UNIDEN CORDLESS TELEPHONES DECT2080 and DECT2882 Series UC536BV(DECT2080-2) OM.
Table of Contents Basic Setup................................................................. 17 Selecting a Language............................................. 17 Activating Personal Ring......................................... 17 Activating the Key Touch Tone................................ 18 Activating the Caller ID Phonebook Match............. 18 Welcome........................................................................ 4 Accessibility..........................................................
Using the Intercom.................................................. 35 Muting the Ringer (One call only)........................... 36 Muting the Microphone........................................... 36 Seven-Digit Dialing................................................. 36 Tone Dialing Switch Over........................................ 37 Line Mode Setup (Base only)................................. 37 Installing the Optional Headset............................... 37 Using Your Phone.....................
Operating the Answering System While You Are Away from Home............................................... 45 Maintenance................................................................ 46 Specifications.......................................................... 46 Battery Replacement and Handling ....................... 46 Cleaning the Battery Contacts................................ 47 Low Battery Alert . .................................................. 47 Battery Life....................................
Welcome Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Multi-Handset phone. Note: Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes. Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit. As an Energy Star® Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product models meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy Star® is a U.S. registered mark. Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.
Terminology Used in this Manual Standby The handset is not in use. If it is off the cradle, no line has been activated. No dial tone is present. CID Caller ID is available from your Telephone provider and is offered to users on a subscription basis. With this service, you will be able to see the incoming caller information such as name and phone number. CID/CW or CIDCW Caller ID with Call Waiting is available by subscription from your Telephone provider.
Product Overview Features • Speakerphone on Handset • 7 Ringer Options on Handset (3 Tones/4 Melodies) • Last 5 Number Redial • Bilingual Menu Displays. (for US models: English and Spanish,. for Canadian models: English and French) • Call Transfer • Conferencing • Intercom • 1.9GHz DECT6.
Parts of the Phone The following illustrations show you all of the different parts of your phone. Handset 1 . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 0. . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 20. 2 . 22.
Base 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 23 24 25 33 34 35 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. Base charging contacts charge LED Base microphone Base speaker [volume +/-] keys message counter LED [greet] key (record/select greeting) [ ] key (skip) 3 . 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 36 37 [ ] key (delete) [ ] key (play/stop) [find hs] key (find handset) [ ] key (repeat) [answer on/off] key (answering system on/off) DC IN 9V jack TEL LINE jack UC536BV(DECT2080-2) OM.
Using the Interface Reading the Display In standby During a call Handset ID and banner Number of new Caller ID calls received Call duration The ringer off icon indicates that the ringer is turned off. The voice mail icon appears when you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. The privacy icon appears when the Privacy Mode is turned on. The speaker icon appears when the speaker phone is in use. The mute icon appears while the microphone is muted.
Using the Four-way Function Key Your handset has a four-way function key that allows you to move the cursor or pointer on the display and access the most commonly used features at the touch of a button. By moving this key to the left, you open the phonebook. Move the key to the right to access Caller ID information. To use this four-way key, place your thumb over the key on the handset and move to the four positions to get the feel of how it moves and operates.
Entering Text from Your Handset You can use the number keypad on your handset to enter text by referring to the letters printed on each number key. When you press the number key in a text entry field, the phone displays the first letter printed on the number key. Press the number key twice to display the second letter and three times to display the third. Capital letters are displayed first, then lower case letters, and then the number on the key.
Installing the Phone Choosing the Best Location When choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider: • The location should be close to both a phone jack and a Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street Avoid heat sources, such continuous power outlet (one with heavy traffic as radiators, air ducts, which is not connected to a and sunlight switch).
Installing the Battery Use only the Uniden BT-1008 rechargeable battery pack supplied with your cordless telephone. Follow the steps below to install the handset battery. ) Press in on the handset battery case cover (use the finger indention for a better grip) and slide the cover downward to remove. 2) Plug the battery cable into the battery jack. Be sure to match the red and black wires to the label near the jack. The cable should snap into place. Gently pull on the battery cable.
