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ADDITIONAL

INFORMA

TION

and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating.
The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a
means of comparison against other range claims.

Telephone Line Problems

The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect
service in the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone
line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in facilities and
services which may affect the operation of your unit. However, your
telephone company must give adequate notice in writing prior to such
actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to
continue uninterrupted service.
If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first
disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your problem.
If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it disconnected
until the trouble has been corrected.

Radio Interference

Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your
cordless handset, or clicking noises in the main base. 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. 
In addition, we recommend that the main base not be plugged into a
circuit that also powers a major appliance because of the potential for
interference. Be certain that antenna on the unit is fully extended. 
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or
distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio
signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference.
If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to
a different channel.
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at
frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. 
To minimize or prevent such interference, the main base of the cordless
telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. 
If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther
away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

More Than One Cordless Telephone

If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home,
they must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select
a channel that provides the clearest communication.

Cordless Telephone Privacy

Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the
handset and main base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by
means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways.
Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your
communications can be received by radio receiving devices other than
your own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any communications
using your cordless telephone may not be private.

Installation Considerations

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. (A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does
not have a switch to interrupt its power.)

• Keep the main base and handset away from sources of electrical

noise such as motors or fluorescent lighting.

• The main base can be placed on a desk or tabletop.
• You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before

completing the installation or using the handset.

Telephone Line Outlets

There are two types of phone outlets:

Modular Jack

Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords
are fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type 
of jack. If you do not have modular phone jacks, contact your local
telephone company for information about their installation.

Hardwired Jack

Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of
installations require a modular jack converter. 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.

Connecting the Telephone Cords

Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:

Caution!

• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the

telephone line has been disconnected.

• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Applying Power to the Main base

This 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, wrap the power cord around the
strain relief notch on the back of the main base.

NOTE:

Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip
hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a
fire or other electrical hazards.

One Year Limited Warranty

Important

:

Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.

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. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not
maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as
part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not
sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by
someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or
malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with
equipment 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.

STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform
to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor
will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return
it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except
shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in
connection with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, 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 PURPOSE. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR
PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do
not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty
is void outside the United States of America and Canada.

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after
following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain that
the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its
original packaging). The Product should include all parts and accessories
originally packaged with the Product. Include evidence of original
purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you to return
it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means,
to warrantor at:

Uniden America Corporation

Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd. Fort Worth, TX 76155

(800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday
or visit our website at 

www.uniden.com

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Summary of Contents for DXI986-2 Series

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Page 3: ... other handset in the charging cradle and then charge continuously for 15 20 hours before using the phone B Connect the battery Pack connector with the correct polarity C Replace the cover Note There are five setup options available They are Caller ID options AutoTalk CIDCW Caller ID on Call Waiting Area Code Dial Mode and Language see page 16 for details Q U I C K R E F E R E N C E G U I D E Step...

Page 4: ...tro receptor en el cargador y cárguelos continuamente por 15 20 horas antes de usar el teléfono B Conecte el enchufe del paquete de las pilas con la polaridad correcta C Reponga la tapa Negr Negro Nota Hay 5 opciones de programación disponibles Estas son opciones de la identificación de llamadas AutoTalk CIDCW Identificación de llamadas de llamadas en espera Código del área Modo de marcación y del...

Page 5: ...s and Special Characters 26 Making Calls with Memory Dialing 27 Chain Dialing 28 Editing a Stored Name and or Phone Number 29 Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number 31 RocketDial RocketDial 32 Storing and Editing the RocketDial 32 Making Calls with the RocketDial 33 Deleting the RocketDial 33 Caller ID Features Caller ID and CIDCW Caller ID on Call Waiting 34 When the Telephone Rings 34 Viewing th...

Page 6: ...RocketDial are registered trademarks of Uniden America Corporation AutoTalk AutoStandby UltraClear Plus Random Code and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation Features 900 MHz Extended Range Technology 3 Line Backlit Display English French or Spanish Display Option Caller ID and Caller ID on Call Waiting RocketDial 10 Number Memory Dialing Last Number Redial Flash and Pause Tone P...

Page 7: ...me scroll key p 20 8 vol volume scroll key p 20 9 caller id menu key p 16 34 10 tone left cursor key p 21 11 redial pause key p 19 12 select channel key p 22 24 13 talk flash key p 19 14 end key p 19 15 RocketDial key p 32 16 right cursor key p 24 17 memory key p 24 18 delete transfer key p 15 31 19 Handset microphone and ringer speaker 20 Handset charging contacts Controls and Functions Handsets ...

