Program name Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE to see the extra digits and Memory Store 06 011813554329 to edit the phone Memory01 Stored Memory01 stored ”...
Press and hold until the display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE Press or enter a two-digit ª • number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would like to edit.
Advanced Calling Features You can access a list of calling services provided by your local telephone company by pressing the You may be required to subscribe to these services before they can be used. Please contact your local telephone company for more details, or to subscribe.
Paging To locate the handset When an incoming call is received during paging, paging is stopped and the telephone is switched to the incoming call. If you press talk placed in off-hook (talk) mode. Paging cannot be performed while the handset is in use.
Caller ID You must subscribe to the 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 You must subscribe to answer the phone.
Caller ID message will not Here are some typical displays; appear. When the phone number and name data are received 5/11 12:30PM 01 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 When a private name is received When the call is received 5/11 12:30PM 01 via a telephone company...
Press The summary screen appears. The screen shows the number of new messages and total messages. • Press ID message. 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 Press Or press Press while the incoming call call id Total:02 to display the latest caller ª...
Deleting information from the Caller ID list The EXT 1960 stores up to 50 messages. If the phone receives the 51st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. Deleting a Caller ID message...
Deleting all Caller ID name/numbers If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is cancelled. call id Press Total:02 Press Delete All ? Press to select “Yes” or • ª “No”. Press select When the pointer is at “Yes”: A beep tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted.
Using the Caller ID list Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXT 1960 stores up to 50 messages. When a long distance call has been set, “1” appears in the display.
Caller ID list by pressing • 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 Press memory Select Location 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JONE DOE Press ª memory location. Or press the dial button ( number (01 - 20). Press select A beep tone will sound.
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.
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 with display showing.
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. Symptom The status LED won't • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged come on when the handset is placed in • Make sure the handset is properly the base unit.
Specifications General The EXT 1960 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.
Index Adjusting ringer and earpiece volume ...14 Advanced Calling Features ..24 Battery pack Preparing and charging ...9 Replacement and handling ...36 Caller ID Caller ID service...26 Call Waiting...33 Deleting...29 Using ...31 Viewing ...28 Connection...5 Dialing mode ...6 Digital security code ...2, 34 E, F, G Earpiece volume...14 Headset installation ...35...
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