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Uniden DX15686 Series, Owner'S Manual

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Welcome/Accessibility...................................................2
Terminology/Manual.Conventions................................3
Product.Overview...........................................................4
Controls.and.Functions.................................................5
Installing.the.Phone.......................................................7

Choosing the Best Location ................................................ 7
Installing the Rechargeable Battery Packs into the 

Handsets ....................................................................... 8

Installing the Base Unit and Charging Cradles ................... 9
Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall ..................................... 
Installing the Belt Clip ....................................................... 2
Headset Installation .......................................................... 2

Register.Handsets.to.the.Main.Base.before..

Using!..........................................................................13

When to Re-register Handsets ......................................... 4

Basic.Setup...................................................................15

Activating AutoTalk ............................................................ 5
Activating Caller ID on Call Waiting (HS only) ................ 6
Programming Your Area Code .......................................... 6
Choosing the Dialing Mode (HS only) ............................. 7
Setting the Language ........................................................ 8

Using.the.Speed.Dial.Memory.....................................19

Storing a Name and Number in Memory .......................... 9
Storing Caller ID in Speed Dial Memory ........................... 22

Using.Your.Phone.........................................................23

Making and Receiving Calls ............................................. 23
Making a Call from Speed Dial Memory ........................... 23
Making a Call from the Caller ID List ................................ 24
Transferring a Call ............................................................ 25

Redialing the Last Dialed Number .................................... 26
Selecting the Ring Tone and Volume ................................ 26
Adjusting the Earpiece Volume ......................................... 26
Using Call Waiting ............................................................. 27
Selecting a Different Channel ........................................... 27
Find Handset .................................................................... 27
Tone Dialing Switch-over .................................................. 28
Voice Mail Waiting Indicator .............................................. 28

Caller.ID.and.CIDCW.(Caller.ID.on.Call.Waiting).......29

Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) ................................... 30
Viewing the Caller ID Message List .................................. 30
Deleting Information from the Caller ID List ...................... 3

Changing.the.Digital.Security.Code...........................32
Maintenance..................................................................33
Troubleshooting...........................................................36

Liquid Damage .................................................................. 39

Precautions...................................................................40

The FCC Wants You To Know .......................................... 4
I.C. Notice ......................................................................... 43

One.Year.Limited.Warranty..........................................44
Index..............................................................................45

Contents

Summary of Contents for DX15686 Series

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Page 2: ...y 19 Storing a Name and Number in Memory 19 Storing Caller ID in Speed Dial Memory 22 Using Your Phone 23 Making and Receiving Calls 23 Making a Call from Speed Dial Memory 23 Making a Call from the Caller ID List 24 Transferring a Call 25 Redialing the Last Dialed Number 26 Selecting the Ring Tone and Volume 26 Adjusting the Earpiece Volume 26 Using Call Waiting 27 Selecting a Different Channel 2...

Page 3: ...lk AutoStandby and UltraClear Plus are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation Accessibility Uniden provides a customer service hotline for accessibility questions If you have a disability and need customer service assistance or if you have any questions about how Uniden s products can accommodate persons with disabilities please call the accessibility voice TTY line 1 800 874 9314 Our customer c...

Page 4: ...A cordless handset that can be placed anywhere in your home or office where AC power is available Standby The handset may be sitting on the cradle or out of the cradle but is NOT in use talk flash has not been pressed and there is no dial tone Talk When a dial tone has been enabled allowing the user to dial and carry on a conversation with an outside party Manual Conventions This manual uses sever...

Page 5: ...ndset to Handset Caller ID Caller ID on Call Waiting 3 Line Backlit LCD Trilingual Menu Displays English Spanish or French 30 Caller ID Memory 10 Number Memory Dialing Last Number Redial Tone Pulse Dialing Page Find Handset Key Earpiece Ringer Volume Controls Mute or Turn Ringer Off Hearing Aid Compatible 20 Channel Auto Scan Desk or Wall Mountable ...

