Welcome/Features Quick Reference Guide Controls and Functions Getting Started Read this First Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Terminology Setting Menu Options Basics Making and Receiving Calls Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume Redial Tone Dialing Switch-over...
Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden EXI376 series cordless telephone. This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purpose.
Step 1 Charging the Battery TO INSTALL THE HANDSET BATTERY Remove the cover. Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity. Replace the cover. TO PLUG INTO AC POWER Plug AC adapter cord into the base unit and then into a 120V AC outlet. Place the handset on the base.
Read this First This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: Step 1 (page 7) Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 8) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Step 3 (page 9 to 11) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.
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. • Base unit • Handset • AC adapter • Rechargeable battery •...
Setting up the Phone Do the following steps: A. Choose the best location B. Install the battery pack A. 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.
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B. Install the battery pack Charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your phone. 1) Press in on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off. 2) Connect the battery pack connector observing correct polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the battery compartment.
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Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged (15-20 hours charge time) • Seven hours continuous use • Fourteen days when the handset is in the standby mode Even when the Low Battery Alert battery pack is not being used, it will grad- When the battery pack is very low and needs to be ually discharge over a charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions...
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C. Connect the base unit 1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 2) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the base unit. 3) Make sure that the status LED illuminates.
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate. DO NOT use an AC outlet controlled by a wall 1) Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN 9V jack. switch.
Direct wall 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: • Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall. •...
Setting Menu Options There are five setup options available. They are Caller ID options [AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), Area Code], Dial Mode and Language. AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing the talk/flash button. If the phone rings when AutoTalk is on, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call.
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1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold cid/menu. The Caller ID setting screen appears. 2) Press 3 or press twice to select ¨ 3) Press select. 4) Use the number keys (0 to 9), #/ delete/ch to enter the 3-digit area code.
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1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold cid/menu. The following screen appears. 2) Press 4 or press 3) Press select to toggle between ¨ each setting. 4) Press end or return the handset to the base unit. The handset returns to the standby mode.
Making and Receiving Calls Handset On Base Pick up the handset (AutoTalk) To answer or pick up the handset and press a call talk/flash. 1) Pick up the handset. 2) Press talk/flash. 3) Listen for the dial tone. 4) Dial the number. To make a call 1) Pick up the handset.
Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume Handset ringer tone and volume Press tones and volume combinations. Earpiece volume Pressing of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended. When you press tone sounds. Ringer Mute You can temporarily mute the ringer tone.
Redial The redial/p key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up to 32 digits long. Tone Dialing Switch-over Some telephone companies use equipment that requires pulse dialing (sometimes referred to as rotary dialing). If you need to enter tone dialing digits, you can switch-over to tone dialing during the call.
Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone´s channel for clear operation. This function works only when the phone is in use. Press delete/ch. ¨ changing to another channel. For more information on interference, refer to "Precautions"...
Storing Phone Numbers and Names Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your EXI376 series stores up to 10 names/numbers in the handset. 1) Press and hold mem until ¨ 2) Press , or enter a number (0 - 9) to select the memory location where you would like to store the number.
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5) Press select. ¨ The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the number to be entered. 6) Use the number keys to enter the phone number. The pause feature is The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. useful for long distance Use redial/p to enter a pause in the dialing sequence.
Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters. With each press of a numeric key, the displayed character appears in the following order: Upper case letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding to the key.
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For example, to enter Uniden; 1) Pick up the handset and press and hold mem. 2) Enter a number or press 3) Press select. 4) Press 8 twice. 5) Press 6 five times. 6) Press 4 six times. 7) Press 3 four times, then press #/ If the next character uses the same number key, you must press #/ over.
Making Calls with Memory Dialing Memory dialing from Standby Mode 1) Press mem. The handset displays your programmed memory locations. 2) Press , or enter the number (0 - 9) to select the memory location you would like to dial. 3) Press talk/flash.
Memory dialing from Talk Mode 1) Press talk/flash. ¨ volume setting appears. 2) Press mem. If you select a memory location that does not 3) Enter a number (0 - 9) to select the memory location of have a stored number, the desired phone number.
Editing a Stored Name and/or Phone Number 1) Press and hold mem until ¨ 2) Press , or enter a number (0 - 9) to select the memory location you would like to edit. 3) Press select. The following screen appears with the memory location number that you have selected in the display.
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7) Use the number key, redial/p or delete/ch to edit the phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. (See page 22.) If you don´t want to change the phone number, skip this step. 8) Press select. You hear a confirmation tone, and the following screen appears.
Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number 1) Press and hold mem until ¨ 2) Press , or enter a number (0 - 9) to select the memory location you would like to erase. 3) Press select. The following screen appears with the memory location number that you have selected in the display.
RocketDial You can store your most frequently dialed number in the RocketDial location. The RocketDial allows you to dial a number with one key press. (There is no need to press talk. The phone will automatically dial the number stored.) •...
Deleting the RocketDial 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold RocketDial. Following display appears. 2) Press to select ¨ 3) Press select. Following display appears. 4) Press to move the pointer to ¨ 5) Press select or delete/ch. You hear a confirmation tone, and the following display appears.
Caller ID You must subscribe to 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 answer the phone. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, and time. •...
When an unknown name is received 2) When you pick up the phone, the display changes to ¨ set to on.) Data errors appear as ¨ ¨. Viewing the Caller ID Message List The Caller ID list stores information for up to 30 incoming calls - even unanswered calls.
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List The EXI376 series stores up to 30 messages. If the phone receives the 31st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually. • While using the Deleting a Caller ID message ¨...
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3) Press to select ¨ 4) Press select or delete/ch. When the pointer is at ¨ A tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted. When the pointer is at ¨ ¨: The display returns to the summary screen. ¨...
Using the Caller ID List Calling a party from the Caller ID list You can place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXI376 series stores up to 30 messages. 1) Press cid/menu. Select the phone number that you want to •...
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Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing. Using the incoming call information (i.e., Caller ID list), the phone number of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory. 1) Press cid/menu.
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes. Headset Installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, insert headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations.
With normal usage, your battery should last about one year. Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts Department for a replacement battery. Warning: To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden battery model and Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product.
Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status LED won't illuminate when the handset is placed in the base. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Can't make or receive calls. [ 40 ] A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N •...
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Symptom The handset doesn't ring or • The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery for 15-20 hours. receive a page. • The handset may be too far away from the base unit. • Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects. •...
A replacement Uniden adapter and battery may be purchased at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.
Uniden service center for a defect or malfunc- tion covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equip- ment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this product.
I.C. Notice TERMINAL EQUIPMENT NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Index AC adapter information ...42 Adjusting ringer and earpiece volume ...18 Battery pack Information ...42 Install ...9 Maintenance ...10, 39 Preparing and charging ... 11 Replacement and handling ... 39 Beltclip installation ... 38 Caller ID Caller ID service ... 32 Call Waiting ...
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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. Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.