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  • Page 1 DSS7960+1 Owner’s Manual OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Basic.Setup..............21 Setting the Date and Time ........2 Welcome................ 4 Activating Caller ID on Call Waiting ...... 2 Terminology used in this Manual ......5 Activating Distinctive Ring (Handset only) ..... 22 Product.Overview............6 Name tag .............. 22 DSS7960+ Features: ..........
  • Page 3 Editing Phonebook Entries ........32 Adjusting.the.Ringer,.Earpiece.and.. Speaker.Volume............45 Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook ............. 32 Adjusting the Ringer Volume ........ 45 Erasing Phonebook Entries ........33 Adjusting the Earpiece and Speaker Volume ..45 Deleting All Phonebook Entries ......
  • Page 4 Battery Replacement and Handling ...... 59 Cleaning the Battery Contacts ....... 59 Low Battery Alert ........... 60 Talk and Standby Times ......... 60 Troubleshooting............61 Resetting the Handset ........... 6 Resetting the Handset without the Base ....62 Changing the Digital Security Code ....... 62 Traveling Out of Range ..........

  • 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 and the base are not in use. If the handset is on the cradle or [ /flash] or [ ] on Standby the handset is not pressed, the LINE1 or LINE2 soft key is not pressed, or [ ] on the base is not pressed, no line has been activated.

  • Page 7: Product.overview

    Product.Overview • DirectLink™ • Room/Baby Monitoring • Speakerphones on Base & Handset DSS7960+1.Features: • 20 Handset Ringer Options on Handset (0 • 5.8GHz DSS Expandable System Tones/0 Melodies) • Two Line Operation • 0 Speed Dial Locations • Expands up to 0 Handsets •...

  • Page 8: Dss7960+ - Parts Of The Phone

    DSS7960+1.-.Parts.of.the.Phone The following illustrations show you all of the different parts of your phone. Handset Handset Antenna Headset Jack Cover Beltclip Hole Speakerphone Speaker and Ringer Handset Battery Compartment New Message LED Handset Earpiece LCD Display Soft keys [ /flash] key (talk/flash)
  • Page 9 Base 26 27 28 29 [flash/find hs] key Base Speaker Base Microphone Base Charging Contacts [dnd] key (do not disturb) and LED [#] key Base LCD ] key tone [ ] key (speaker) and speaker LED Soft Keys [redial/pause] key [ ] key (phonebook) [ ] key (up) charge/in use LED...

  • 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 Status Description Talk The privacy icon appears when Privacy mode is turned on. Talk The mute icon appears when you mute the handset.

  • Page 11: Reading The Base Display

    Reading.the.Base.Display The base display uses icons to tell you the status of your phone. The table below lists the icons and what they mean. Icon Status Description Talk The privacy icon appears when Privacy mode is turned on. Talk The mute icon appears when you mute the base. The ringer off icon appears only when the ringer for both Line  Standby and Line 2 are turned off.

  • Page 12: Using The Four-Way Function Key

    Using.the.Four-way.Function.Key Your handset and the base have a four-way function key that allows you to move the cursor (or highlighted area) on the display and ac- cess the most commonly used features at the touch of a button. By moving this key to the left, you open the Phonebook. Move the key to the right to access Caller ID information.
  • Page 13 Entering.Text.from.your.Phone You can use the number keypad on your handset or base 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.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Wall Mounting The Base

    Wall.Mounting.the.Base This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate. Snap the wall mount adaptor into the notches on the base top. Plug the AC adaptor into the DC IN 9V jack. Wrap the AC adaptor cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown. Plug the AC adaptor into a standard 240V AC wall outlet.

  • Page 16: Direct Wall Mounting

    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. •...

  • Page 17: Installing The Rechargeable Battery

    Installing.the.Rechargeable.Battery Use only the Uniden BT-446 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 18: 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). Close the handset and place it in the base with the LCD screen facing forward. Make sure that the charge/in use LED illuminates.

  • Page 19: 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.

  • Page 20: Testing The Connection

    Testing.the.connection To test your connection, try making a call. If your call connects, the settings are fine. If your call does not connect, check the following: Check the AC adaptor cord. Make sure it is securely connected to the DC IN connector and to a standard AC power outlet.

  • Page 21: Changing The Dial Mode (Australian Model Only)

    Changing.the.Dial.Mode.(Australian.Model.Only) Your phone can communicate with the telephone network in two different ways: tone di- aling or pulse dialing. These days, most phone networks use a method called tone di- aling, so your phone comes programmed for tone dialing. If your phone company uses pulse dialing, you will need to change your phone’s dial mode.

