Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Related Manuals for Uniden DSS7915 Series
Summary of Contents for Uniden DSS7915 Series
- Page 1 DSS7915 DSS7915+1 Series Owner’s Manual OWNER’S MANUAL...
-
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Welcome ... 4 Product Overview ... 6 Features: ... 6 Parts of the Phone ... 7 Using the Interface ... 9 Reading the Handset Display ... 9 Using the Four-way Function Key ... 0 Using the Handset Menus ... 0 Entering Text from your Phone ... - Page 3 Selecting a Ring Tone ... 3 Activating AutoTalk ... 32 Activating Any Key Answer ... 32 Using your Phone ... 33 Making a call from the Phonebook ... 34 Making a call with Speed Dial ... 34 Switching to the Handset Speakerphone during a Call ...
- Page 4 Precautions! ... 55 Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning ... 55 Index ... 57 One Year Limited Warranty ... 62...
-
Page 5: Welcome
Welcome Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Multi-Handset phone. Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit. -
Page 6: Terminology Used In This Manual
Terminology used in this Manual The handset is not in use. If the handset is on the cradle or [ /flash] or [ ] is not pressed, no line Standby has been activated. No dial tone is present. Caller ID is available from your Telephone provider and is offered to users on a subscription basis. With this service and a display on your cordless phone, you will be able to see the incoming caller information such as name and phone number. -
Page 7: Product Overview
Product Overview Features: • 5.8GHz DSS Expandable System • Expands up to 0 Handsets • Caller ID* • Caller ID on Call Waiting • Name Tag (POP ID) • Distinctive Ring • Advanced Phonebook Features: • Store Up to 00 Names for each station •... -
Page 8: Parts Of The Phone
Parts of the Phone The following illustrations show you all of the different parts of your phone. Handset pqrs pqrs tone tone oper oper int , com int , com speaker speaker hold hold Handset Antenna Headset Jack Cover Beltclip Hole Speakerphone Speaker and Ringer Handset Battery Compartment New Message LED... - Page 9 Base Base Charging Contacts [find hs] (find handset) key Charge LED DC IN 9V Jack TEL LINE Jack...
-
Page 10: Using The Interface
Using the Interface Reading the Handset Display The handset display uses icons to tell you the status of your phone. The table below lists the icons and what they mean. Icon Standby/Talk Status Talk The privacy icon appears when Privacy mode is turned on. Talk The mute icon appears when you mute the handset. -
Page 11: The Standby Screen
The Standby Screen When the phone is in standby, the handset display shows the following items: • Handset Ringer off icon (when the ringer is off)/ day of the week and time / battery icon Handset ID and Banner Number of new Caller ID calls received (If there are no new Caller ID messages, the Handset ID appears here.) Using the Four-way Function Key Your handset has a four-way function key that allows you to move... -
Page 12: Entering Text From Your Phone
Entering Text from your Phone You can use the number keypad on your handset to enter text by referring to the letters printed on each number key. When you press the number key in a text entry field, the phone displays the first letter printed on the number key. Press the number key twice to display the second letter and three times to display the third. -
Page 13: Installing The Phone
Installing the Phone Choosing the Best Location When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider: • The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet (one which is not connected to a switch). -
Page 14: Installing The Rechargeable Battery
Installing the Rechargeable Battery Use only the Uniden BT-446 or BT-750 rechargeable battery pack supplied with your cordless telephone. Follow the steps below to install a battery: Press in on the handset battery case cover (use the finger indention for a better grip) and slide the cover downward to remove. -
Page 15: Connecting The Base And Charging The Handset
Connecting the Base and Charging the Handset Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 9V jack. Connect the AC adaptor to a continuous power supply (i.e., an outlet that is not controlled by a switch). Place the handset in the base with the LCD screen facing forward. Make sure that the charge LED illuminates. -
Page 16: Installing The Belt Clip
Installing the Belt Clip Line up the holes on each side of the handset. To attach the belt clip, insert into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. To remove the belt clip, pull either side of the belt clip to release the tabs from the holes. Connecting to the Phone Line Once the handset battery pack is fully charged, connect the tele- phone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. -
Page 17: Changing The Dial Mode
