Uniden EXL 8900, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...oTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you don t have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping switches AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base The UltraClear Plus true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise This innovative technology together with 40 different channels provides you with the best pos...

Page 3: ...ef jkl ghi mno tuv pqrs oper tone wxyz 2 1 3 5 4 6 8 7 9 0 chan ringer pause redial e x t e n d e d r a n g e LONG DISTANCE MANAGER vol status in use page find 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 16 17 18 20 21 19 15 14 9 10 13 11 12 22 23 25 26 27 24 Controls and functions ...

Page 4: ...n key 9 Flash key 10 Tone key 11 Redial key 12 Pause key 13 Handset microphone 14 Mute lamp 15 Volume up key 16 Long Distant key 17 Memory key 18 Mute key 19 Channel key 20 Ringer key 21 Handset contact 22 Handset clip storage 23 Base contact 24 Base antenna 25 Status lamp 26 In use lamp 27 Page Find key 28 Pulse Tone switch 29 DC power input 30 Phone jack ...

Page 5: ...Entering a pause in memory dialing 15 Storing mixed tone pulse number 16 Dialing a stored number 16 Chain dialing 17 Erasing a stored number 17 Replacing a stored number 17 Selecting a different channel 18 Using the flash button 18 Mute 19 Page find 19 Traveling out of range 19 Additional Information Changing the digital security code 20 Installing the beltclip 21 Headset installation 21 Note on p...

Page 6: ... pack for more than 12 15 hours before using the phone Handset About the digital security code This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your base unit This security code prevents other cordless handsets from making calls through your base unit A random security code will be assigned automatically between your base unit and handset when you charge the b...

Page 7: ...Base unit Handset AC adapter AD 420 Rechargeable battery pack BT 905 Telephone line cord 2 Wall mount adapter Beltclip This Owner s Manual Precautions and Important Safety Instructions Registration Card Uniden Parts Department 800 554 3988 Hours M F 8 30 AM to 7 00 PM Central We can also be reached on the web at www uniden com Checking the package contents ...

Page 8: ...t which is not switchable Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors and fluorescent lighting Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna fully vertical The base can be placed on a desk tabletop or mounted on a standard wall plate Avoid heat sources such as radiators air ducts and sunlight Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Avoi...

Page 9: ... or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard 1 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet 2 Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120VAC 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 Use only the Uniden AC adapter suppli...

Page 10: ... outlet isn t modular contact your telephone company for assistance Polarity of the plug Modular 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 If you aren t sure of your dialing system Make a trial call with the TONE PULSE switch set to TONE If the call connects leave the switch as is ...

Page 11: ...phone line cord into the telephone outlet 4 Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel Then wrap the cord around the strain relief notch 5 Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet 6 Raise the antenna to a vertical position 7 Align the mounting slots on the base with the mounting posts on the wall Push in and down until the phone is firmly seated 1 AC adapter Wall plat...

Page 12: ...rial is capable of supporting the weight of the base and handset 1 Insert two mounting screws into the wall with their appropriate anchoring device 3 15 16 inches apart Allow about 3 16 of an inch between the wall and screwheads for mounting the phone 2 Refer to steps 1 through 9 on page 8 9 to mount the telephone TOP 3 16 in 3 15 16 in 8 On the base unit pull the handset retainer out of the slot ...

Page 13: ...y cover forward until it snaps into place 4 Place the handset on the base Make sure that the status LED of the base unit lights and charging begins Charge the battery for at least 12 15 hours You can place either side up for charging the battery Red status LED Black The plastic connectors will fit together only one way Make sure the battery s connector is properly alighned Use only the Uniden Batt...

Page 14: ...set to the base unit for charging Cleaning the battery contacts To maintain a good charge it is important to clean all battery contacts on the handset and base unit about once a month Use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner Do not use any liquids or solvents Even when the battery pack is not being used it will gradually discharge over a long period For optimum performance be sure to return th...

Page 15: ... volume level you want ª ª Adjusting the volume control ringer ringer ª ª ª Setting the Handset Earpiece Volume 1 While you are on a call press or 2 The phone has four earpiece volume levels Normal Medium High and Loud Press or until you hear the volume level you want Handset ringer switch This switch turns the handset ringer on or off ringer off on ringer off on ª ...