Page 6: ...ece 7 LCD display 8 and volume ringer up down keys 9 cid menu key 10 tone left cursor key 11 redial pause key 12 select channel key 13 talk flash key 14 end key 15 right cursor key 16 mem memory key 17 delete transfer key 18 Handset microphone 19 Handset charging contacts 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 ...

Page 7: ... 25 20 22 23 21 24 25 20 22 23 20 charge in use LED Voice mail waiting indicator flashing 21 Base antenna 22 Base charging contacts 23 find hs key 24 Base DC IN 9V jack 25 TEL LINE jack 26 Charging contacts 27 charge LED 28 Charging cradle DC IN 9V jack ...

Page 8: ...g the system does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable your alarm equipment contact your telephone company or a qualified installer Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Choose a central location Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic Avoid microwave ovens Avoid excessive moisture extremely low temperatures dust ...

Page 9: ...pack connector red black wires into the small jack inside the battery compartment The connector notches fit into the grooves of the jack only one way Match the wire colors to the polarity label in the battery compartment connect the battery and listen for a click to insure connection 3 Make sure you have a good connection by slightly pulling on the battery wires If the connection is secure the bat...

Page 10: ...adapter for the base unit and AD 310 or AD 1010 for the charging cradle s Do not use any other AC adapter Do not place the power cord where it creates a trip hazard or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard 2 Charge the handsets by placing one handset in the base unit and other handset s in the charging cradle s with the keypad facing forward ...

Page 11: ...ter to a continuous power supply not controlled by a wall switch Place each cradle close to the AC outlet to avoid long extension cords Charge your handsets at least 15 20 hours before plugging into the phone line 4 Once the handset battery packs are fully charged connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and a telephone outlet If your telephone outlet isn t modular contact your telepho...

Page 12: ... Align the mounting slots on the base with the mounting posts on the wall Then push in and down until the phone is firmly seated 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 i...

Page 13: ...phone 2 Refer to steps 1 through 5 on page 11 to mount the telephone Installing the Belt Clip To attach the belt clip Insert the belt clip into the holes on each side of the handset Press down until it clicks To remove the belt clip Pull both sides of the belt clip to release the tabs from the holes Headset Installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset To use this feature insert the...

Page 14: ...e registration is taking place 3 Wait for at least five seconds then pick up the handset from the base unit 4 Repeat steps 2 3 for the rest of the handsets if you have 5 Press talk flash on one handset If TALK appears on the display the handset is registered press end Then try with all other handsets If each handset displays TALK the handset has been registered to the base Otherwise return to step...

Page 15: ...ecurity code is changed Refer to page 32 for details regarding the Digital Security Code 2 When there is a power failure for more than one hour 3 If any handset s battery becomes very low the handset must be recharged for 15 20 hours and re registered to the main base unit 4 In any circumstance in which you experience difficulty connecting to the main base to place or receive calls Note Make sure ...

Page 16: ...HS1 will be seen in the display while the phone is charging AutoTalk Area Code and Language options can be set by using any handset Activating AutoTalk AutoTalk will allow you to answer the phone simply by removing the handset from the cradle You do not have to press a key to answer the incoming call To activate 1 When the phone is in standby press and hold cid menu The following screen appears 2 ...

Page 17: ...set to the base unit to complete the setting The handset returns to standby Note To enable the setting change of CIDCW you need to return the handset to the base unit when you complete the setting Programming Your Area Code In some areas the telephone company may allow you to place a local call by dialing only seven digits instead of ten If this is the case in your area you can program your local ...

Page 18: ...ndby Choosing the Dialing Mode HS1 only Your phone can communicate with the telephone network in two different ways tone dialing and pulse dialing These days most telephone networks use a method called tone dialing so your phone comes programmed for tone dialing by default If your phone company uses pulse dialing you ll need to change your phone s dial mode There s an easy way to tell try making a...

Page 19: ... Switch over on page 28 To enable the setting change of Dialing Mode you need to return the handset to the base unit when you complete the setting Setting the Language You can change the language the handset menu displays Choose from English French or Spanish To change the language setting 1 When the phone is in standby Press and hold cid menu The following screen appears 2 Press to move the point...

