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Uniden XCI-660 Instruction Manual

Xci-660 series
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Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Battery Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Important Electrical Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Telephone Line Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Radio Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Selecting a Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Telephone Line Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the Telephone Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Applying Power to the Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Adapter Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Desk or Tabletop Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wall Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Direct Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting Up Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Extending the Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Installing the Handset Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning the Battery Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Charging the Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting the Pulse/Tone Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adjusting Ringer Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Automatic Digital Code Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Entering the Local Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Setting Caller ID on Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Setting the AutoTalk Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Redialing the Last Number Called . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using Caller ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
The Caller ID Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Viewing Calls in Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Calling the Displayed Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Deleting Caller ID messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Programming Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
in Dial Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Calling a Number Stored in Memory . . . . . . . . . . 43
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting ......46 XCI-660 Series ....8...

  • Page 2: Controls And Functions

    Controls and Functions LCD Display talk Key Numeric Keypad flash/function Key redial/pause Key caller id Key mem Key channel/delete Key volume/cancel Key Uniden XCI-660 talk caller id tone flash redial volume chan function pause cancel delete...
  • Page 3 pulse/tone page/find Extend A Phone • • 25 CHANNEL ULTRACLEAR PLUS 10. Pulse/Tone Switch 11. page/find Key...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
  • Page 5 10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

  • Page 6: Battery Safety Precautions

    Battery Safety Precautions Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions: 1. Use only the appropriate type and size Battery Pack specified in this Operating Guide. 2. Do not dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire. The cell may explode.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    This series of phones is available in designer colors which are designated by different model numbers. Accordingly, this manual describes the operation of the XCI-660, XCI-665 , and the XCI-667 . Features 25 46/49 MHz Channels Random Code™...

  • Page 8: Included With The Xci-660 Series

    Included with the XCI-660 Series If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts Department at: (800) 554-3988, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central, Monday through Friday. Handset Base Unit Rechargeable Battery Long AC Adapter Short...

  • Page 9: Important Electrical Considerations

    Warning: Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm. Caution: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by this Operating Guide, could void your authority to operate this product.

  • Page 10: Radio Interference

    Radio Interference Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless Handset, or clicking noises in the Base Unit. This interference is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem.

  • Page 11: Installation

    Selecting a Location Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important guidelines you should consider: The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous power outlet. Note: A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does not have a switch to interrupt its power.

  • Page 12: Telephone Line Outlets

    This type of installation is not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone dealer or a telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter for your particular situation.

  • Page 13: Applying Power To The Base Unit

    Applying Power to the Base Unit The XCI-660S eries phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt power, and the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when the phone is placed on a desk or table, connect the adapter as shown below.

  • Page 14: Desk Or Tabletop Installation

    Desk or Tabletop Installation 1. Place the Base on a desk or tabletop. 2. Plug the AC Adapter cord into the 9V DC input jack on the Base Unit. 3. Place the AC Adapter cord around the strain relief. 4. Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the Base...
  • Page 15 6. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Note: Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch. Use only the Uniden AC Adapter supplied with this phone.

  • Page 16: Wall Installation

    Wall Installation Standard Wall Plate Mounting These phones are designed to be mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE wall plate. 1. Plug the AC Adapter into the Base Unit. 2. Place the AC Adapter cord inside the molded channel. 3.
  • Page 17 4. Place the telephone cord inside the molded channel on the bottom of the Base Unit. Then plug the other end of the telephone cord into the modular jack on the wall. 5. Place the Base Unit on the posts of the wall plate and push down until it’s firmly seated.

  • Page 18: Direct Wall Mounting

    Direct Wall Mounting If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly on a wall. Before mounting your phone, consider the following: Select a location away from electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall.
  • Page 19 3. Place the AC Adapter cord inside the molded channel. 4. Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the Base Unit. 5. Place the cord inside the molded channel on the bottom of the Base Unit.

  • Page 20: Setting The Handset Retainer

    7. Plug the other end of the telephone line cord into the wall jack. 8. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Note: Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch. Setting the Handset Retainer The handset retainer holds the Handset in place if your phone is mounted on a wall.
  • Page 21 2. Flip the retainer over so the tab faces up. 3. Put the retainer back into its slot on the Base Unit. 4. Push down on the Handset retainer until it snaps into place.

  • Page 22: Setting Up Your Phone

    Setting Up Your Phone Extending the Antenna Before using your phone, be sure to raise its antenna to the vertical position. Installing the Handset Battery Pack 1. Press in on the Battery Cover Release. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover down.
  • Page 23 3. Align the plastic connector of the Nickel-Cadmium battery pack with its socket and plug it in. Note: The black lead will be on the left when the plug is properly aligned. 4. Place the battery pack inside the battery compartment, and slide the battery cover back on.

  • Page 24: Cleaning The Battery Contacts

    Cleaning the Battery Contacts To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all charging contacts on the Handset and Base Unit about once a month. Use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner. Do not use any liquids or solvents. page/find Contacts Contacts...

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the Battery Pack Initial Battery Charging The rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack must be fully charged before using your phone for the first time. We recommend that the battery pack charge for approximately 15-20 hours, without interruption, before plugging the phone line into your new phone.

  • Page 26: Low Battery Indicator

    Continuous Battery Charging For the best battery performance, return the Handset to the Base Unit at the end of the day. This keeps the battery fully charged, so your phone works best. Low Battery Indicator When the Battery Pack in the Handset is very low and needs to be charged, the Battery...

