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To insure the safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the 
amount of radio frequency energy various products may produce depending 
on their intended usage. This product has been tested and found to comply 
with the FCC's exposure criteria. For body worn operation, the FCC RF 
exposure guidelines were also met when used with the Uniden accessories 
supplied or designed for this product. Use of other accessories may not 
ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.

Range

Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by 
transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications set forth 
by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance 
with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in 
which the telephone is used. Many factors limit range, and it would be 
impossible to include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range 
rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against 
other range claims.

Telephone Line Problems

The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in 
the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone line. Also, the 
telephone company may make changes in facilities and services which may 
affect the operation of your unit. However, your telephone company must give 
adequate notice in writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making 
necessary arrangements to continue uninterrupted service. If you are having 
trouble with your telephone service, you must first disconnect your phone to 
determine if it is the cause of your problem. If you determine that it is the 
cause, you must leave it disconnected until the trouble has been corrected.

Radio Interference

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. In addition, we recommend 
that the base not be plugged into a circuit that also powers a major 
appliance because of the potential for interference. Be certain that the 
antenna on the unit is fully extended when needed.
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting 
transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another 
cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot eliminate this 
type of interference, you need to change to a different channel.
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at 
frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To 
minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone 
should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is 
experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or 
VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

More than One Cordless Telephone

If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they 
must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select a 
channel that provides the clearest communication.

Cordless Telephone Privacy

Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the 
handset and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by means of 
radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways.
Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your 
communications can be received by radio receiving devices other than your 
own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any communications using your 
cordless telephone may not be private.

Installation Considerations

Selecting a Location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important 
guidelines you should consider:
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous power 

outlet. (A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does not have a 
switch to interrupt its power.)

• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as 

motors or fluorescent lighting.

• Be sure there is sufficient space to fully extend the base antenna.
• The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a standard 

telephone wall plate.

• You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before completing the 

installation or using the handset.

Telephone Line Outlets

There are two types of phone outlets:

Modular Jack

Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords are 
fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type of jack. If 
you do not have modular phone jacks, contact your local telephone 
company for information about their installation.

Hardwired Jack

Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of 
installations require a modular jack converter. This type of installation is 
not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone dealer or 
a telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter 
for your particular situation.

Connecting the Telephone Cords

Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:
Caution!

• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone 

line has been disconnected.

• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Applying Power to the Base

This phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt power, and 
the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when the phone is 
placed on a desk or table, wrap the power cord around the strain relief 
notch on the bottom of the base.

NOTE: Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard, or where 

it could become chafed and create a fire or other electrical hazards.

One Year Limited Warranty

Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uniden") ELEMENTS OF 
WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this 
Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with 
only the limitations or exclusions set out below.

WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate 
and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. 
The warranty is invalid if the Product is
(A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, 
altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any 
configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or 
repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a 
defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction 
with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by 
Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by 
the owner's manual for this product.

STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to 
this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will 
either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return it to 
you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping 
and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection 
with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace 
the unit with a new or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH 
ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT 
AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE 
WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF 
LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF 
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR 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.

LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may 
also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void 
outside the United States of America and Canada.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after 
following the instructions in the owner's manual you are certain that the 
Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original 
packaging). Disconnect the battery from the Product and separately secure 
the battery in its own separate packaging within the shipping carton. The 
Product should include all parts and accessories originally packaged with 
the Product. Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing 
the defect that has caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped 
freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at: 

Uniden America Corporation

Parts and Service Division

4700 Amon Carter Blvd.

Fort Worth, TX 76155

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Summary of Contents for CXAI 5198 SERIES

Page 1: ...CXAI 5198 SERIES OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...ume 23 Muting the Ringer 24 USING THE SPEED DIAL MEMORY 29 Using the Speed Dial Memory 29 CALLER ID 34 Caller ID and Caller ID on Call Waiting CIDCW 34 THE INTEGRATED ANSWERING DEVICE 38 The Integrate...

Page 3: ...t charger Note Illustrations in this manual are used for explanation purposes Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit 5 8GHz Extended Range Technology Corded Cordless Telepho...

Page 4: ...phone Be sure to visit our web site www uniden com Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation AutoTalk AutoStandby and UltraClear Plus are trademarks of Uniden America Terminology...

Page 5: ...play 7 call id Caller ID menu P 16 35 8 vol volume scroll P 16 23 9 vol volume scroll P 16 23 10 tone left cursor P 25 30 11 redial pause P 21 31 12 select int com P 16 27 13 Handset microphone and ri...

Page 6: ...l rec record P 46 47 22 Message LED 23 In use LED 24 repeat rewind P 44 25 call id P 35 34 hold hold LED P 22 35 mute mute LED P 24 25 36 Curl cord 37 find hs handset intercom P 27 38 clock menu P 13...

Page 7: ...your new phone read Installation Considerations on page 59 Here are some important guidelines you should consider Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic Avoid microwave o...

