Uniden EXA 3955 Owner'S Manual Download

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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D

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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 (see below).

Uniden Parts Department

(800) 554-3988
Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com

• This Owner’s Manual
• Quick Reference Guide
• Other Printed Material

• Base unit

• Handset

• AC adapter

• Rechargeable

battery pack

• Telephone line cord

mute/menu

memo/rec

ans. on/off

delete

tone

int'cm/page

volume

mic

redial/p

memory

flash/set

status

oper

pqrs

tuv

wxyz

ghi

jkl

mno

abc

def

abc

int'cm

jkl

ghi

mno

talk

flash

def

tuv

pqrs

wxyz

oper

tone

mute

mem

redial/p

memory

mem

chan

nel

Digital Spread

Spectrum

talk

vol

low batt

• Beltclip

• Face plate

mute/menu

tone

int'cm/page

volume

mic

redial/p me

mory flash/s

GETTING ST

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Summary of Contents for EXA 3955

Page 1: ...EXA3955 newstyle 3 3 7 4 1 6 48 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...www uniden com EXA3955 newstyle 3 3 7 4 1 6 48 PM Page 2 ...

Page 3: ... Welcome Features Terminology Controls and Functions 3 Getting Started Checking the Package contents 5 Setting up the Phone 6 Basics Making and Receiving Calls 12 Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume 13 Adjusting the Base Ringer 13 Redial 13 Traveling Out of range 14 Flash and Call waiting 14 Memory Dialing Storing Phone Numbers 15 Making Calls with Memory Dialing 16 Erasing Stored Num...

Page 4: ...e is not present and the display is blank Talk Mode The handset is not on the base and has been pressed enabling a dial tone Be sure to visit our web site www uniden com Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation AutoTalk AutoStandby UltraClear Plus Random Code and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation talk talk Welcome Features Terminology Congratulations on ...

Page 5: ...10 11 12 15 14 13 16 17 18 1 Handset Antenna 2 Headset Jack Cover 3 Handset Battery Compartment 4 Handset Earpiece 5 Talk Low Batt LED 6 Vol Volume Up Key 7 Redial p Redial Pause Key 8 Vol Volume Down Key 9 Talk Key 10 Tone Key 11 Mute Key 12 Mem 1 and mem 2 One touch Priority Keys 13 Memory Key 14 Flash Key 15 Int cm Intercom Key 16 Channel Key 17 Handset Microphone 18 Handset Charging Contacts E...

Page 6: ...4 19 Base Speaker 20 Mute Menu Key 21 Redial p Redial Pause Key 22 Base Charging Contacts 23 Status LED 24 Ans On Off Answer On off Key 25 Delete Key 26 Memo Rec Memo Record Key 27 Fast Forward Key 28 Play Stop Key 29 Rewind Key 30 Flash Set Key 31 Memory Key 32 Base Antenna 33 Tone Key 34 Talk Key 35 Base Speaker Volume Keys 36 Int cm page Intercom Page Key 37 Base Microphone 38 DC Power Input 39...

Page 7: ...uide Other Printed Material Base unit Handset AC adapter Rechargeable battery pack Telephone line cord mute me nu memo rec ans on off delete tone int cm pag e volume mic redial p memory flash set status 0oper 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 4 ghi 5 jkl 6mno 2abc 3 def 1 2abc int cm 5jkl 4ghi 6mno 1 talk flash 3def 8tuv 7pqrs 9wxyz 0oper tone mute mem 1 redial p memory mem 2 channe l Digital Spread Spectrum talk...

Page 8: ...t away from sources of electrical noise such as motors microwave ovens and fluorescent lighting Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna to a vertical position The base can be placed on a flat surface such as desk tabletop or mounted on a standard wall plate Avoid excessive moisture extremely low temperatures dust mechanical vibration or shock Avoid heat sources such as radiator...

Page 9: ...ashes and the handset beeps Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging Even when the battery pack is not being used it will gradually discharge over a long period of time For optimum performance be sure to return the handset to the base unit after each telephone call If you must replace the battery pack during a telephone call complete th...

Page 10: ...elete tone int cm p age volume mic redial p memor y flash s et status 0oper 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 4 ghi 5 jkl 6mno 2abc 3 def 1 mute mem 1 redial p memo ry mem 2 chann el 2abc int cm 5jkl 4ghi 6mno 1 talk flash 3def 8 tuv 7pqrs 9wxyz tone 0oper Digital Spread Spectrum talk vol low batt Use only the supplied AC adapter Do not use any other AC adapter Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply ...

