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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 2 Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXAI 6980 cordless telephone. This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. Features • 900 MHz Technology • Call Waiting Caller ID • 3-line Backlit Display • 30 Number Caller ID Memory • Face Up/Face Down Charging • 10 Memory Dial Locations •
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 3 Table of contents Getting Started Getting Started Read this first .................................................................................................. 4 Step 1: Checking the package contents ......................................................... 5 Step 2: Setting up the base unit ..................................................................... 6 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack..................................................
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 4 Read this first This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps; Step 1 (page 5) Unpack the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 6 to 8) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Base unit Step 3 (page 9 to10) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. You have to charge the battery pack for 12-15 hours before using the phone. Handset Step 4 (page 11 to 12) Finally, set Caller ID options and store your area
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 5 Step 1 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). • Base unit • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420) • Rechargeable battery • Telephone line cord • Wall mount adapter pack (BT-905) • This Owner's Manual • Precautions and Important Safety Instructions • Registration Card • Beltclip Uniden Parts Department (800) 554
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 6 Step 2 Setting up the base unit Do the following steps. • Choose the best location • Connect the base unit • Choose the dialing mode Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure. Here are some important guidelines you should consider: Avoid heat sources such as Avoid noise sources such as a window by a radiators, ai
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 8 (continued) Step 2 Notes • Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. Polarity of the plug • Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily. Tips • If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact Modular your telephone company for assistance. Choose the dialing mode Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE switch as follows: If your dialing system is Set the switch t
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 9 Step 3 Preparing the battery pack Charge the battery pack for 12-15 hours before connecting the phone line. 1 Press and slide the battery compartment cover toward the bottom of the unit. 2 Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity (black and red wires), then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. 3 Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place. 4 Place the handset on the b
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 10 (continued) Step 3 Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged • Seven hours continuous use. • Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode. When the battery charge becomes low When the voltage of battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the phone eliminates functions to save power. If the phone is not in use, “Low Battery” flashes and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, "Low Battery" flashes and the handset
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 11 Step 4 Setting Caller ID options There are three Caller ID options, Auto Talk, CIDCW (Caller ID with Call Waiting), and Area Code. 1 In the standby mode, press and hold until a tone sounds and the Caller ID option screen appears. 2 Press or to move the pointer to the item that is to be set. Example: To select CIDCW 3 For Auto Talk and CIDCW press to toggle between on and off. For the Area Code setting please see page 12. 4 T
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 13 Making calls Dialing from standby 1 Dial the phone number. (up to 32 digits.) Example: Enter 817-858-3300 2 Press . “Talk” flashes on the display. Then the volume setting appears for a few seconds. Example: Volume level “High” 3 The number is dialed. After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears. 4 To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Other Operations
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 14 (continued) Making calls Dialing from talk mode 1 Pick up the handset. 2 Press . “Talk” and the volume setting appear on the display. 3 Dial the phone number. After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears. Example: Enter 817-858-3300 4 To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. The phone returns to standby. 14
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 15 (continued) Making calls Redialing The redial key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up to 32 digits long. Redialing from standby 1 Press . The phone number that was last dialed appears on the display. 2 Press . “Talk” and the volume setting appear on the display. 3 Then the phone number is dialed. After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears. 4 Press or place the handset on the base
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 16 Receiving calls Receiving a call from the handset 1 Phone rings. 2 Press . “Talk” and the volume setting appear on the display. 3 To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Auto Talk when ringing When the Auto Talk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset from the base unit to answer the phone. Any key when ringing When the Auto Talk setting i
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 17 (continued) Receiving calls Handset ringer tone In the standby mode, press or . Each time or is pressed, the ringer tone setting changes and the selected ringer tone sounds for 2 seconds. Handset earpiece volume During a telephone call, pressing or will change the earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended. When you pres
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 18 (continued) Receiving calls Receiving a call from the base 1 The base rings. The status LED on the base flashes. 2 Press and speak. 3 When you finish the call, press to hang up. Base ringer switch To turn off the ringer, set the ringer switch to the off position. This switch turns the base ringer on or off. Base speaker volume To control the speaker volume of the base, adjust the and button as de
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EXAI 6980 2nd HEN 10/31/00 10:06 AM Page 19 Memory storing You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the dial memory. Storing phone numbers and names 1 Press and hold until a tone sounds and “Memory Store” is displayed. 2 Press or to scroll to the memory location where you would like to store the number. Or press the keypad ( to ) to select the memory location where you would like to store the number. 3 Press . When an empty memory location i
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