Page 8: ...by a switch Place the base unit close to the AC outlet to avoid long extension cords 3 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet 4 Set the base on a desk or table...

Page 9: ...the jack only one way Match the wire colors to the polarity label in the battery compartment connect the battery and listen for a click to insure connection 3 Make sure you have a good connection by...

Page 10: ...t the charger on a desk or tabletop and place the handset in the charger with the keypad facing forward 3 Make sure that the charge LED illuminates If the LED does not illuminate check to see that the...

Page 11: ...DC IN 9V jack 3 Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel as shown 4 Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet 5 Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack 6 Wr...

Page 12: ...l is capable of supporting the weight of the base and handset Use 10 screws minimum length of 1 3 8 inches with anchoring devices suitable for the wall material where the base unit will be placed 1 In...

Page 13: ...adset To use this feature insert the headset plug into the headset jack Your phone is ready for hands free conversations Headsets may be purchased by visiting our website at www uniden com or by calli...

Page 14: ...de setting Press clock menu or play stop on the base to return to standby mode If you do not press a key within 30 seconds the phone will time out and exit the menu mode When setting Day and Time the...

Page 15: ...e system requires pulse dialing and you need to send DTMF tones in certain situations during a call you may switch over to tone dialing refer to Tone Dialing Switch over on page 25 1 Press clock menu...

Page 16: ...ored number will be transferred to the handset If the transfer is successful you will hear a confirmation tone from the base and handset Otherwise Area Code Setting Failed appears on the display and a...

Page 17: ...n press set 2 Press the volume up or down key to choose English Fran ais French or Espa ol Spanish 3 Press set You will hear a confirmation tone Handset Setup Using the interface Below are some tips f...

Page 18: ...AutoTalk on 2 Press end The handset returns to standby mode Selecting a Language Handset only You can change the language the menu display will use Choose from English French or Spanish 1 Press and h...

Page 19: ...set If you want to enter or edit the number refer to Setting the Area Code on page 15 1 Press and hold call id menu on the handset 2 You can check the number entered in Area Code 3 Press end The hands...

Page 20: ...e following features will function even during a power failure Making and receiving calls with the corded base handset Adjusting the volume on the main base Call waiting flash feature on the main base...

Page 21: ...ause is required press redial pause 2 Pick up the corded handset or press speaker Receiving a call From the handset 1 Remove the handset from the cradle If AutoTalk is on the phone will automatically...

Page 22: ...dle 2 Press talk flash 3 Listen for the dial tone 4 Press redial pause OR 1 Remove the handset from the cradle 2 Press redial pause 3 Press talk flash From the base 1 Pick up the corded handset or pre...

Page 23: ...ndset or flash on the base to accept the waiting call After a short pause you will hear the new caller 3 To return to the original caller press talk flash on the handset or flash on the base again You...

Page 24: ...in standby mode press the volume up key or volume down key vol to cycle through Ringer A High Ringer A Low Ringer B High Ringer B Low and Ringer off 2 When the phone sounds the ring tone and volume y...

Page 25: ...has ended Muting the Ringer Do Not Disturb DND The do not disturb feature DND allows you to mute the ringer on the base and handset at the same time The phone must be in standby mode Press and hold d...

Page 26: ...feature is useful when you need tone dialing to use any automated menu systems such as telephone bank tellers telephone prescription refills customer support menus etc If your phone is set to pulse d...

Page 27: ...59 Conferencing Up to three people can participate in a conference call using an outside line the handset and the base Joining a Conference Call You can easily join a call already in progress From the...

Page 28: ...ress select int com end or return the handset to the cradle From the base 1 With the phone in standby mode press find hs intercom on the base 2 The handset will be paged An intercom tone sounds To can...

Page 29: ...hs intercom Answering an Intercom Page From the handset 1 Pick up the handset from the cradle If AutoTalk is enabled the handset will automatically answer when you pick it up 2 Press talk flash or sel...

Page 30: ...ing For example you can save your bank account number to speed dial memory When you call your bank s telephone teller service and are prompted to enter your account number simply press memory mem on t...

Page 31: ...to delete all the characters If no name is required go to step 5 Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters Each time you press a numeric key the displayed character app...

Page 32: ...t the display is ready for the number to be entered 6 Use the keypad to enter the phone number each number can be up to 20 digits If you need the phone to pause during the dialing sequence press redia...

Page 33: ...wing the Caller ID data see page 35 1 Press call id menu call id on the base Select the phone number to be stored from the Caller ID list by pressing the volume up or down key volume or select volume...

Page 34: ...set or base displays your programmed speed dial number 2 Enter the number 0 9 or press the volume up or down key volume or select volume to select the speed dial number you would like to dial 3 Press...

Page 35: ...ed in the Caller ID list or save data to your Memory dial list When the Telephone Rings When the Caller ID data is received each the handset and base shows the caller s phone number along with the dat...