Page 20: ... the speed dial number where you stored your prescription number and press select channel Note When editing the speed dial memory you must press a key within thirty seconds or the phone will return to standby If you return the handset to the cradle the phone will return to standby also Storing a Name and Number in Memory 1 With the phone in standby press mem 2 Enter 0 9 or use and to select the sp...

Page 21: ...case letters first lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding to the key Note If the next character uses the same number key you must press to move the cursor over Otherwise the next time you press the number key it changes the character that was previously set For example to enter Movies 1 Press 6 once Then press to move the cursor to the right 2 Press 6 six times 3 Press 8 six ...

Page 22: ...hone to pause during the dialing sequence press redial pause to insert a two second pause between the numbers You can enter multiple pauses to increase the delay Each pause counts as a digit The display shows a P for every pause 7 Press mem You will hear a confirmation tone and the following screen appears Memory storage is complete 8 After about two seconds the following screen displays all the s...

Page 23: ...ress mem 3 Enter a number 0 9 or press or to select the memory location to be stored 4 Press select channel You hear a confirmation tone and the number is stored in memory The display returns to the Caller ID list Note If a number has already been stored in the selected memory number location a confirmation screen is displayed To overwrite press to YES and press select channel The display returns ...

Page 24: ...number OR Dial the number Then press talk flash Receiving a call 1 Pick up the handset from the cradle If AutoTalk is on the phone will answer the call when you pick it up 2 Press talk flash Press talk flash or tone or any number key if AutoTalk is on Hanging up Press end or return the handset to the cradle Note To turn on the AutoTalk feature see Activating AutoTalk on page 15 Making a Call from ...

Page 25: ...dial list automatically Note Pressing end to exit the speed dial list during a call will disconnect the call immediately Making a Call from the Caller ID List You can place a call directly from the Caller ID list 1 With the phone in standby press cid menu Use or to select the phone number that you want to dial 2 To have the phone dial a 1 before the displayed Caller ID number press 1 To have the p...

Page 26: ... all handsets by pressing 0 The transfer tone sounds 3 When the other handset receives the call the transfer tone stops To cancel the transfer and return to the caller press delete transfer or talk flash on the handset To receive a transfer call Pick up the handset from the cradle when AutoTalk is set to on or pick up the handset and press talk flash to answer the transferred call Additionally you...

Page 27: ...ne in standby press or 2 The phone will sound the different ring tones at different volumes To turn the ringer off select RINGER OFF 3 When the phone sounds the ring tone and volume you wish to use press end Temporarily Mute Ringer If the handset is off the base while an incoming call is ringing simply press end to mute the incoming ring The ringer will sound with the next incoming call Note You c...

Page 28: ...virtually eliminates background noise This innovative technology together with 20 different channels provides you with the best possible reception during all your conversations If you happen to encounter interference while using your phone you can manually change the phone s channel for clear operation To change the channel during a call press select channel SCANNING appears on the display indicat...

Page 29: ...ically returns to pulse dialing mode Voice Mail Waiting Indicator If you subscribe to voice mail service through your local telephone company you can use your cordless telephone to access your voice mailbox The voice mail company will provide you with the access number The charge in use LED on the base of your phone flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox To access your vo...

Page 30: ...receive any one of the following messages When invalid data is received INCOMPLETE DATA When a private name is received PRIVATE NAME When a private number is received PRIVATE NUMBER When an unknown name is received UNKNOWN NAME When an unknown number is received UNKNOWN NUMBER Note Data errors appear as If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received for example before the second rin...

Page 31: ...l 1 Press cid menu The summary screen displays the number of new messages and total messages 2 Use to scroll through the messages from the latest to the earliest or use to scroll through the messages from the earliest to the latest 3 Press cid menu to return to the call or press end to return to standby Note In Caller ID operation if no key is pressed for more than thirty seconds an error tone sou...

Page 32: ...transfer 3 Press or to select YES and then press select channel Deleting all Caller ID names numbers 1 With the phone in standby press cid menu 2 Press delete transfer 3 Press or to select YES and then press select channel You hear a confirmation tone and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted Note While using the DELETE ALL or DELETE MESSAGE screen if no key is pressed for more than thirty sec...

