XSA955 AND XSA965 Quick Start Guide Digital Answering Machine 900 MHz Caller ID 10 Number Memory Plus Rocket Dial
INSTALLATION & SAFETY INSTALLATION Choosing the best location for your phone. When choosing a location for your phone there are a number of appliances the phone should not be near, and areas you should avoid. This symbol indicates important operating and servicing instructions. CHARGE the new phone for 20 - 25 hrs. AVOID Moisture CHOOSE a central location AVOID Television sets and other electronic appliances AVOID Microwave ovens AVOID Moisture DON’T overload the power outlet.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION This page is a very condensed version of the Owners Manual. It is designed to allow you to get your phone installed and operating as quickly as possible - however it does not attempt to explain any of the advanced features of the XSA955 and XSA965. Make sure the AC Adaptor/s remains switched ON at all times. Use only the Uniden AC Adaptor/s supplied with this unit.
INSTALLATION Installing the Handset Battery You must charge the batteries continuously for 20 hours before using the phone. l l l l l l Press the battery cover and slide it off. Connect the battery plug to the socket at the rear of the battery compartment. Make sure the plug is the right way round. The RED and BLACK battery wires must match the RED and BLACK printed on the phone case for the plug to fit properly. Press firmly until it clicks into place.
GETTING STARTED Making a Call XSA965 Only: Registration of Dual Handset IMPORTANT l l After fully charging the handsets, remove the handset from the extra charging cradle and place it on the main base. (The status LED will begin to flash indicating registration is occurring). Wait for at least 5 seconds before removing the extra handset from the main base. The registration has been completed, and your dual handset cordless phone is ready for use. l l Pick up the handset and press .
GETTING STARTED Setting Up the Answering System Your outgoing message can be recorded up to 30 seconds long. To turn the answering system on: l Press Answer - the pre-recorded greeting will play and your system is ready to accept calls. on To record your outgoing message: . After you hear a short tone, release the key. l Press and hold l "Record Greeting" is announced followed by a long tone. l Record your greeting while speaking within 15cm of the base. again.
GETTING STARTED CALL TRANSFER If the transferred call is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. - XSA965 Only To have the ability to transfer calls from one handset to the other handset: Initial Setup: (Important: XSA965 Only -Please make sure you have registered your dual handset - refer to instructions on page iv). TO TRANSFER CALLS To transfer your call from handset 1 to handset 2: l Press transfer .
CONTENTS Installation & Safety .....................................................................................i Quick Start Guide Installation ......................................................................................ii Contents.......................................................................................................vii Getting Started Controls and Functions ...................................................................1 Welcome............................................
GETTING STARTED CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 1 2 2 3 3 Dual Handset 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 pause delete redial select channel mem 9 XSA955 14 15 16 17 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 pause select delete mem redial channel transfer 9 XSA965 Page 1 14 15 18 19 17 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
GETTING STARTED CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 21. Telephone line jack 22. AC Adaptor input 23. Handset retainer clip 21 24. 22 set /ringer key 25. key 26. 30 23 volume set/ ringer 24 menu status 88 delete 25 26 repeat/rew 27 28 find hs memo play/stop skip/ff greeting answer on/off 900MHz mic Dual Handset 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 find key 28. memo key 29. Base charging contacts 30. Base speaker 31. / 32. menu Speaker volume keys key 33. Status LED 38 34.
GETTING STARTED WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of this Uniden cordless telephone. This Product is designed for reliability, long life and outstanding performance utilising the latest in 900MHz Technology.
GETTING STARTED INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE 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.
GETTING STARTED MOUNTING THE BASE UNIT ON A WALL If you are using an optional headset, you must still use the handset keypad for phone operations. Direct Wall Mounting You can mount your phone directly to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following: • Avoid electrical cables, pipes or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall. • Mount your phone within distance of a working phone jack.
GETTING STARTED BATTERY MAINTENANCE Use only the genuine Uniden Super Chat Battery supplied with your phone. Replacement Super Chat Batteries are available through the Uniden Parts Department. Battery use time (per charge) XSA955 • 10 hours continuous use • 20 days when handset is in the standby mode • 10 hours continuous use • 12 days when handset is in the standby mode XSA965 When the Battery charge becomes low If the phone is not in use, 'Low Battery' flashes and none of the keys will operate.
USING YOUR PHONE XSA965 only: Functions will need to be programmed in both handsets separately. SETTING MENU OPTIONS Options available include AutoTalk and Pop Up Name. AUTOTALK AutoTalk allows you to answer the phone without pressing the button. If the phone rings when Autotalk is on, simply remove the handset from the base and the phone automatically answers the call. If the phone rings when Autotalk is off, you must press to answer the call.