Page 36: ...rough the data from the latest to the earliest or the volume up key volume or select volume to scroll back through the messages 3 To finish the viewing operation From Handset press end In Caller ID op...

Page 37: ...ID list by pressing the volume up key or the volume down key volume or select volume 2 Press delete channel delete on the base 3 Press the volume up key or the volume down key volume or select volume...

Page 38: ...the base in standby mode Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing the volume up key or the volume down key volume or select volume 2 To have the phone dial a 1 before the displayed C...

Page 39: ...e or announce a special outgoing message to callers when you re away from your phone Features Digital Tapeless Recording Up to 13 minutes of Recording Time Call Screening Personal or Prerecorded Outgo...

Page 40: ...set 2 Press the volume up or down key to select Record Time 1 Minute 4 Minutes or Announce Only 3 Press set You will hear a confirmation tone Setting the Call Screen Call Screen allows you to listen...

Page 41: ...key on the base to select Ring Time and then press set 2 Press the volume up or down key to select a Ring Time Toll Saver 2 Times 4 Times or 6 Times 3 Press set You will hear a confirmation tone Setti...

Page 42: ...ll hear a confirmation tone Turning the Answering System On Off 1 To turn the answering system on press answer on off on the base when the phone is in standby mode The answer on off LED will be illumi...

Page 43: ...is playing press and hold greeting again You hear the announcement Record greeting and a confirmation tone If your own greeting has already been recorded delete the current message and then record a n...

Page 44: ...a pre recorded outgoing message or your own personal outgoing message but it will not allow the caller to leave a message To set announce only follow the steps on Setting the Record Time page 39 If y...

Page 45: ...d the system announces End of messages The system returns to standby 3 After you have reviewed your new messages you can play your old messages by pressing play stop again Once you have listened to a...

Page 46: ...s play stop at anytime to stop reviewing your messages and return to standby The message counter shows the number of messages stored in memory Deleting a message To maintain maximum record time delete...

Page 47: ...n the base 2 You will hear the announcement Record Memo Message and a confirmation tone 3 Start your recording 4 When you have finished press play stop memo call rec or set to stop recording The syste...

Page 48: ...ering system answers the base speaker will let you hear the calls as the machine records the message To adjust the volume press the volume up or down key If you turn the answering system off you canno...

Page 49: ...elephone You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch tone telephone 1 Call your telephone number 2 During the greeting message press 0 and enter your PIN code see page...

Page 50: ...in the command waiting mode You may enter another command at this time from the chart 6 When you are finished hang up to exit the system The answering system automatically returns to standby Command F...

Page 51: ...ss 0 and then enter your PIN code The answering system announces the number of messages stored in memory You hear To play incoming messages press zero two For help press one zero 4 Press 0 then 6 to t...

Page 52: ...time from the chart above 5 When you are finished press end to exit the system The answering system automatically returns to standby If the handset can t access the base within seven seconds you will...

Page 53: ...he handset 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 cradle for charging Inform...

Page 54: ...the handset and charger 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...

Page 55: ...h 3 6V Frequency 925 181424 927 451379 MHz 5739 320225 5746 130091 MHz To avoid damage to the phone use only Uniden AD 830 AD 310 and BT 905 with your phone If the handset is left off of the cradle th...

Page 56: ...try again Press delete channel in the Talk mode to help eliminate background noise Make sure that the handset is not too far from the base Can t make or receive calls Check both ends of the telephone...

Page 57: ...to wall outlet Make sure the answering system is turned on The answering system does not record any messages Set the record time to either the one minute or four minute option The memory may be full D...

Page 58: ...set 1 Remove the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation 2 Remove the battery pack by disconnecting 3 Leave the battery cover off and the battery pack disconnected for at least 3 days 4 Once th...

Page 59: ...not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your dealer or local power company 8 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where the cord will be damage...

Page 60: ...andset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors or fluorescent lighting Be sure there is sufficient space to fully extend the base antenna The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or m...

Page 61: ...each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of dev...

Page 62: ...lip 11 C Caller ID Caller ID services 34 Calling 37 D Dial mode 14 E F G H Earpiece volume 24 General information 54 Headset installation 12 Hold 22 I J K L I C notice 60 Important safety instructions...

Page 63: ...ring 10 times until it answers 2 Press 0 and enter your PIN code 3 Press 0 then 5 to stop the announcement 4 Press 0 then 6 to turn the answering system on C U T REMOTE OPERATION CARD C U T Remote ac...

Page 64: ...wering System On 0 6 Memo Record Stop 0 7 Greeting Message Record Stop 0 8 Answer System Off 0 9 Voice Prompts 1 0 Task Key Repeat a Message 0 1 Play Incoming Messages 0 2 Skip a Message 0 3 Delete a...

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Page 66: ...Memo...

Page 67: ...omer Hotline at 1 800 297 1023 Mon Fri 7 a m to 7 p m or Sat Sun 9 a m to 5 p m CST Phone support is closed on holidays Need a Part To order headsets additional handsets replacement batteries or other...

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