Installing the Belt Clip Line up the holes on each side of the handset. To attach the belt clip, insert into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. To remove the belt clip, pull either side of the belt clip to release the tabs from the holes. Connecting the Base and Charging the Handset ) Route the AC adapter cord through the “LOOP” of base’s back as shown. 2) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack.
Connecting to the Phone Line ) Once the battery pack is fully charged, route the telephone cord through the “LOOP” of base’s back as shown, and connect the telephone cord to the TEL LINE jack. 2) Connect the telephone cord to a telephone wall jack. Route the cord. Testing the Connection Try making a call. If your call does not connect or you cannot get a dial tone, try the following steps: ) Make sure the AC adapter cord is securely connected to the DC IN 9V jack and a standard power outlet.
Wall Mounting the Base This phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate. Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base’s back. Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN 9V jack. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Plug the telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack. Route the telephone cord through the hole of the wall mount adapter as shown. 6) Plug the telephone cord into the telephone wall jack. 7) Align the mounting slots on the base with the mounting posts on . the wall.
Basic Setup Selecting a Language Your phone supports two languages: English and Spanish for US models or English and French for Canadian models. Once you select a language, the menus on the handset will display in that language. The default language is English. ) Press [Menu/Select]. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the HANDSET LANGUAGE submenu. 2) Move the cursor to choose a language. for US models: Choose ENGLISH or ESPAÑOL (Spanish). for Canadian models: Choose ENGLISH or FRANÇAIS (French).
Activating the Key Touch Tone Key Touch Tone is the tone your keypad makes when keys are pressed. You can turn this tone on or off. ) Press [Menu/Select]. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then Key Touch Tone the KEY TOUCH TONE submenu. On 2) Move the cursor to select ON or OFF. Off 3) Press [Menu/Select]. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Expanding Your Phone Adding Accessory Handsets Your phone supports a total of six cordless handsets. You can now place a fully-featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the handset charger. All the handsets ring when a call is received. Compatible Handsets Your phone is compatible with the DCX200, DWX207 and DCX300 accessory handsets. If you purchased an accessory handset separately, you must register the handset to the base before use.
Registering Accessory Handsets If you purchase an accessory handset, you need to register the handset before use. Handset(s) supplied in the box with the base are pre-registered at the factory. When charged, pre-registered handsets display a handset ID number. Handsets that have not been registered display: ↔ To register a DCX200 accessory handset: ) Charge the handset for 15-20 hours. 2) Place the handset in the main telephone base cradle to initiate registration.
Using Multiple Bases The handsets supplied with your phone can be registered to a total of four different bases. Compatible bases include the DECT1500 series, the DECT2000 series, and the DECT3000 series.
) With the phone in standby, press [Menu/Select]. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the SELECT BASE submenu. 2) Move the cursor to select the base you want to connect to, or choose AUTO to have the handset automatically select the base. 3) Press [Menu/Select]. SEARCHING will appear in the display. 4) When the base is found, the handset will return to standby. If the base is not found, “SEARCHING” continues to appear.
4) Enter the number for this entry (EDIT NUMBER). Once you have stored a name, EDIT NUMBER appears next. Use the number keypad to enter the phone number; the phone number can contain up to twenty digits. If you need the phone to pause between digits when it’s dialing (for example, to enter an extension or an access code), press [Redial/ Pause] to insert a two-second pause. You will see a P in the display. You can also use more than one pause together if two seconds is not long enough.
Editing an Existing Phonebook Entry ) When the phone is in standby, press [ ] to open the phonebook. 2) Find the entry you want to edit and press [Menu/Select]. 3) Select EDIT. Follow the steps for Creating Phonebook Entries on page 22. If you do not wish to change the information at any step, simply press [Menu/Select] to go to the next step. Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook You can store Caller ID records or redial numbers in the phonebook so you can use them later.
To delete all phonebook entries: ) When the phone is in standby, press [ ]. 2) Press [Menu/Select], and then select DELETE ALL. DELETE ALL? appears in the display. 3) Move the cursor to select YES. 4) Press [Menu/Select]. You will hear a confirmation tone, and DELETED! . appears in the display.