  • Page 22: Basic.setup

    Basic.Setup Setting.the.Date.and.Time To change the date 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. Select the GLOBAL SETUP menu, and then the DATE & TIME submenu. Move the cursor to the date, month, year, hours, and minutes.

  • Page 23: Activating Distinctive Ring (Handset Only)

    Activating.Distinctive.Ring.(Handset.only) Distinctive Ring allows you to assign a designated ring tone to a stored phonebook number. When a call is received and the Caller ID* information matches the information in one of the phonebook memory locations, the phone uses the distinctive ring assigned to that particular Caller. You can assign distinctive rings to multiple phonebook memory locations.

  • Page 24: Insert 0

    Insert.0. This feature adds “0” or “00” at the beginning of the number received from Caller ID. The default setting for New Zealand is ON. The default setting for Australia is OFF. To change the Name Tagging setting, follow the steps listed below.

  • Page 25: 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 access your voice mail number from [ /conference] on the base, or main menu from the handset.

  • Page 26: Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Access

    Programming.One-Touch.Voice.Mail.Access You can program your voice mail access number 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. To edit the voice mail number, follow the steps below: Press the MENU soft key.

  • Page 27: Resetting The Voice Message Waiting Indicator (Base Only)

    Resetting.the.Voice.Message.Waiting.Indicator.(Base.Only) When you receive a new voice mail message, the LED on the top of the handset flashes. In the event your message alert tone gets out of sync with your phone company’s voice messaging system, you can reset back to its original “no messages waiting”...

  • Page 28: Adding.accessory.handsets

    Compatible.Handsets Your phone is compatible with the following Uniden 5.8 GHz Digital Accessory Handsets: DSS7905 and DSS7805WP. (Please visit our website at www.uniden.com.au (for Australian Model) or www.uniden.co.nz (for New Zealand Model) for the most up-to-date list of compatible handsets). If you purchase an accessory or extra handset, you must register the handset to the original or main base before use.

  • Page 29: Registering Dss7905 Accessory Or Extra Handsets

    Registering.DSS7905.Accessory.or.Extra.Handsets If you purchase an accessory handset, you need to register the handset before use. Only one handset can be reg- istered at a time. Handsets supplied with the phone are registered to the base by the factory. When charged, pre- registered handsets display a handset ID number.

  • Page 30: Resetting.the.handsets

    Resetting.the.Handsets If you want to register a handset to a different base or replace a handset with another one, you must first clear the existing registration data. To clear, please follow these steps: Press the MENU soft key. Select the DEREGISTRATION submenu. ARE YOU SURE? appears.

  • Page 31: Setting.up.the.phonebook

    Setting.up.the.Phonebook. Your phone allows you to store up to 2 numbers per name and up to 00 names in your phonebook in the handset and base. Your phone shares memory between your phonebook and CID entries. Once you store 00 phonebook entries, CID information will not be stored and will only display at time of new incoming calls.

  • Page 32: Finding A Phonebook Entry

    Assign.a.distinctive.ring.tone.for.this.entry.(Distinctive.Ring).(Handset.only). D i s t i n c t i v e R i n g D i s t i n c t i v e R i n g You can attach a distinctive ring tone to each phonebook entry; the phone will N o S e l e c t i o n N o S e l e c t i o n use this ring tone when this person calls.

  • Page 33: Editing Phonebook Entries

    Editing.Phonebook.Entries Press [ ] to open. Use [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key to scroll through the phonebook entries. When you come to the entry you want to edit, press the OPTIONS soft key. Move the cursor to select EDIT SELECTION submenu. Press the OK soft key. Follow the steps for Creating a Phonebook Entry on page 30.

  • Page 34: Erasing Phonebook Entries

    Erasing.Phonebook.Entries You can erase individual phonebook entries or erase all the phonebook entries at once. When the phone is in standby, press [ ]. Use [ ] or [ ] on the four-way function key or the number keypad to select de- sired phonebook entry, then press the OPTIONS soft key.
  • Page 35 The phonebook entries will be transferred to the designated handset or the base. During the copy process, the re- ceiving handset shows RECEIVING and the Banner name of the sending handset or base. When the transfer is completed, DONE! appears. Copying.all.the.phonebook.entries.at.once: When the phone is in standby, press [ ].

  • Page 36: Customizing.your.phone

    Customizing.Your.Phone Changing.the.Cordless.Handset.Banner Each cordless 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 of 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 and DirectLink.