Changing the Dial Mode (Australian Model Only) Your phone can communicate with the telephone network in two different ways: tone dial- ing or pulse dialing. These days, most phone networks use a method called tone dialing, so your phone comes programmed for tone dialing. If your phone company uses pulse di- aling, you will need to change your phone’s dial mode. -
Page 18: Basic Setup
Setting the Day & Time To change the day and time shown in the display, follow the steps listed below. Note: If you don’t press any keys for two minutes when setting the date and time, the phone will exit the menu. Press the MENU soft key. -
Page 19: Activating Distinctive Ring
Activating Distinctive Ring You can assign special ring tones to anyone in your phonebook. When your phone gets a call, it looks up the Caller ID information in your phonebook. If you’ve assigned a Distinctive ring to that number, the phone uses it so you know who is calling. To turn on Distinctive ring, follow these steps: Press the MENU soft key. -
Page 20: Activating The Key Touch Tone
Activating the Key Touch Tone Key Touch Tone is the tone your keypad makes when keys are pressed. You can turn this tone on or off. Press the MENU soft key. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the KEY TOUCH TONE submenu. -
Page 21: Setting Up Voice Mail
Setting up Voice Mail If you subscribe to a voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. The new message LED flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. If you have programmed your access number into your phone, you can simply press the [ ] soft key to access your voice mail. -
Page 22: Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Access
Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Access You can program your voice mail access number to the [ ] soft key on a station so you can get your messages at the touch of a button. Your voice mail service provider will supply you with the access number. This number may be simply a phone number. -
Page 23: Adding Accessory Handsets
Adding Accessory Handsets Your phone supports up to a total of ten (0) cordless handsets. (Model DSS7905 accessory handset sold separately.) Accessory handsets do not need to be connected to a phone jack. You can now place a fully-featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the handset charger. Compatible Handsets Your phone is compatible with the DSS7905 and DSS7805WP. -
Page 24: Registering Dss7905 Accessory Handsets
Registering DSS7905 Accessory Handsets Your phone supports a total of ten (0) cordless handsets. Handset(s) supplied in the box with the phone base are pre-registered at the factory. If you purchase an accessory handset, you need to register the handset before use. Only one handset can be registered at a time. -
Page 25: Registering The Dss7805Wp Compatible Handsets
Registering DSS7805WP Compatible Handsets Disconnect the base AC adapter. While holding the [find hs], reconnect the AC adapter until the charge LED starts blinking. On the handset, press and hold [#] until you hear a beep. While the handset is registering, HANDSET REGISTERING will appear in the LCD. When REGISTRATION COMPLETE is displayed;... -
Page 26: Setting Up The Phonebook
Setting up the Phonebook Your phone allows you to store up to 00 names in your handset phonebook. Your phone shares memory between your phonebook and CID with a total of 00 entries. Once you store 00 phonebook entries, CID information will not be stored and will only display at time of new incoming calls. -
Page 27: Chain Dialing
Assign a distinctive ring tone for this entry (Distinctive Ring). You can attach a personalized ring tone to each phonebook entry; the phone will use this ring tone when this person calls. Move the cursor to highlight one of the 20 different ring tone options. -
Page 28: Finding A Phonebook Entry
Once the call has connected you will then do the following. Press [ ]. Use [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key to select the desired entry. Press the Dial soft key. Finding a Phonebook Entry Phonebook entries are stored in alphabetical order. To scroll through the phonebook, press [ ] and then press [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key. -
Page 29: Storing Caller Id Or Redial Numbers In The Phonebook
Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook You can store Caller ID records or redial numbers in the phonebook so you can use them later. Go to the Caller ID or redial list and select the number you want to store. (If the Caller ID information did not include the number, then you will not be able to store it.) When the phone is in standby, press [ ] (on the right side of the four-way key) to open the Caller ID list, or press the REDIAL soft key to open the redial list. -
Page 30: Copying Phonebook Entries To Another Station
Copying Phonebook Entries to another Station You can transfer stored phonebook entries from one handset to another without having to re-enter names and numbers. You can transfer one phonebook entry at a time or all phonebook entries at once. When the phone is in standby, press [ ]. Press the COPY soft key. -