Page 8: ...ging contacts 22 find hs key p 22 23 charge in use and VMWI Voice Mail Waiting Indicator LED 24 DC IN 9V jack 25 Telephone line jack 26 Charging contacts 27 Charge LED 28 DC IN 9V jack 26 27 28 Main Base Unit Extra Charging Cradle for Second Handset UC427ZH DXI986 2 10 20 03 10 52 AM Page 8 ...

Page 9: ... microwave ovens and fluorescent lighting The main base can be placed on a desk or tabletop Avoid excessive moisture extremely low temperatures dust mechanical vibration or shock Avoid heat sources such as radiators air ducts and sunlight Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic Avoid microwave ovens Avoid personal com...

Page 10: ...is fully charged 1 Press down on the handset battery case cover use the finger indention for a better grip and slide the cover downward to remove 2 Plug the battery pack connector red black wires into the 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 ...

Page 11: ...arge in use or charging cradle charge LED light does not illuminate Check to see if each AC adapter is plugged into both cradles and the electrical wall outlets properly Use only the supplied AC adapters Do not use any other AC adapters Check to see if both handsets are sitting correctly in each cradle and making good contact with each charging cradle unit s charging contact Replacement batteries ...

Page 12: ...ure to go back over the charging contacts with a dry cloth before returning the handsets to the main base unit or charging cradle to charge Caution Do not use paint thinner benzene alcohol or other chemical products Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish Dial mode setting last number dialed names and numbers stored in memory locations including RocketDial CID list...

Page 13: ...ard or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard Use only the supplied AD 0001 AC adapters Do not use any other AC adapters Connect each AC adapter to each continuous power supply Place the main base unit and charging cradle close to the AC outlets so that you can unplug the AC adapters easily Route the cor Route the cord d Route the cord After installing the battery pack...

Page 14: ...n base then place the second handset in the charging cradle Charge both handsets for 15 20 hours 2 After fully charging both handsets remove the handset in the charging cradle and place it in the main base The charge in use LED light on the main base will begin to flash indicating that the registration is taking place between the second handset and the main base 3 Wait for at least 5 seconds befor...

Page 15: ... the same registration process on page 14 Call Transfer Feature Conveniently your cordless phone allows you to transfer outside calls from handset to handset simply by pressing the delete transfer key Not to worry conversations will not be interrupted only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller The second handset cannot go off hook to listen to conversations or make an outgoing call...

Page 16: ...u will not see these options listed on the LCD screen To confirm which handset is HS1 refer to the display indicating HS1 or HS2 AutoTalk Area Code and Language options can be set by using either Handset 1 or Handset 2 Caller ID options To change your AutoTalk and CIDCW 1 Press and hold the caller id menu key The following screen appears 2 Use the vol or vol key to move the pointer to the selectio...

Page 17: ...rea code will be displayed To change it use the delete transfer key and number keys to enter the new area code Then press the select channel key A confirmation tone sounds To complete the setting press the end key or return the handset to the main base unit or charging cradle G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Make sure your battery pack is fully charged before choosing the dialing mode Entering Your Area...

Page 18: ...rn the handset to the main base unit or charging cradle to complete the setting The handset returns to standby mode Dialing mode can only be changed from handset 1 To confirm which handset is HS1 look at the display indicating HS1 or HS2 If you are not sure of your dialing system set for tone dialing Make a trial call If the call connects leave the setting as is Otherwise set for pulse dialing If ...

Page 19: ...On Main Base or Charging Cradle Handset Off Main Base or Charging Cradle To receive a call To make a call To hang up To redial Press the talk flash key AutoTalk off or press the talk flash tone or any number key AutoTalk on 1 Press the talk flash key 2 Listen for the dial tone 3 Dial the number OR Dial the number then press the talk flash key 1 Press the talk flash key 2 Listen for the dial tone 3...

Page 20: ...ey labeled as the vol or vol key during a call will change the earpiece volume of the handset This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended Temporarily Mute Ringer If the handset is off the main base or charging cradle simply press the end key to temporarily mute the incoming ring The ringer will sound with the next incoming call When you press volume up key the vol key in ...