Using the Voice Mail Service If you subscribe to a voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. The new message LED on the handset flashes and appears in the handset display whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. When you subscribe to the service, your voice mail provider provides you with the access number and the required voice mail signaling tone. You can use your phonebook to store the access number.
Selecting a Ring Tone (Handset only) You may choose from four melodies or three tones for your phone’s primary ring tone. Each handset can use a different ring tone or melody. The available ring tones are as listed: Melodies Fur Elise (ELISE) We Wish You A Merry Christmas (MERRY-XMAS) Aura Lee (AURA LEE) Star Spangled Banner (STAR SPNGL) ) Press [Menu/Select]. Select the HANDSET SETUP menu, and then the RINGER TONES submenu. 2) Move the cursor to select a ring tone.
Using Your Phone From a cordless handset Making a call Answering a call Hanging up ) 2) 3) 4) OR ) 2) 3) From a handset speaker phone Pick up the handset from the cradle. Press [ /Flash]. Listen for the dial tone. Dial the number. Pick up the handset from the cradle. Dial the number. Press [ /Flash]. ) Pick up the handset. (If AutoTalk is on, the phone will answer when you pick up the handset from the cradle.) 2) Press [ /Flash].
Making a Call from the Phonebook ) When the phone is in standby, press [ ] to open the phonebook. 2) Find the phonebook entry you want to call (see Finding a Phonebook Entry on page 23). 3) Press [ /Flash] or [ ] to dial the number. Note: You can also press [ /Flash] or [ ] before you open the phonebook. When you come to the phone number you want to dial, press [Menu/Select].
Using Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial Lists If you subscribe to Caller ID service from your phone company, your phone will show you the caller’s phone number and name (if available) whenever a call comes in. If you subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting, the phone will also show you the name and the number of any call that comes in while you’re on the line. If your telephone provider supports seven-digit dialing, you can save your local area code so it does not display in the Caller ID list.
Deleting Caller ID Numbers To delete only one Caller ID number, press [ ] when the phone is in standby, and then find the number you want to delete. Press [Menu/Select] and select DELETE ENTRY. When the phone asks you to confirm, select YES. To delete all the Caller ID numbers, press [ ] when the phone is in standby, and then press [Menu/Select]. When the phone asks you to confirm, select YES. Note: When you delete a Caller ID number, you delete it permanently.
Deleting a Redial Record If you want to delete a phone number from the handset’s redial list, follow the steps below: ) When the phone is in standby, press [Redial/Pause]. 2) Use [ ] and [ ] to scroll through the redial list. 3) When you find the redial number you want to delete, press [Menu/Select] and select DELETE ENTRY. 4) When the phone asks you to confirm, select YES. The redial number is deleted.
Adjusting the Audio Tone If you aren’t satisfied with the audio quality of your phone, you can adjust the Audio Tone of the earpiece while on a call. Your phone gives you three audio tone options: low, natural and high; the default setting, Natural Tone, is recommended for hearing aid users. Audio tone adjustments only apply to the earpiece, not the speakerphone. To adjust the audio tone: ) While on a call, press [Menu/Select]. 2) Move the cursor to select AUDIO TONE, and then press [Menu/Select].
Conferencing If you have more than one handset, up to three people can participate in a conference call. A three-way conference call consists of an outside line and two handsets. You can easily join a call already in progress. The handsets must be currently connected to the same base (see page 21). ) Press [ /Flash] or [ ] to join the call. 2) To hang up, return the handset to the cradle or press [ ]. The other party will still be connected to the call.
Using Special Features Privacy Mode If you don’t want other handsets to interrupt you while on a call, turn on privacy mode. As long as your handset is in privacy mode, other handsets can’t join your call or make any calls of their own: their displays will show UNAVAILABLE. ) While on a call, press [Menu/Select]. 2) Select CALL PRIVACY. PRIVACY MODE ON appears in the display for two seconds; appears and remains in the display until the feature is turned off.