  • Page 37: Selecting A Ring Tone (Handset Only)

    Selecting.a.Ring.Tone.(Handset.only) 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 Ringers Beethoven’s Symphony #9 [Beethoven9] Flicker For Elise [Elise] Clatter We Wish You A Merry Christmas [Merry- Xmas]...

  • Page 38: Activating Autotalk (Handset Only)

    Activating.AutoTalk.(Handset.only) 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 AUTOTALK submenu. Select ON or OFF, and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 39: Using.your.phone

    Using.your.Phone Two.Line.Operation If you subscribe to two phone lines, those lines will be completely independent on your phone. For example, you can have one handset talking on Line  while another handset and the base unit participates in a 3-way conference on Line 2.
  • Page 40 From.a.handset.speaker. From.the.base.speakerphone From.a.cordless.handset phone Press [ ] or the soft key Pick up the handset. (If Au- Pick up the handset. flashing toTalk is on, the phone will (If AutoTalk is on, the (LINE1 or LINE2). answer when you remove phone will answer when the handset from the charg- you remove the handset...

  • Page 41: 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 key until you find the phonebook entry you want to call. (See Finding a Phonebook Entry on page 3). Press the OPTIONS soft key.

  • Page 42: 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 43: 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 or press [ ] on the base to dial the number.

  • Page 44: Using Call Waiting

    Using.Call.Waiting. If you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your phone company, 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:.

  • Page 45: Redialing A Number

    Redialing.a.Number You can quickly redial the last 3 numbers dialed on each handset and the base. With the phone in standby, press [redial/pause] to open the redial list. Use [ ] or [ ] to scroll through the redial list. When you find the number you want to dial, press [ /flash] or [ ].on the handset or press [ ].on the base to dial the number.

  • Page 46: Deleting A Redial Record

    Deleting.a.Redial.Record If you want to delete a phone number from the redial list, follow the steps below: With the phone in standby, press [redial/pause]. Use [ ] or [ ] to scroll through the redial list. Press the OPTIONS soft key, and then select DELETE SELECTION. Press the OK soft key. Move the cursor to select YES, and press the OK soft key.

  • Page 47: T-Coil (Handset Only)

    T-coil.(Handset.only) The T-coil feature, used by hearing aid users, reduces the magnetic noise interference generated by digital cordless phones. Individuals using hearing aides will turn off the hearing aid microphone to avoid interference issues and turn on T-coil. By toggling back and forth between T-coil on/off and the hearing aid microphone on/off, you can avoid excessive interference and hear clearly with the hearing aid device.

  • Page 48: Using.hold,.Conference.and.transfer

    Using.Hold,.Conference.and.Transfer Placing.a.Call.on.Hold During a call, press [int’com/hold] to place the caller on hold. The line key (the LINE1 or LINE2 soft key) to be placed on hold will flash. The call will be put on hold. Note: If you leave a caller on hold for more than ten seconds, the display screen will read, HOLD. To return to the party on hold, press [ /flash] or [ ].on a handset or press [ ].on the base.
  • Page 49 When the second call is connected, press [ ./conference] on the base. Or from the handset, press MENU soft key, and then select CONFERENCE to initiate a conference call. To disconnect a single caller, press the corresponding line key (LINE1 or LINE2 soft key) to place the caller you wish to keep speaking to on hold and then press [ ].on the handset or [ ] on the base to hang up the other caller.

  • Page 50: .Transferring.a.call

    .Transferring.a.Call You can transfer a call from one station to another. During a call, press [int’com/hold]. The line key (LINE1 or LINE2 soft key) to be placed on hold will flash. The Call will be put on hold. Use [ ] or [ ] to select the station you want to transfer the call to, then press the OK soft key.

  • Page 51: Using.special.features

    Using.Special.Features Do.Not.Disturb.(All.Calls) DND allows you to mute the ringer of all registered handsets and the base. With the phone in standby, press and hold [dnd] on the base. You will hear a confirmation tone and the dnd LED illuminates. To cancel, press [dnd] again. You can also mute the ringer tone while the phone is ringing by pressing [dnd] on the base.

  • Page 52: Privacy Mode

    Privacy.Mode If you don’t want another station to interrupt you while on a call, you can turn on privacy mode. As long as your sta- tion is in privacy mode, other stations won’t be able to join your call. From.the.handset While on a call, press the PRIVACY soft key.