USING YOUR PHONE MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS Handset on Base Handset Off Base To answer a call Pick up the handset (Autotalk on) or pick up the handset and press (Autotalk off). Press , any number, or (Autotalk on). To make a call 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. Press . 2. Listenfor dial tone. 3. Dial the number. . OR Dial the number then press . Refer to page 7 "Autotalk" to turn on/off the Autotalk feature. Pick up the handset. Press . Listen for the dial tone. Dial the number. . OR 1. Pick up the handset. 2.
USING YOUR PHONE XSA965 only: Settings will need to be programmed in both handsets separately. ADJUSTING THE HANDSET RINGER VOLUME AND EARPIECE VOLUME Handset ringer tone and volume Press or in standby mode to select one of five ringer tones and volume combinations. The telephone will keep this setting for all future calls. Earpiece Volume Pressing or during a call will change the earpiece volume of the handset. The telephone will keep this setting for all future calls.
USING YOUR PHONE You must subscribe through your local telephone company to receive Call Waiting services. SELECTING A DIFFERENT CHANNEL If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone's channel for clear operation. This function works only when the phone is in use. • XSA955: Press /channel. 'Scanning' appears on the display, indicating the phone is changing to another channel. • XSA965: Press channel /select.
MEMORY DIALING STORING PHONE NUMBERS In memory dialling operation, you must press a key within 30 seconds or the phone will return to standby. The pause feature is useful for long distance calling, credit card dialling or sequences of numbers that require a pause between digits. Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your XSA955/XSA965 stores up to 10 names/numbers in each handset. 1. Press and hold , 'Memory Store' is displayed. 2.
MEMORY DIALING MAKING CALLS WITH MEMORY DIALING XSA965 only: Numbers stored in one handset can not be accessed from the other. Memory dialing from Standby Mode. 1. Press . The handset displays your programmed memory locations. 2. Press or , or enter the number ( 0 - 9 ) to select the memory location you would like to dial. 3. Press 'Talk' and the volume settings are displayed. Then the displayed number is dialed.
MEMORY DIALING EDITING A STORED NAME AND/OR PHONE NUMBER 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Press and hold . 'Memory Store' is displayed. Press or , or enter a number ( 0 - 9 ) to select the memory location you would like to edit. Press . The edit screen is displayed. Press again to select 'Edit Memory X'. The cursor flashes indicating that the display is ready for the name to be edited Use the number keys, , , or to edit the name. To edit only the phone number, skip this step. Press .
MEMORY DIALING CALL TRANSFER - XSA965 Only To have the ability to transfer calls from one handset to the other handset: Initial Setup: (Important: XSA965 Only -Please make sure you have registered your dual handset - refer to instructions on page iv). TO TRANSFER CALLS To transfer your call from handset 1 to handset 2: l Press transfer . l The call is placed on hold on the first handset, while handset 2 begins to ring. The call is transferred when the 2nd handset is answered.
ROCKETDIAL ROCKETDIAL The Memory Location for Rocketdial is independent from the memory location used for memory dialling. If the Rocketdial does not have a stored number, the handset will beep rapidly and the phone will not dial. You can store your most frequent dialed number in the Rocketdial location. The Rocketdial allows you to dial a number with one key press (there is no need to press . The phone will automatically dial the number stored). STORING AND EDITING THE ROCKETDIAL 1.
USING YOUR PHONE If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (i.e: before the second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear. CALLER ID You must subscribe to a Caller ID service to use these facilities. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller's name and phone number on the display before you answer the telephone. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time and number of calls.
USING YOUR PHONE In Caller ID operation, if no key is pressed for more than 30 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to the standby mode. If you get an incoming call or page, the deleting operation is cancelled so you can answer the call or page. XSA965 only: Caller ID numbers need to be deleted from each handset separately. VIEWING THE CALLER ID MESSAGE LIST The Caller ID list stores information for up to 30 incoming calls - even unanswered calls. cid/ 1. Press menu .
USING YOUR PHONE New Zealand: Calling from the Caller ID list may not be functional. You cannot store a Caller ID message if no phone number appears in the message. CALLING A PARTY FROM THE CALLER ID LIST You can place a call from the Caller ID list. 1. Press 2. Press cid/ menu . Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing . The displayed phone number dials automatically. or . DIAL EDIT You can temporarily edit the Caller ID number that is displayed by pressing .
