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E X I 8 9 6 6
900 MHz
Cordless Phone
with Caller ID
Advanced Call Waiting
Options
Dual Keypads and Displays
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:58 Page ii Controls and functions 1. Handset antenna 22. Base microphone 2. Headset jack cover 23. Handset retainer clip 3. Handset battery compartment 24. LCD display 4. Handset ringer switch 25. Status LED 5. Handset earpiece 26. One touch dial 1 (m1) key 6. LCD display 27. One touch dial 2 (m2) key 7. Talk key 28. One touch dial 3 (m3) key 8. Volume/Cursor down/ 29. One touch dial 4 (m4) key character select key 30. Tone key 9. Caller ID key 31. Base contact 10. Tone/Ba
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page i Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXI 8966 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 Extended Range • Secure Digital Transmission • Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID • Advanced Caller ID with Call Waiting Option • 50 Number Caller ID Memory •
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page iv Table of contents Getting Started Introduction / Features ................................................inside front cover Control and Functions..................................................inside front cover Getting Started Read this first.................................................................................... 4 Step 1: Checking the package contents ........................................... 5 Basics Step 2: Setting up the base unit .........
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 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 to 10) 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) Finally, store your area code in the memory to use the Caller ID ser
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 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) 554-3988 Hours
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 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, air ducts, and
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page 7 (continued) Step 2: Setting up the base unit Connect the base unit To install the base unit on the wall, see page 45. 1 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. 3 2 Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 3 Set the base unit on a desk or tabletop and place the handset on the base unit. Then raise the antenna to a vertical position. Note Place the power cord so it does not create
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page 8 (continued) Step 2: Setting up the base unit Notes • Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. Polarity of the plug • Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply. Tips Modular • If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact 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 to Tone TONE Pulse PULSE
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page 9 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack Charge the battery pack for 12-15 hours before you start using your phone. 1 Press and slide the battery compart- ment 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 compart- ment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place. 4 Place the handset on the base unit w
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page 10 (continued) Step 3: Preparing the battery pack Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged • 7 hours continuous use • 10 days when the handset is in the standby mode When the battery charge becomes low 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” flashes and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, “Low Battery” flash
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:41 Page 11 Step 4: Entering your area code If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the Area Code option, your local area code does not appear in Caller ID messages. When reviewing Caller ID messages, you will see only the local seven digit number. For calls received from outside your local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number. Note If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing, do not program this option. 1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press . The C
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 12 Making calls Making a call with the handset Dialing from standby 1 Pick up the handset and dial the phone number (up to 32 digits). Example: Enter 8178583300 2 Press .“Talk” flashes on the display. Then the volume setting is displayed. Example: Setting “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 displays for about 5 seconds. Other Operations
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 13 (continued) Making calls Dialing from talk mode 1 Pick up the handset. 2 Press . “Talk” appears flashing on the display. The display shows the current selected volume. 3 Dial the phone number. 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. 13
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 14 (continued) Making calls Making a call with the base Dialing from standby 1 Dial the phone number (up to 32 digits). 2 Press . “Speaker” appears on the display. The number is dialed. 3 To hang up, press . Dialing from speaker phone mode 1 Press . “Speaker” appears on the display. 2 Dial the number. 3 When you finish the call, press to hang up. Note The base microphone is located under the phone. Position yourself as near to the base as possible and speak clea
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 15 (continued) Making calls Redialing a call with the handset The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly recalled. Dialing from standby 1 Press . The phone number that was last dialed from the handset appears on the display. 2 Press again. Each press of will display one of the last three dialed numbers. Most recent 3 Press . The number will be dialed. Note If the recently dialed number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redia
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 16 (continued) Making calls Dialing from talk mode 1 Press . “Talk” appears flashing on the display. 2 Press . The last number dialed will be displayed and redialed. 3 To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. Redialing a call with the base 1 Press . The last number dialed from the base will be displayed (up to 32 digits). 2Press . The number will be dialed. Tips You can also press before pressing when you redial with the base. 16
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 17 Receiving calls Receiving a call with the handset 1 The phone rings. 2Press . “Talk” appears flashing on the display. Then the currently selected earpiece volume is displayed for 2 seconds. For example, if the volume is set to high, the display shows; 3 The call-time display starts. Talk with the caller. 4 To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call time displays for about 5 seconds. Auto Talk when ringing When the Auto Talk setting is on and t
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 18 (continued) Receiving calls Handset ringer tone In the standby mode, press . Each time is pressed, the ringer tone setting changes and the selected ringer tone sounds for 2 seconds. Handset ringer switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off. Handset earpiece volume Pressing or during a telephone call or while the handset is in standby mode, will change the earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call h
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EXI 8966 7/25/00 17:42 Page 19 (continued) Receiving calls Receiving a call with the base 1 The base rings. The status LED on the base flashes and “Incoming Call” appears on the display. 2 Press . 3 When you finish the call, press to hang up. Base ringer switch This switch turns the base ringer on or off. Base speaker volume To control the speaker volume of the base, adjust the VOLUME slide switch as desired. 19