Page 31: Customizing Your Phone
Customizing Your Phone Changing the Handset Banner Each handset will display a banner name once it is registered to the base. The default banner is Handset #, Handset #2, etc. You can change the name your phone displays by changing the banner display. If you have more than one handset, you can use the banner name to identify your handset during handset-to-handset functions like intercom. -
Page 32: Selecting A Ring Tone
Selecting a Ring Tone You may choose from 0 melodies or 0 tones for your phone’s primary ring tone. Each station can use a different ring tone or melody. The available ring tones are listed below: Melodies Beethoven’s Symphony #9 [Beethoven9] For Elise [Elise] We Wish You A Merry Christmas [Merry- Xmas] Home Sweet Home [Hm Swt Hm]... -
Page 33: Activating Autotalk
Activating AutoTalk AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the cra- dle. You do not have to press any keys to answer the call. Press the MENU soft key Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the AUTO TALK submenu. Select ON or OFF, and press the OK soft key. -
Page 34: Using Your Phone
Using your Phone From a cordless handset Remove the handset from the charging cradle. Press [ /flash]. Listen for the dial tone. Dial the number. Making a call Remove the handset from the charging cradle. Dial the number. Press [ /flash]. Pick up the handset. -
Page 35: Making A Call From The Phonebook
Making a call from the Phonebook When the phone is in standby, press [ ] to open the phonebook. Scroll through the list with the [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function keys until you find the phonebook entry you want to call. -
Page 36: Using Caller Id, Call Waiting And Redial Lists
Using Caller ID, Call Waiting and Redial Lists If you subscribe to Caller ID from your phone company, your phone will show you the caller’s phone number and name (if available) whenever a call comes in. If you subscribe to both Call Waiting and Caller ID, the phone also shows you the name and the number of any call that comes in while you are on the line. -
Page 37: Making A Call From A Caller Id Record
Making a call from a Caller ID Record When the phone is in standby, press [ ] (on the right side of the four-way key) to open the Caller ID list. Use [ ] or [ ] to find the Caller ID record you want to dial. Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset to dial the number. -
Page 38: Using Call Waiting
Using Call Waiting If you have Call Waiting service and a second call comes in when you are on the phone, a call waiting tone will sound. (If you subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting, the handset displays the name and phone number of the waiting call.) For Australian Model: Press [ /flash] and then [2] on the handset to accept the waiting call. -
Page 39: Redialing A Number
Redialing a Number You can quickly redial the last 3 numbers dialed on each handset. With the phone in standby, press the REDIAL soft key to open the redial list. Use [ / ] to scroll through the redial list. When you find the number you want to dial, press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset to dial the number. -
Page 40: Adjusting The Ringer, Earpiece And Speaker Volume
Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker Volume Adjusting the Ringer Volume You can choose from three ringer volume settings on the handset (off, low, high). With the phone in standby, use [ / ] on the four-way function key to adjust the ringer vol- ume. -
Page 41: Finding A Lost Handset
The handset will remain in “T-coil” mode for all future calls or until the “T-coil” mode is turned off. To turn off the “T-coil” mode perform the following steps on your handset: While on a call: Press and hold [mute] for at least 5 seconds or until a beep tone is heard. The “T-coil”... -
Page 42: Conferencing
Conferencing If you have more than one handset, up to three people can participate in a conference call. A three-way conference call consists of an outside line, and two handsets. You can easily join a call already in progress. Press [ /flash] or [ ] on the handset to join the call. To hang up, return the handset to the cradle or press [ ] on the handset. -
Page 43: Using Special Features
Using Special Features Muting the Ringer (One Call Only) While the phone is ringing, press the MUTE soft key on the handset to mute the ringer for this call. The phone will ring again normally on the next call. (The handset must be off the cradle to mute the ringer.) Muting the Microphone Mute turns off the microphone so the caller cannot hear you. -
Page 44: Using The Directlink Feature
Using the DirectLink Feature A pair of handsets (or two pairs of handsets at one time) can function as two-way radios. This fea- ture is called DirectLink and will not interfere with the base’s ability to make or receive telephone calls while in use. -