Page 33: ... the base In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code you can change the code 1 Pick up the handset from the cradle Press and hold find hs on the base 2 While holding find hs place the handset in the base and leave the handset in the base for more than five seconds 3 Pick up the handset from the base Then place the second handset in the base an...

Page 34: ...350mA 9V DC 210mA Battery Part number BT 905 Capacity 600mAh 3 6V Frequency 921 103102 923 787761 MHz 5856 533347 5863 692437 MHz Note To avoid damage to the phone use only Uniden AD 314 AD 310 or AD 1010 and BT 905 with your phone Specifications features and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice Power Failure During the period that the power is off yo...

Page 35: ...When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power If the phone is not in use LOW BATTERY appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate During a call LOW BATTERY flashes and the handset beeps Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the cradle for charging Note Information stored ...

Page 36: ...ry model and Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product Caution Use only the specified Uniden battery pack BT 905 Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it Never throw the battery into a fire disassemble it or heat it Do not remove or damage the battery casing Cleaning the battery charging contacts To maintain a good charge clean the charging contacts on the handse...

Page 37: ...er Hotline See back cover page for contact information Symptom Suggestion The charge in use LED or LED won t illuminate when the handset is placed in the cradle Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the cradle and wall outlet Make sure the handset is properly seated in the cradle Make sure the charging contacts on the handsets are clean The audio sounds weak and or scratchy Move the handset and...

Page 38: ...ve a page Re register all handsets see page 13 The battery pack may be weak Charge the battery for 15 20 hours The handset may be too far away from the base unit Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects Change the digital security code see page 32 Check the battery pack to ensure there is a secure connection Make sure ringer volume isn t set to off Severe noise interference Keep a...

Page 39: ...lready in use Two or more handsets cannot be in talk at the same time Place the handset in the base for at least five seconds to re register to the base Make sure the handset is not too far from the base when trying to use The handset doesn t communicate with the base or the other handset Re register all handsets see page 13 No three way conversation Only one handset at a time can talk with an out...

Page 40: ...y pack disconnected for at least three days 3 Once the handset is completely dry reconnect the battery pack and the battery cover 4 Recharge the handset s battery pack for 15 to 20 hours before using 1 Disconnect the AC adapter from the base cutting off electrical power 2 Disconnect the telephone cord from the base 3 Let dry for at least three days IMPORTANT You must unplug the telephone line whil...

Page 41: ...ates in an RBRC industry program to collect and recycle nickel cadmium batteries at the end of their useful life when taken out of service within the United States The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste stream which is illegal in some areas Through the RBRC program Uniden makes it easy for you to drop off the us...

Page 42: ... a label that contains among other information a product identifier in the format US AAAEQ TXXXX If requested this number must be provided to the telephone company An applicable Universal Service Order Codes USOC certification for the jacks used in this equipment is provided i e RJ11C in the packaging with each piece of approved terminal equipment A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to ...

Page 43: ...nimize damage from these types of surges a surge arrestor is recommended Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the owner s manual could void your authority to operate this product This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device ...

Page 44: ... telephone may not be private 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 ...

Page 45: ...hipping at its option may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR ...

Page 46: ... security code 32 E F G H Earpiece volume 26 Find handset 27 Headset Installation 12 I J K L Installing the phone 7 Interference 42 Liquid damage 39 M N O P Q Maintenance 33 Making a call 23 Precautions 40 R Receiving a call 23 Redial 26 Register handsets 13 Ringer tone and volume 26 S Speed dial memory Making calls from speed dial memory 23 Storing names and numbers in speed dial memory 19 T U Ta...

Page 47: ...tance due to a disability or have questions on the accessibility features of this product please call 1 800 874 9314 voice or TTY Central Standard Time Detailed customer service hours are available at www uniden com May be covered under one or more of the following U S patents 4 797 916 5 426 690 5 434 905 5 491 745 5 493 605 5 533 010 5 574 727 5 581 598 5 650 790 5 660 269 5 661 780 5 663 981 5 ...

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