Page 21: ...ave called your bank Initially make your call with the pulse dialing mode Once your call connects press the tone key Enter the desired number These digits will be sent as tone dialing Once the call ends the tone mode is canceled and pulse dialing mode resumes Traveling Out of Range During a call as you begin to move your handset too far from your main base unit noise increases If you pass the rang...

Page 22: ...aller press the talk flash key again Find Handsets To locate the handsets press the find hs key on the main base Both handsets beep for 60 seconds Paging of both handsets is canceled when pressing any key on either handset or the find hs key on the main base Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone you can manually change the phone s channel for clear oper...

Page 23: ...ssages at the touch of a button The voice mail service provider will supply you with the access number This number may be simply a phone number Refer to the provider s literature You may need to occasionally reset the indicator if it remains on after you have retrieved your messages To reset the indicator press and hold the find hs key for 5 seconds You must subscribe to voice mail service from yo...

Page 24: ...on is already stored Then you must either edit the entry in this location delete the entry in this location or select Go Back to choose another location 5 To enter a name up to 13 characters use the number keys See the Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters see page 26 Use the and tone keys to move the cursor to the desired location Use the delete transfer key to delete characters as need...

Page 25: ...y to enter a pause in the dialing sequence The display shows a P Each pause counts as one digit and represents a two second delay of time between the digits Use the delete transfer key to delete digits as needed 8 Press the memory or select channel key You will hear a confirmation tone and the following screen appears Memory storage is complete For example if you store a name and number into memor...

Page 26: ... channel key 4 Press the memory or select channel key When there is information already stored in the selected memory location Edit MemoryXX is displayed See page 29 for information on Editing a Stored Name and or Phone Number 5 Press 6 then press the key to move the cursor to the right 6 Press 6 six times 7 Press 8 six times 8 Press 4 six times 9 Press 3 five times 10 Press 7 eight times 11 When ...

Page 27: ...ike to dial appear on the display Then the displayed number is dialed Select Memory 01 Movies 02 JOHN DOE Connecting 8007303456 If you press the select channel key before the talk flash key you can confirm the name and the number stored in the selected memory loca tion Whenever you are using a memory menu screen you must press a key within 30 seconds or the phone will return to standby To exit the...

Page 28: ...ted to phone numbers You can also store a group of numbers up to 20 digits that you need to enter once your call connects This is referred to as Chain Dialing An example of this is a bank account number Once you have called your bank and are prompted to enter the account number press the memory key and select the location number where the special number has been stored Then press the select channe...

Page 29: ...mory or select channel key The following screen appears The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the name to be edited When a name has not been stored the cursor appears at the beginning of the second line 5 Use the tone delete transfer or any number key to edit the name see page 26 To edit only the phone number skip this step 6 Press the memory or select channel key The followi...

Page 30: ...rmation display shows up If it is correct press the vol key to move the pointer to Yes and press the select channel key You hear a confirmation tone and the following screen appears The memory storage is complete For example if you edit a name and or number in memory location number 01 the display shows Memory01 Stored After about 2 seconds Select Memory screen is displayed 9 Press the end key to ...

Page 31: ...e pointer down to Delete MemoryXX 6 Press the memory or select channel key Delete MemoryXX appears 7 Press the vol key to move the pointer to Yes 8 Press the select channel or delete transfer key You hear a confirmation tone and MemoryXX Deleted appears 9 After about 2 seconds the display returns to the Select Memory screen You may delete the information in another memory location return to step 2...

Page 32: ... RocketDial key The following display appears If the Edit screen appears there is a number already stored Press the vol or vol key to select Edit Number Then press the select channel key 2 Store the number by following step 7 under Storing Phone Numbers and Names in Memory Dial on page 25 3 Press the select channel key You hear a confirmation tone and Number Stored appears Memory storage is comple...

Page 33: ...el or delete transfer key You hear a confirmation tone and the following display appears After about 2 seconds the handset returns to standby mode Edit Number Delete Number Go Back Delete Number Yes No Number Deleted R O C K E T D I A L Making Calls with the RocketDial When the phone is in standby mode simply press the RocketDial key The number stored in the RocketDial memory location is instantly...

Page 34: ...Waiting tone while you are on a call and the Caller ID data is displayed To accept the waiting call press the talk flash key see page 22 Additionally you can dial a number stored in the Caller ID list or save data to your Memory dial list When the Telephone Rings 1 When the Caller ID message is received the display shows the caller s phone number along with the date and time The incoming call info...