Page 16: ... number 1 Press 2 Listen for dial tone 3 Dial a number talk To hang up Press or return the handset to the base Auto standby To redial 1 Pick up the handset 2 Press 3 Listen for dial tone 4 Press redial 1 Press 2 Listen for dial tone 3 Press talk talk talk talk talk redial USINGYOUR NEW PHONE Fold out the front cover of this reference guide to use the CONTROLS diagram for reference ...

Page 17: ...n for dial tone 2 Dial a long distance or international phone number You must dial a 1 or 011 when using the LDM feature 3 To complete press or return the handset to the base talk Using the LDM Long Distance Manager talk Sign up and Registration 1 Before using the LDM feature you must register your phone by calling 1 800 458 2682 2 You will be asked a few simple questions such as name address and ...

Page 18: ...umber stored in memory to access voice mail for example you can store a pause in the phone number sequence To use this function follow steps 1 and 2 in Storing a Number in Memory then press the button on the handset to place a pause in the phone number sequence Follow the remaining steps in the Storing a Number in Memory section to complete the operation pause pause Remember the phone number you w...

Page 19: ...w enter the number s to be dialed in tone mode 5 Press and a number 0 9 on the keypad for the memory location you wish to use You will hear a long beep and the talk batt LED goes out mem tone tone mem Dialing a stored number To dial a phone number stored in memory press then press and the memory location 0 9 Your phone will dial the stored number mem talk mem talk If you select a memory location t...

Page 20: ...me mem Erasing a stored number 1 Remove the handset from the base 2 Press twice 3 Select the memory location number 0 9 you want to clear You ll hear a long beep confirming that the number is erased mem Replacing a stored number Remember your EXL 8900 Series phone has 10 memory locations represented by the numbers 0 9 on the keypad If you store a phone number in one of these locations then attempt...

Page 21: ...to choose between 30 defferent channels During the course of a conversation if you hear static or noise press The talk batt LED flashes indicating the phone is changing to another channel chan chan chan Using the flash button Use for accessing services such as call waiting If you receive a call during your conversation press the button on the handset Press again to return to the previous call flas...

Page 22: ...o cancel mute press or talk mute mute mute mute talk Page find To locate the handset while it is not on the base press on the base The handset beeps page find page find Traveling out of range When you begin to move too far from the base you will first hear a clicking sound As you travel further out of range the voice transmission will begin to break up If you pass the range limits of the base your...

Page 23: ...change the code 1 Remove the handset from the base unit Press 2 While the handset is producing the paging sound place the handset in the base unit The paging tone stops Leave the handset on the base longer than 3 seconds A new random security code is set Changing the digital security code If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack removed the digital security code wil...

Page 24: ...ove the beltclip Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes Your phone may be used with an optional headset To use this feature simply plug any standard 2 5mm headset plug into the headset jack Your phone is ready for hands free conversation headset jack Installing the beltclip Headset installation ...

Page 25: ... that the power is off you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone Ni Cd Caution Use the specified battery pack Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it Never throw the battery into a fire disassemble it or heat it Do not remove or damage the battery casing When slightly dirty Wipe with a soft dry cloth When very dirty Wipe with a soft cloth that has been dampen...

Page 26: ...ter is plugged into the base unit and wall outlet Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes then reconnect it Reset the digital security code See page 20 Make sure is pressed The battery pack may be weak Charge the battery on the base unit for 12 15 hours The handset may be too far away from the base unit Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects Reset the digital security code S...

Page 27: ...ack Size without antenna 7 in W x 2 17 64 in D x 2 in H 178 mm W x 57 6 mm D x 51 mm H Weight Approx 8 6 oz 244 g including battery Battery BT 905 Capacity 600 mAH 3 6V Talk mode 7 hours TYP Standby mode 7 days TYP Specifications features and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice At Uniden we ll take care of you If you need any assistance with this pro...

Page 28: ...mory dialing Chain dialing 17 Dialing a stored number 16 Entering a pause in memory dialing 15 Erasing a stored number 17 Replacing a stored number 17 Storing a number in memory 15 Storing mixed tone pulse number 16 Mounting the base unit to a wall 8 Mute 19 P Q Package contents 4 Page find 19 R Receiving a call 13 Redialing a call 13 Handset ringer tone 12 S Setup Base unit 5 Handset 10 Specifica...

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