Page 11: ... for pulse dialing press Or to set the dial mode for tone dialing press A confirmation tone sounds to indicate the setting is complete 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 your phone system requires pulse dialing and you need to send the DTMF tones for certain situations dur...

Page 12: ...ted on any standard wall plate 1 Route the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown 2 Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack Route the cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown 3 Raise the antenna to a vertical position 4 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 AC Adapter Powe...

Page 13: ...phone jack to avoid excessive cord lengths Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the base and handset Use 10 screws minimum length of 1 3 8 inches with anchoring devices suitable for the wall material where the base unit will be placed 1 Insert two mounting screws into the wall with their appropriate anchoring device 3 15 16 inches apart Allow about 1 8 of an inch betw...

Page 14: ...dial From the Handset Handset On the Base Pick up the Handset Auto Talk Handset Off the Base Press any key 1 Press 2 Listen for the dial tone 3 Dial the number Press or return the handset to the base Auto Standby 1 Press 2 Listen for the dial tone 3 Press to dial the last number dialed redial p talk talk talk The base microphone is located under the phone Position yourself as near to the base as p...

Page 15: ...ettings Low Medium High and Maximum can only be adjusted during a call Press repeatedly to select Low Medium High or Maximum When you hang up the phone keeps the last volume setting selected Maximum High Medium Low vol vol vol Adjusting the Base Ringer There are three ringer selections High Low and Off Select a ringer tone by using the key on the base unit See Setting the Base Ringer Volume page 2...

Page 16: ...gain flash flash Traveling Out of Range During a call as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit noise increases If you pass the range limits of the base unit your call will terminate within 30 seconds 2abc int cm 5jkl 4ghi 6mno 1 talk Digital Spread Spectrum talk vol low batt flash 3def redial p memory You must subscribe through your local telephone company to receive Call Wait...

Page 17: ...nts a two second delay in time between digits as they are sent 4 Press again 5 Enter the memory location 0 9 on the keypad or press or A tone indicates that the number is stored If you enter a number in a location that has a previously stored number it will overwrite the existing number without warning mem 2 mem 1 memory redial p memory 2abc int cm 5jkl 4ghi 6mno 1 talk Digital Spread Spectrum tal...

Page 18: ...keypad The status LED stops blinking A confirmation tone sounds and the number is stored memory memory mute menu memo rec delete ans on off redial p memory flash set status Making Calls with Memory Dialing With the Handset From the Memory Location 1 Press then press 2 Enter a memory location 0 9 on the keypad Then the stored number is automatically dialed From the One touch Priority Dial Your phon...

Page 19: ...the memory location number 0 9 of the number you wish to delete The status LED stops blinking A confirmation tone indicates the number has been erased mute menu memo rec delete ans on off redial p memory flash set status Erasing Stored Numbers With the Handset 1 Remove the handset from the base unit 2 Press twice 3 Press the memory location 0 9 or or A tone indicates that the stored number is eras...

Page 20: ... the base or press on the handset The base will still be connected to the call talk talk 2abc int cm 1 talk flash 3def redial p memory 4ghi 5jkl 6mno 7pqrs 8tuv 9wxyz 0oper 1 2abc tone int cm page volume mic 3def mute men u memo rec ans on off delete tone int cm page volume mic redial p memory flash set status 0oper 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 4 ghi 5 jkl 6mno 2abc 3 def 1 Digital Spread Spectrum talk vol l...

Page 21: ...ercom press on the handset or on the base Intercom from the handset to base 1 Press on the handset If no answer press again to cancel 2 At the base press or to answer Speak into the base microphone 3 To turn off the intercom press on the handset or on the base talk int cm page int cm int cm talk int cm page int cm page If the page is not answered within one minute the paging sounds stops automatic...

Page 22: ...the call to the base press on the handset To cancel the transfer press on the base To transfer from the base to the handset 1 Press on the base The caller is put on hold and the intercom tone sounds on the handset 2 Press any key on the handset The intercom mode is activated but the caller is still on hold 3 To transfer the call to the handset press on the base To cancel the transfer press on the ...

Page 23: ...t Press base to turn off the microphone Press mute again to cancel the mute feature mute menu mute Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone you can manually change the phone s channel for clear operation Interference can come from appliances or other phones in your home see Troubleshooting on page 41 During the course of a conversation if you hear static o...

Page 24: ...umber after you have called your bank The digits of your bank account can be entered using DTMF tones Initially make your call with the pulse dialing mode Once your call connects press Enter the desired number like in the example above the bank account number These digits will be sent as tone dialing This special number can be stored in a memory location This is referred to as Chain Dialing See pa...

Page 25: ...Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review save or delete the messages you choose You will never have to worry about a tape wearing out jamming or resetting improperly The Integrated Answering System is easy and convenient to use but please read through all of the instructions carefully Features Digital Tapeless Recording 15 Minutes of Recording Time Call Screening Selectable Outgoing...

Page 26: ...returns to standby after the last menu option A confirmation tone sounds to indicate standby mode If any of the following occurs during menu setup the handset returns to standby Start over with menu function prior to the interruption Press Press 20 seconds lapse of time The idle time default setting is 20 seconds If the handset remains idle for 20 seconds an error tone sounds and the system return...

Page 27: ...rd your greeting after the tone 3 When you are finished recording your greeting press or You will hear a confirmation tone and your recorded greeting plays back for you Choosing between the two outgoing messages Press Then press or when the outgoing message is played This switches between the pre recorded greeting or the personal greeting Press to select the greeting of your choice A confirmation ...

Page 28: ...t the day 5 Press or until you hear the correct hour setting The numbers through are displayed on the base as each hour is announced 6 Press to select the hour 7 Press or until you hear the correct minute setting The numbers through are displayed on the base as each minute is announced 8 Press to select the minute flash set flash set flash set flash set mute menu Normally the idle time for the men...

Page 29: ...9 To select a PIN perform the following steps 1 Press three times The current PIN code is announced as it is displayed on the base 2 Press to change the PIN code The system announces current PIN code 3 Press or until the desired number appears 4 Press to select the PIN code A confirmation tone sounds system announces the new PIN code To exit the menu mode press if desired flash set flash set mute ...

Page 30: ...volume level Adjust the volume of the base speaker by pressing the volume keys on the base Press for louder or for softer The numbers 0 9 are displayed on the base indicating the volume levels 0 being the softest and 9 being the loudest flash set flash set mute menu When you have set the base ringer to off and the handset is on the base you will still hear the ringer from the handset If you have s...

Page 31: ...distance call to check your messages you can hang up after the second ring to avoid billing charges 1 Press five times The current ring time setting is announced 2 4 6 Toll saver and it is displayed on the base 2 Press to change the ring time 3 Press or until the desired ring time appears 4 Press to select the new ring time A confirmation tone sounds the system announces the new ring time flash se...

Page 32: ...ng message but it will not allow the caller to leave a message To set Announce only follow the steps above To choose between the prerecorded message or your own personal greeting press then or when the outgoing message is played Press to select the greeting of your choice A confirmation tone sounds If you want to use your own greeting you may want to change your greeting to omit the prompt to leav...

Page 33: ...er of current stored messages When all new messages have been played you hear a beep The system returns to standby 2 After you have reviewed your new messages you can play your old messages by again pressing Once you have listened to a new message it then becomes an old message The old messages will be played in the order in which they were received To stop playing your messages press again at any...

Page 34: ...kipping a message 1 Press to review your messages The number of messages is announced 2 Press at anytime to skip to the next message Each time is pressed the system scans forward one message If you have several messages press repeatedly to find the message you want to play 3 Press at any time to stop reviewing your messages and return to standby The message counter shows the number of messages sto...

Page 35: ...ges you have not yet reviewed Voice memo The voice memo function allows the user to record messages up to 10 minutes 1 Press and hold You hear a beep The message counter displays 2 Start your recording after the announcement Record your message after the tone 3 When you have finished press or to stop recording The system returns to standby memo rec memo rec delete delete When you press you are per...

Page 36: ...2 During the greeting message press and enter your PIN code See Setting a Personal Security Code page 27 3 The answering system announces the number of messages stored in memory You hear To play incoming messages press pound two For help press pound zero You will hear intermittent beeps memo rec memo rec A recorded conversation is treated as a typical message and will be added to the stored messag...

Page 37: ...tem The answering system automatically returns to standby Command Function then 1 Repeat a Message then 2 Playing your Messages then 3 Skipping a Message then 4 Deleting a Message then 5 Stop Message Playback then 6 Answering System On then 7 Memo Record Stop then 8 Greeting Message Record Stop then 9 Answer System Off then 0 Help Guidance You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering com...