Page 45: Intercom
Intercom Making an Intercom Page You can use the intercom to talk to another station without using the phone line. With the phone in standby, press [int’com/hold]. Use [ ] or [ ] to select the handset you want to talk with, and then press the OK soft key. If you select ALL, all other registered handsets will be paged. -
Page 46: Room Monitor
Room Monitor This feature allows you to monitor sounds in another room. Place a handset in the room you wish to monitor; it will function as a microphone. Another handset can be set to function as a remote speaker, allowing you to monitor sounds in the room. -
Page 47: Tone Dialing Switch Over
Your phone may be used with an optional headset. To use this feature, insert the head- set plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. Headsets may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department. See back cover page for contact information. -
Page 48: Maintenance
Maintenance Specifications Operating Temperature 32° F to 22° F (0° C to 50° C) Base: AAD-04S(M) or AAD-04S AC Adapter Part Number Charging Cradle: AAD-600S(M) or AAD-600S Base: 240V AC, 50Hz Input Voltage Charging Cradle: 240V AC, 50Hz Base: 9V DC @ 350mA Output Voltage Charging Cradle: 9V DC @ 20mA Battery Part Number... -
Page 49: Battery Replacement And Handling
Warning To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, use only Uniden AAD-041S(M) or AAD-04S (9V 350mA) and AAD-600S(M) or AAD-600S AC adapters and Uniden BT-446 or BT-750 battery pack with your phone. -
Page 50: Low Battery Alert
Low Battery Alert When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. When LOW BATTERY appears in the display and the phone is in standby, none of the keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as quickly as possible, and return the handset to the charging cradle. -
Page 51: Troubleshooting
Note: It is also possible to reset the handset back to its original factory settings. All changes including Caller ID infor- mation will be erased. For more information on resetting the handset back to factory settings and when you need to do this, see www.uniden.com.au (for Australian model) or www.uniden.co.nz (for New Zealand model). -
Page 52: Changing The Digital Security Code
Changing the Digital Security Code The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base. Your unit ships from the manufacturer with a preset security code. Resetting this code is not normally necessary. In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code or if you are instructed to change this code by a manufacturer’s Call Center Representative, you can change the code by: Perform “Resetting the Handset”... -
Page 53: Common Issues
Common Issues If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. If these steps do not solve your problem, please call our Customer Hotline. See back cover page for contact information. Symptom The charge LED won’t illuminate when the handset is placed in the cradle. - Page 54 Symptom The Caller ID does not display. You cannot register the handset at the base. The handset doesn’t commu- nicate with other handsets. An accessory handset can’t join the conversation. The Room Monitor feature does not work. Suggestion • The call was placed through a switchboard. •...
-
Page 55: Liquid Damage
Liquid Damage Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. Follow the suggestions below if your phone gets wet. Exterior If the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior plastic housing is affected, wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. -
Page 56: Precautions
Before you read anything else, please observe the following: Warning! Uniden 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 57: Important Safety Instructions
Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories. Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. -
Page 58: Index
Index Adding Accessory Handsets ... 22, 23 Animation screen ... 9 Answering a Call... 33 Any Key Answer ... 32 AutoTalk ... 32 Battery Contacts Maintenance ... 48 Battery Replacement and Handling ... 48 Caller ID on Call Waiting ... 7 Chain Dialing ... - Page 59 Speaker Volume ... 39 Speed Dial ... 26, 34 T-coil..39 Talk and Standby Times ... 49 Voice Mail ... 20 Voice Mail Programming... 2 Voice Mail Tone ... 20 Voice Message Waiting Indicator Reset ... 2...
- Page 60 Memo...
- Page 61 Memo...
- Page 62 Memo...
-
Page 63: One Year Limited Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty DSS7915, DSS7915+1 Corded Phone Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. Warrantor: Uniden Australia Pty Limited A.B.N. 58 00 865 498 Uniden New Zealand Limited Warranty is only valid in the original country of purchase. - Page 64 ©2007 Uniden Australia Pty Limited/Uniden New Zealand Limited Part Code UPZZ0856BZ(0) Printed in China...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the DSS7915 Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers