Uniden EXI976, User Manual

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• 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
a telephone call.
• Talk Mode -
The handset is off the
base and the
talk/flash key has
been pressed,
enabling a dial tone.
• Standby Mode -
The handset may be
sitting in or off the
base, but is NOT in
use. The
talk/flash
key has not been
pressed and there is
no dial tone.
Cleaning the battery charging contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the
charging contacts on the handset once a month. Using
water only, dampen a cloth to clean the charging
contacts. Then make sure to go back over the charging
contacts with a dry cloth before returning the handset to
the base 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 are
retained for up to 30 minutes while you replace the battery
pack.
Low battery alert
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.
If the phone is in use,
Low Battery
flashes and the handset
beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and
return the handset to the base unit for charging.
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