Page 38: ... telephone number 2 Wait ten rings until the system answers You hear a beep 3 Press and then enter your PIN code The answering system announces the number of messages stored in memory You hear To play incoming messages press pound two For help press pound zero 4 Press then to turn the answering system on 5 Hang up the phone and subsequent calls will be answered by the system 6 EXA3955 newstyle 3 3...

Page 39: ...nd hold on the base 2 While the handset is emitting the paging sound replace the handset to the base unit and continue to hold the for 3 seconds Release the The paging tone stops Leave the handset on the base for more than 3 seconds A new random security code is set int cm page int cm page int cm page 4ghi 5jkl 6mno 7pqrs 8tuv 9wxyz 0oper 1 2abc tone int cm page volume mic 3def If the handset batt...

Page 40: ...A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M AT I O N mute menu memo rec ans on off delete tone int cm page volume mic redial p memory flash set status 0oper 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 4 ghi 5 jkl 6mno 2abc 3 def 1 mute menu memo rec ans on off delete tone int cm page volume mic redial p memory flash set status 0oper 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 4 ghi 5 jkl 6mno 2abc 3 def 1 mute menu int cm page volume mic redial p memory flash ...

Page 41: ...a dry cloth When the charging terminals become dirty Wipe with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser if necessary mute m enu memo rec ans on off delete tone int cm page volume mic redial p memory flash s et status 0oper 7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 4 ghi 5 jkl 6mno 2abc 3 def 1 mute mem 1 redial p memo ry mem 2 chann el 2abc int cm 5jkl 4ghi 6mno 1 talk flash 3def 8 tuv 7pqrs 9wxyz tone 0oper contacts Digital Sprea...

Page 42: ...ADMIUM BATTERIES NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY Nickel cadmium cells are used in the battery pack Please take your used nickel cadmium battery packs to a store that recycles nickel cadmium batteries Power Failure During the period that the power is off you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone Caution Use the specified battery pack Do not remove the ba...

Page 43: ...to a different location away from metal objects or appliances and try again Make sure that you are not too far from the base Check both ends of the base unit telephone line cord Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base unit and wall outlet Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes then reconnect it Reset the digital security code See page 37 Make sure is pressed The battery pack may be ...

Page 44: ...y be full Delete some or all of the saved messages The incoming messages may be too long Remind callers to leave a brief message The memory may be full Delete some or all of the saved messages Remind callers to speak loud enough and clearly when leaving a message Long pauses in the callers message may cause the system to stop recording Record your personal outgoing message again The default messag...

Page 45: ...ement batteries 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 Standard 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 change without prior notice General Information AC Adapter Inform...

Page 46: ...ed 12 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions A When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed B If liquid has been spilled into the product C If the product has been exposed to rain or water D If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are cov...

Page 47: ...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 bottom of the 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 Adapter Safety Features If ...

Page 48: ...ng mode 9 Digital security code 37 E F G H Earpiece volume 13 Face plate 38 General information 43 Greeting 25 Headset installation 38 I J K L Important Safety Instructions 44 Intercom 20 M N O Maintenance 39 Making a call 12 Memory dialing Erasing 18 Making calls 16 Storing 15 Menu setup mode 24 Mute 21 Outgoing message 25 P Q Package contents 5 Playing a message 31 Precautions 44 R Receiving a c...

Page 49: ...stem announces the number of messages stored in memory and the help guidance The phone waits for you to enter a command 3 To quit hang up the phone E X A 3 9 5 5 Turn on the answering system remotely 1 Call your phone and let it ring 10 times until you hear a beep 2 Press and then enter your PIN code 3 Press then 5 to stop the announcement 4 Press then 6 to turn the answering system on ADDITIONAL ...

Page 50: ...ask Key Repeat a Message 1 Playing your Messages 2 Skipping a Message 3 Deleting a Message 4 Stop Message Playback 5 Answering System On 6 Memo Record Stop 7 Greeting Message Record Stop 8 Answer System Off 9 Help Guidance 0 C U T EXA3955 newstyle 3 3 7 4 1 6 48 PM Page 48 ...

Page 51: ...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 Hours M F 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m CST www uniden com EXA3955 newstyle 3 3 7 4 1 6 48 PM Page 49 ...

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