  • Page 27: Setting The Pulse/Tone Switch

    Setting the Pulse/Tone Switch Be sure the PULSE/TONE switch is in the TONE position. Most phone systems are Tone dialing. Check with your local phone company if you are not sure whether your system is Tone or Pulse dialing. Adjusting Ringer Controls Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions.

  • Page 28: Automatic Digital Code Security

    Automatic Digital Code Security To avoid unauthorized calls on your phone, a Digital Code feature was added to the XCI-660 S eriesphone. This Digital Code is shared only between the Handset and Base Unit. The Code is set automatically when you first use the phone.

  • Page 29: Entering The Local Area Code

    If the Base Unit loses power while the Handset is off the Base, the Digital Code may be erased. When this happens, the Handset will not function. To reestablish communication between the Handset and Base Unit: 1. Restore power to the Base Unit. 2.

  • Page 30: Setting Caller Id On Call Waiting

    To delete your local area code: 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Press flash/function twice. 3. Press chan/delete three times. 4. Press mem . A confirmation tone sounds and the display remains on for two seconds. 5. Place the Handset on the Base.

  • Page 31: Total Calls

    3. Press 1 . 4. Press mem . A confirmation tone sounds and the display remains on for two seconds. 5. Place the Handset on the Base. The Battery icon will blink to indicate that the setting has been stored. To turn Caller ID on Call Waiting off: 1.

  • Page 32: Setting The Autotalk Feature

    Setting the AutoTalk Feature To turn AutoTalk on: 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Press flash/function four times. 3. Press 1 . 4. Press mem . A confirmation tone sounds and the display remains on for two seconds. 5.

  • Page 33: Total Calls

    5. Place the Handset TOTAL CALLS on the Base. The Battery icon will blink to indicate that the setting has been stored.

  • Page 34: Using Your Phone

    Using Your Phone Please refer to the foldout in front of your operating guide for key positions. Making Calls 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Dial the number you wish to call. For example, 123 - 4567 3.

  • Page 35: Receiving Calls

    Receiving Calls You must subscribe to Caller ID services from your local phone company for the caller’s name and number to be displayed. When the phone rings, the LCD displays information about the person calling you. If the signal is not strong enough to display the complete ID, the LCD may...

  • Page 36: Redialing The Last Number Called

    When you are finished with the conversation, press talk to hang up. Place the Handset back on the Base. Redialing the Last Number Called 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Press talk . If the Handset fails to connect with the Base the Handset beeps and returns to standby mode.
  • Page 37 2. Press flash/function DELETING to switch to that call. 00:00:04 3. To switch back to your original call, press flash/function again.

  • Page 38: Using Caller Id

    LCD with Handset off Base and caller id Pressed. TOTAL CALLS NO NEW CALLS The XCI-660 Series can store information on up to 30 different calls. Information on new calls received after 30 calls will be stored, and the oldest call in memory will be deleted.

  • Page 39: Viewing Calls In Memory

    Viewing Calls in Memory 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Press caller id . 3. To view calls stored in memory, Press To dial the number currently displayed, press the talk key. To add a 1 for long distance dialing, press 1 and then press the talk key.

  • Page 40: Calling The Displayed Number

    Calling the Displayed Number To dial the number currently displayed, press the talk key. To add a 1 for long distance dialing, press 1 and then press the talk key. Deleting Caller ID messages Only individual messages can be deleted on the XCI 660.

  • Page 41: Programming Your Phone

    Storing a Caller ID memory number in Dial Memory There are 20 dial memory locations in the XCI-660 Series cordless phone. You can store any number in your Caller ID memory in Dial memory so it can be used later with memory dialing.
  • Page 42 3. Press 1 . 4. Enter the phone number you want to store. For example, 123 - 4567 . 5. Press mem . 6. Enter a name up to 12 characters long using to move one character to left or right.

  • Page 43: Calling A Number Stored In Memory

    Continue until the name Bob Jones is displayed in the LCD. 7. Press mem . 8. Enter a memory location for the number. For example, press 05 to assign location 05 to the number. You hear a confirmation beep and the LCD displays: Calling a Number Stored in Memory Use this feature to dial a number previously stored...

  • Page 44: Editing And Deleting Numbers In Dial Memory

    Editing and Deleting Numbers in Dial Memory Use this feature to edit or delete numbers stored in dial memory. 1. Remove the Handset from the Base Unit. 2. Press flash/function . 3. Press 0 . 4. Enter the memory location to edit or delete.
  • Page 45 To edit the number entry in dial memory, for example, to change 5941 to 1234: Press mem . Press chan/delete four times. Enter 1234 . To edit the name entry in dial memory, for example to change Bob Jones to Tom Jones: Press mem again.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your XCI-660 Series Cordless Telephone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps. If you are still unable to resolve the problems, contact Uniden Customer Service at (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday.
  • Page 47 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Problem Handset doesn’t ring or receive a page. Hear only continuous static from Handset and phone will not turn off. 660CH3E.CHP Mon Nov 03 16:55:38 1997 Suggestion Nickel-Cadmium battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery on the Base Unit for 15–20 hours.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    General – The XCI-660 Series complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Frequency Control Modulation Operating Temperature Base Unit Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency Power Requirements Size (w/o antenna) Weight Handset Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency Power Requirements Size Weight (w/battery) Battery...
  • Page 49 Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen XC660CE.CHP Mon Nov 03 16:40:43 1997...
  • Page 50 Before you read anything else, please observe the following: WARNING! Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.
  • Page 51 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 52 Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,511,761 4,595,795 4,797,916 4,523,058 ® ©1997 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.

This manual is also suitable for:

Xci-665Xci-667

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