USING YOUR PHONE ANSWERING SYSTEM You can use your answering systems to leave a voice memo message for others who use the phone, or to announce a special message to callers when you're away from your phone. FEATURES l l l l Digital Tapeless Recording Call Screening Time and Day Announcement Toll Saver l l l l 13 minutes of Recording Time Selecting Outgoing Messages Remote Message Retrieval Voice Memo Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review, save or delete the messages you choose.
USING YOUR PHONE Press and hold 'Skip/ff' or 'Repeat/rew' to quickly scroll through the numbers on the display. The PIN code is set to '80' when you purchase the XSA955/XSA965. SETTING THE TIME 1. Press menu . 'Time' is announced along with the current time. The message counter displays the current numbers [1] through [7] indicating the day of the week. 2. Press or until the correct day is announced. The numbers [1] through [7]are displayed on the base. 3. Press set . 4.
USING YOUR PHONE When using the Announce Only feature, you may want to change your outgoing message, if the message prompts the caller to leave a message. The prerecorded message changes automatically. SETTING THE RING TIME The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can set the ring time to answer after six, nine or twelve rings.
USING YOUR PHONE ANNOUNCE ONLY FEATURE The 'Announce Only' feature plays a prerecorded outgoing message, "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again," but it will not allow the caller to leave a message. SETTING THE MESSAGE ALERT TONE The Message Alert feature lets you know that you have new messages by sounding a short beeping tone. If the Message Alert has been set to 'On' and a new message has been received, the alert tone will sound every 15 seconds.
USING YOUR PHONE To delete the personal greeting, press during the announcement and the system announces "Greeting has been deleted." SETTING YOUR OUTGOING MESSAGE (GREETING) When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a preset message or your own greeting. Preset Message The following message is prerecorded, "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone." Recording A Personal Outgoing Message (Greeting) 1. Press and hold greeting .
USING YOUR PHONE 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. When you press at 9 or at 0, an error tone sounds. SETTING THE BASE RINGER VOLUME You have three ringer options. One allows you to turn the ringer off. The other two are volume levels. 1. Press set /ringer.
USING YOUR PHONE When the answering system is full, 'FL' is displayed on the base, and the system announces "No Remaining Time". You should delete some messages so that the system can record new messages. To stop playing your messages, press at any time. USING YOUR ANSWERING SYSTEM The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The flashing number represents the number of new messages, not total messages.
USING YOUR PHONE When you press you are permanently deleting the message. Once deleted, the message cannot be replayed. SKIPPING 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 to find the message you want to play. 3. Press , at any time to stop reviewing your messages and return to standby.
USING YOUR PHONE The voice memo function is completely independent of the greeting message. VOICE MEMO volume set/ ringer The voice memo function allows the user to record messages (up to 10 minutes). 1. Press and hold memo . "Record memo message" is announced and a confirmation tone sounds. [- -] flashes on the message counter. 2. Start your recording. 3. When you have finished, press , or memo to stop recording. A confirmation tone sounds and the system returns to standby.
USING YOUR PHONE You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering command waiting mode or the answering system automatically hangs up and returns to standby. REMOTE ACCESS AWAY FROM HOME You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete messages, even to record a new greeting message. 1. Call your telephone number. 2.
USING YOUR PHONE TURN ON THE ANSWERING SYSTEM REMOTELY If you have forgotten to turn on your answering system, you can turn it on remotely from any touch-tone telephone. 1. Call your telephone number. 2. After 15 rings, the system will answer. A tone sounds. 3. Press and then enter your PIN code. The answering system announces the number of 2 . For help messages stored in memory. You hear "To play incoming messages, press 0 ." press 4. Press then 6 to turn the answering system on.
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USING YOUR PHONE REMOTE OPERATION CARD Handy wallet sized instructions for easy use of remote answer machine functions. Remote Operation Card - Uniden XSA955 and XSA965 Pin Code: Remote access away from home: 1. Call your telephone number. 2. During the greeting message, press and enter your PIN code. 3. The answering system announces the current time and the number of messages stored in memory. Then you hear "To play incoming messages, 2 . For help, press 0 ". press 4.
Handy wallet sized instructions for easy use of remote answer machine functions.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING The status light won’t illuminatewhenthe handset is placed on the base. • Make sure the AC adaptor is plugged into the base and wall outlet • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base. • Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and base are clean. The audio sounds weak and/ or scratchy. • Move the handset and/or base to a different location away from metal objects or appliances and try again.
WARRANTY One Year Limited Warranty WARRANTY Important: Warrantor: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. Uniden Australia Pty Limited A.B.N. 58 001 865 498 Uniden New Zealand Limited ELEMENT OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty, its XSA955/XSA965 (herein after referred to as the Product), to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
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