Page 35: ... previous message 4 Press the end key to return to standby mode Data errors appear as Caller ID New 01 Total 02 5 17 12 30PM 03 Jane Smith 214 555 1234 In Caller ID operation if no key is pressed for more than 30 seconds an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to standby mode Each message can be up to 15 characters for the phone number and the name The number of calls from the same Caller I...

Page 36: ...deleted manually Deleting a Caller ID message 1 Press the caller id menu key in standby mode Find the message to be deleted from the Caller ID list by pressing the vol or vol key 2 Press the delete transfer key 3 Press the vol or vol key to select Yes or No 4 Press the select channel or delete transfer key When the pointer is at Yes You hear a confirmation tone and the Caller ID message is deleted...

Page 37: ...nel or delete transfer key When the pointer is at Yes You hear a confirmation tone and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted When the pointer is at No The display returns to the summary screen Caller ID Total 00 Caller ID New 01 Total 02 Delete All Yes No CALLER ID FEATURES UC427ZH DXI986 2 10 20 03 10 53 AM Page 37 ...

Page 38: ...g Caller ID information is displayed will place or remove the prefix 1 in the display to set up for a long distance call or cancel Pressing 3 will set or cancel an area code setting 5 17 12 30PM 03 Jane Smith 214 555 1234 Connecting 2145551234 You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your cordless phone is connected to a private branch exchange PBX When a long distance call has been set 1...

Page 39: ...ess the select channel key You hear a confirmation tone and the number is stored in memory The display returns to the Caller ID list 5 17 12 30PM 03 Jane Smith 214 555 1234 Select Memory 01 02 JOHN DOE 5 17 12 30PM 03 Jane Smith 214 555 1234 Replace Memory Yes No If a message has already been stored in the selected memory number location a confirmation screen is displayed Press the vol key to sele...

Page 40: ...he holes on each side of the handset Press down until it clicks To remove the beltclip Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment the cordless phone provides AutoSecureTM which electronically locks your phone when each handset is in the main base or charging cradle a...

Page 41: ...he battery from each handset to charge it Never throw the battery into a fire disassemble it or heat it Do not remove or damage the battery casing Caution Do not use paint thinner ben zene alcohol or other chemical products Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish Maintenance To maintain a good charge it is important to clean the charging contacts on both handsets o...

Page 42: ... to a different location away from metal objects or appliances and try again Press the select channel key to help eliminate background noise Make sure that the handset is not too far from the main base Re register both handsets see page 14 Check both ends of the telephone line cord Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the main base and wall outlet Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes th...

Page 43: ...al telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current Charge the handset Make sure the battery pack is connected to the handset and fully charged Make sure the other handset is not already in use Both handsets cannot be in talk mode at the same time Place the handset in the main base for at least 5 seconds to re register to the main base Make sure the handset is not too far from the mai...

Page 44: ...set s battery pack for 20 hours in either charging cradle before using the phone Charging cradle 1 Disconnect the AC adapter from the charging cradle cutting off electrical power 2 Disconnect the telephone cord from the charging cradle 3 Let dry for at least 3 days IMPORTANT You must unplug the telephone line while recharging the battery pack to avoid charge interruption CAUTION DO NOT use a micro...

Page 45: ... usage the battery should last about one year 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 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Time Monday through Friday We can also be reached on the web at www uniden com Specifications features and availability of optional accessories are all subject to cha...

Page 46: ...ch 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 11 To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product Take it to qualified service personnel when service or repair work is required Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks Incorrect reassembly ca...

Page 47: ... Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack and these types of installations require a modular jack converter 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 Connecting the Telephone Cords Consider these safety guidelines before connect...

Page 48: ... REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five RADIO EQUIPMENT The term IC before the radio certification ...

Page 49: ...ce 48 Interference 47 Language 18 M N O Maintenance 41 Making a call 19 Memory dialing Editing a stored name and or phone number 29 Erasing a stored name and phone number 31 Making calls with memory dialing 27 Storing phone numbers and names 24 P Q Package contents 3 Precautions 46 Quick reference guide 3 R Receiving a call 19 Redialing a call 19 21 Ringer tone and volume 20 RocketDial 32 S Second...

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Page 51: ... 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 Hours M F 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM CST For information on the accessibility features of this product please call 1 800 874 9314 V TTY Accessibility UC427ZH DXI986 2 10 20 03 10 53 AM ...

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