Answering an Intercom Page When the intercom page tone sounds, the display will show the ID of the handset that is paging. ) Press [ /Flash] or [Clear/Int’com]. If AutoTalk is on, the handset will automatically answer the page when you pick up the handset from the cradle. 2) To hang up an intercom page, press [ ]. Muting the Ringer (One call only) While the phone is ringing, press [ ] on the handset or [ will ring again on the next call. ] on the base to mute the ringer for this call.
Tone Dialing Switch Over If your phone is set to pulse dialing, you can temporarily switch to tone dialing after the call connects. This feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use automated menu systems, such as telephone bank tellers, telephone prescription refills, customer support menus, etc. Make your call normally. Once your call connects, press [*/tone] on the handset. Any digits you enter from then on will be sent with tone dialing.
Setting Up the Answering System Using the Answering System Setup Menus Your handset controls all of the answering system setup options except for the personal greeting (personal greetings must be changed directly at the base). Here are some hints on using your handset to access your answering system: • If you have multiple bases, select the base with answering system you want to access (see page 21). • When the phone is in standby, press [ /Mute] on the handset to access the answering system.
Selecting a Greeting Once you have recorded a personal greeting, the phone automatically switches to your personal greeting. You can also switch back and forth between the pre-recorded greeting and your own greeting at any time. ) When the phone is in standby, press [greet] on the base. The system plays the current greeting. 2) To keep this greeting, do nothing. 3) To switch to the other greeting, press [greet] while the system is playing the current greeting.
Setting the Number of Rings 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 two, four, or six rings. If you enable the Toll Saver (TS) setting, the answering system picks up after two rings if you have new messages, and after four rings if there are none.
While your answering system is set to “Announce only,” the message counter LED on the base displays “A.” If you are using the prerecorded greeting, the system automatically switches to the following message: “Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again.” If you are using a personal greeting, the system continues to use that greeting. Activating the Message Alert The message alert feature sounds a short alert tone every fifteen seconds whenever you have a new message.
Using the Answering System Turning Your Answering System On and Off From the base From the handset Turning On ) When the phone is in standby, press [answer on/off]. 2) The system announces “Answering System is on” and plays the current greeting. 3) The message counter LED displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the counter flashes, then you have new messages waiting. ) Press [Menu/Select]. 2) Select the ANSW. SETUP menu, and then the ANSWERSETUP submenu. 3) Move the cursor to select ON.
Reviewing Messages The message counter on the base LCD displays the number of messages stored in memory. When you have new messages (that you have not listened to yet), the new message LED on the handset flash. The answering system plays your new messages first. If you have no new messages, the system plays your old messages. You can review your messages from the base or from the handset: From the base From the handset ].
Screening Calls If you activate the call screening feature, you can listen to callers leaving a message without answering the phone (see Activating Call Screening on page 41). You can always hear callers from the base speaker. To screen an incoming call from the handset: • Press [ /Mute] when the system is answering. If another handset is screening a call, you will hear a beep and you will not be able to screen the call. • To answer the call, press [ /Flash]. • To stop screening the call, press [ ].
Operating the Answering System While You Are Away from Home You can access your answering system while you are away from home to check, play, and delete messages, or turn your answering system on and off. Notes: • The answering system will only playback messages for four minutes and then it returns to the command waiting mode. To continue playing your messages, press [0] then [2] again within fifteen seconds.
Maintenance Specifications Operating Temperature 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C) Base: AD-800 AC Adapter Part Number Charger: AD-0005 Base: 120V AC, 60 Hz AC Adapter Input Voltage Charger: 120V AC, 60 Hz AC Adapter Output Base: 9V DC @ 350mA Voltage Charger: 9V DC @ 210mA Battery Part Number BT-1008 Battery Capacity 2.4V DC @ 650mAh Notes: • Use only the supplied AC adapters. • Be sure to use the proper adapter for the base and any chargers.
Cleaning the Battery Contacts To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the handset once a month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub the damp cloth over the charging contacts until all visible dirt is removed. Dry the contacts thoroughly before returning the handset to the cradle. Caution: Do not use paint thinner, alcohol, or other chemical products. Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish.
Troubleshooting Resetting the Handset You may need to reset your handset in the following instances: • You lose a handset and purchase a new one. • You get the message Registration Failed when you try to register the handset. • You are unable to register any handsets to the base. • When you register new handsets to the base, the handset IDs do not match. (For example, the handset registers as “Handset #4” but you only have two handsets.
Resetting the Handset Without the Base If your original base is not available for some reason, you can still reset the handset and use it with another base. ) Press and hold [ ] and [#] for at least five seconds. 2) Move the cursor to select BASEUNAVAILABLE and then press [Menu/Select]. BASE UNAVAILABLE appears. 3) Select the base which you want to de-register from, and then press [Menu/Select]. 4) Move the cursor to select YES, and then press [Menu/Select].
Common Issues If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. If these steps do not solve your problem, please call our Customer Hotline (see the back cover for contact information). Symptom Suggestion The charge LED won’t illuminate when the handset is placed in the cradle. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base or the charger (if you have more than one handset) and wall outlet. • Make sure the AC outlet is not connected to a wall switch.
Symptom The handset doesn’t communicate with other handsets. Suggestion • Make sure that you have registered all handsets to the same base, and all handsets are selecting the base (see page 21). An extra handset can’t join the conversation. • Make sure there are not two handsets already using the conference feature. • Make sure that another handset is not in privacy mode. • Make sure that you have registered both handsets to the same base, and both handsets are selecting the base (see page 21).
Noise or Static on the Line The.most.common.cause.of.noise.or.static.on.a.cordless.phone.is.interference:.other.wireless.or.electronic.devices. can.radiate.energy.that.disturbs.the.radio.signal.between.the.base.and.the.handset.(much.like.overhead.power.lines. can.cause.static.on.your.car.radio)..Some.common.household.sources.of.interference.are • electrical.appliances,.especially.microwave.ovens. • computer.equipment,.especially.wireless.LAN.equipment.and.DSL.modems • radio-based.wireless.devices,.such.as.
Liquid Damage Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. • If the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior plastic housing is affected, wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. • If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic housing (i.e. liquid can be heard in the phone or liquid has entered the handset battery compartment or vent openings on the base), follow the steps below: Handset Base ) Disconnect the AC adapter from the base, cutting off electrical power.
Warning! Precautions! The cords on this product and/or accessories contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Before you read anything else, please observe the following: Warning! Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Please follow instructions for repairing, if any (e.g. battery replacement section); otherwise do not substitute or repair any parts of the device except as specified in this manual. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
Radio Interference I.C. Notice Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless handset, or clicking noises in the base. This interference is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem.
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. One Year Limited Warranty Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.
Index A Accessibility.................................... 4 Answering calls............................ 28 Answering system........................ 38 Using the answering system interface............................. 38 When away from home............. 45 Any key answer............................ 27 Area code..................................... 36 AutoTalk........................................ 27 C H Caller ID....................................... 30 Deleting Caller ID records.........
M P S Maintenance................................. 46 Making calls.................................. 28 Using Caller ID.......................... 30 Using redial............................... 31 Using the phonebook................ 29 Message alert......................... 41, 44 Multiple Bases.............................. 21 Mute Microphone............................... 36 Ringer....................................... 36 Personal identification number . (PIN)......................................
Remote Operation Card CUT CUT REMOTE OPERATION CARD REMOTE OPERATION CARD Remote access away from home Remote access away from home Turn on the answering system remotely 1. Call your phone and let it ring 10 times until you hear a beep. 2. Press 0 and then enter your PIN code. 3. Press 0 then 5 to stop the announcement. 4. Press 0 then 6 to turn the answering system on. 1. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone. 2. During the outgoing message, press 0 and enter your PIN code.
CUT Task CUT Key Task Key Repeat a Message Repeat a Message Play Incoming Messages Play Incoming Messages Skip a Message Skip a Message Delete a Message Delete a Message Stop Operation Stop Operation Answering System On Answering System On Answering System Off Answering System Off Help Help CUT Task CUT Key Task Repeat a Message Repeat a Message Play Incoming Messages Play Incoming Messages Skip a Message Skip a Message Delete a Message Delete a Message Stop Operation Stop
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