  • Page 53: 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 feature is called DirectLink and will not interfere with the base’s ability to make or receive tele- phone calls while in use. To activate, you must set both handsets to the DirectLink feature. While using this feature, these two handsets will not be able to make or receive normal phone calls until this operation is canceled;...

  • Page 54: 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 or base you want to talk with, and then press the OK soft key. If you se- lect ALL, all other handsets and base will be paged.

  • Page 55: Room/Baby Monitor

    Room/Baby.Monitor This feature allows you to monitor sounds in another room. Place a handset (or the base) in the room you wish to monitor; it will function as a microphone. Another handset (or the base) can be set to function as a remote speaker, allowing you to monitor sounds in the room.

  • Page 56: 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 on your cordless handset. Your phone is ready for hands- free conversations. Headsets may be purchased by visiting the customer support page at www.uniden.com.au (Australian model) or www.uniden.co.nz (New Zealand model).

  • Page 57: Inuse Line Setup (Base Only)

    Note: Do not set your Inuse Line Setup to OFF unless instructed to by a Uniden Customer Service Representative. If you set the Inuse Line Setup to OFF, your phone cannot detect the status of an extension phone while in use and will...
  • Page 58 To change the settings do the following steps: Press the MENU soft key on the base. Select the GLOBAL SETUP menu, and then the INUSE LINE SETUP submenu. CHANGE ONLY IF INSTRUCTED BY CUSTOMER SERVICE appears. Press the OK soft key. Move the cursor to select .

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Maintenance Specifications Operating Temperature 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 22° F) AC Adapter Part Number Base: AAD-255 Charger: AAD-600S Input Voltage Base: 230V-240V AC, 50Hz Charger: 230V-240V AC, 50Hz Output Voltage Base: 9V DC @ 400mA Charger: 9V DC @20mA Battery Part Number BT-446 Capacity...

  • Page 60: Battery Replacement And Handling

    Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish. Warning To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, use only Uniden AAD-255 (9V@400mA) base adaptor, AAD-600S (9V@20mA) charger adaptor and Uniden BT-446 battery pack with your phone.

  • Page 61: Low Battery Alert

    Low.Battery.Alert. • When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in or- der 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 62: 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 Australiand Model) or www.uniden.co.nz (for New Zealand Model).

  • Page 63: Resetting The Handset Without The Base

    Resetting.the.Handset.without.the.Base If your original base is not available for some reason (for example, it is lost or somehow incapacitated), you can still reset the handset and use it with another base. Press and hold [ ] and [#] for more than 5 seconds. Move the cursor to select the BASE UNAVAILABLE and then press the OK soft key.

  • Page 64: 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 visit Uniden’s customer support page at www.uniden.com.au (Australian model) or www.uniden.co.nz (New Zealand model). Symptom Suggestion The charge light won’t...
  • Page 65 Symptom Suggestion Severe noise interference. • Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control toys, wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights, and electrical appliances. • Move to another location or turn off the source of interference. The Caller ID does not •...

  • Page 66: Liquid.damage

    CAUTION:.DO.NOT use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process. This will cause permanent damage to the handset, base and the microwave oven. After following these steps, if your cordless telephone does not work, please visit Uniden’s customer support page at www.uniden.com.au (Australian model) or www.uniden.co.nz (New Zealand model).

  • Page 67: Precautions

    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 68 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 69: Index

    Index Do Not Disturb ......50 Making a call....... 38 Making a call from a Caller ID Record ........42 Making a call with Speed Dial..40 Earpiece Volume ......45 Muting the Microphone ....50 Answering a Call......39 Entering Text from the Phone ..
  • Page 70 Speed Dial ........ 40 T-coil......... 46 Talk and Standby Times ... 60 Voice Mail ......... 24 Voice Mail Programming... 25 Voice Message Waiting Indicator Reset ........26 Wall Mount the Base ....4...

  • Page 71: One.year.limited.warranty

    Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty product and return it to you without charge for parts or service. service. This.warrant.does.not.cover.or.provide.for.the.reimbursement.or. payment.of.incidental.or.consequential.damages..This.EXPRESS. Warrantor:. Uniden Australia Pty Limited A.B.N. 58 00 865 498 WARRANTY.is.in.addition.to.and.does.not.in.any.way.affect.your. Uniden New Zealand Limited Warranty. is. only. valid. in. the. rights.under.the.TRADE.PRACTICES.ACT.1974.(Cth).(Australia). original.country.of.purchase.
  • Page 72 ©2007 Uniden Australia Pty Limited/Uniden New Zealand Limited Part Code UPZZ0825BB(0) Printed in China...

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