Uniden TRU546 English Owners Manual

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    Owner's Manual
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    www.uniden.com
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    on your purchase of the Uniden TRU546 cordless telephone. This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance utilizing the latest in 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum technology. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the
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    up the phone 6 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack 7 phone number 30 Caller ID Features Caller ID 31 When the telephone rings 31 Viewing the Caller ID Message list 32 Deleting information from the Caller ID list 33 Using the Caller ID list 35 Using "Caller ID on Call Waiting" service
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    Additional Information Changing the digital security code 39 Beltclip installation 40 Headset installation 40 Note on power sources 41 Maintenance 41 Troubleshooting 42 General Information 44 Technical Information 45 Precautions & Warranty 47 Index 49
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    Controls and Functions 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 3 9 10 11 12 [ 2 ] CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1. Handset antenna 2. Headset jack cover 3. Handset battery compartment 4. Handset earpiece 5. LCD display 6. Memory key 7. Talk key 8. Vol (volume)/M(cursor down) key 13 14 9. */ (left cursor)/tone key 10.
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    20 21 22 20. Pulse-Tone switch 21. DC power input 22. Phone jack 23. Handset retainer clip 23 24. Base antenna 25. Status LED 24 26. Page key 27. Base charging contacts 25 26 27 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS [ 3 ]
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    First This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps: Step 1 (page 5) Unpack and check the telephone and accessories. Step 2 (page 6) Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit. Base Step 3 (page 7 to 10) Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. You must
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    Base unit • Handset • Rechargeable battery • AC adapter • Telephone cord • Wall mount adapter • Beltclip Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com Also included: • This Owner's Manual • Quick Reference Guide
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    battery pack C. Connect the base unit D. Choose the dialing mode A. Choose the best location Before choosing a location for your new phone, cordless telephones • The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet which is not switchable. • Keep the base and handset
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    it snaps into place. 4)Place the handset on the base. Remove the beltclip, if attached, for face up charging. BATTERY PLUG-IN DIRECTION BLACK RED Use only the Uniden battery (BT-800) supplied with your phone. Replacement batteries are also available through the Uniden Parts Department. (See page
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    handset to the base unit after a telephone call. • If you must replace the battery pack during a telephone call, complete the replacement of the battery phone is in use, "Low Battery" flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base
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    the status LED lights. If the LED does not light, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the handset makes good contact with the base charging contacts. •Use only the supplied AD-312 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. •Connect the AC adapter to
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    • After installing the battery pack in the handset, charge your handset at least 15-20 hours before plugging into the phone line. Once the handset battery pack is fully charged, connect the telephone line cord to the base and telephone wall outlet. 5)Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE
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    the oval is down. The retainer holds the handset in place. DO NOT use an outlet controlled by a wall switch. Standard wall plate mounting This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. 1)Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. 2)Plug the AC adapter to the DC
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    phone within 10 - 15 feet of a working phone jack to avoid excessive cord lengths. • Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the base and handset mounting the phone. 2) Set the retainer clip if necessary. 3)Refer to steps 1 through 7 on page 11 to mount the telephone. [ 12
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    instructions.) 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. Or if the handset is not on the base upon the type of service to which you subscribe.
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    local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number. 1)When the phone is in the standby mode, press . The Caller ID setting screen appears. 2) Press to complete the setting. Or return the handset to the base unit to complete the setting. The handset returns to the standby mode. When the area
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    Making and Receiving Calls Handset On Base Handset Off Base Pick up the handset (AutoTalk), Press any key (Any Key Answer). To answer or pick up the handset and a call press . Refer to page 13 "Setting Caller ID Options/Language" to turn on the AutoTalk feature if desired. 1)Pick up the
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    Terminology Throughout this manual, terms such as Standby and Talk Mode are used. Below is the terminology explanation. • Standby Mode -The handset is not in use, off the base, and has not been pressed. A dial tone is not present. • Talk Mode -The handset is off the base and enabling a dial tone
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    earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended. BASICS When you press tone sounds. in Maximum mode or in Low mode, an error Ringer off During the standby mode or tone/volume setting, press and hold until the phone
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    Call The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed. Redialing from Standby Mode From the Handset 1) Press . The phone number that was last time display appears. 5) To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Most
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    -over Some telephone companies use handset too far from your base unit, noise increases. If you pass the range limits of the base unit, your call will terminate within 30 seconds. Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone
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    Press any key on the handset or on the base, or return the handset to the base to end the page. When an incoming call is received during paging, paging is canceled and the telephone is switched to the incoming call. Flash and Call Waiting If you have "Call Waiting" service and a call waiting tone
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    Storing Phone Numbers and Names Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your TRU546 stores up to 20 you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. If you return the handset to the base, the phone will return to standby also. • You have 20
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    number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. • Use to enter a pause in the dialing sequence. The display shows a "P". Each pause counts as one digit and represents a two second delay in time between digits. • Use to delete digits as needed. 7)Press . The handset beeps and displays
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    Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters. With each press of a numeric key, the displayed character appears in the following order: Upper case letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding
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    For example, to enter Uniden: 1) Pick up the handset and press and hold . 2) Enter a number or press , to select a memory location number. 3) Press five times. 10) When finished, Press . To continue to store the telephone number, proceed to step 6 on page 22. [ 24 ] M E M O R Y D I A L I N
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    selected memory location. To exit this mode, press and hold . The handset returns to standby. • To exit the memory function without dialing, press . The handset returns to standby. MEMORY DIALING When the stored phone number has 14 or more digits, "\" is displayed next to the 12th
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    1)Press . "Talk" and the volume setting appear on the display. If you select a memory location that does not have a stored number, the handset will beep rapidly and the phone will not dial. If you set the ringer to off, "" appears on the display. 2)press . 3)Enter a two-digit number
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    Editing a Stored Name and/or Phone Number 1)Press and hold until "Memory Store" is displayed. 2)Press and or enter a two-digit number 5)Press number keypad, , , or to edit the name. (See page 23.) To edit only the phone number, skip this step. MEMORY DIALING M E M O R Y D I A L I N G [ 27 ]
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    to be edited. 7)Use the number keypad, or to edit the phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. (See page 22.) If you don't want to change the phone number, skip this step. 8)Press . The handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen. The memory storage is complete
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    Display a Programmed Number Use and numbers display. to toggle between the names display and the Program name Program number • When the stored phone number has 14 or more digits, "\" is displayed next to the 12th digit. Press to see the extra digits and to return. MEMORY DIALING M E M O R
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    Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number 1)Press and hold until "Memory Store" is displayed. 2)Press and or enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would
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    Caller ID You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature. 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 phone. The handset displays the incoming call phone number, name, time, and the number of
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    ringer is set off, "" appears. 2) When you pick up the phone, the display changes to "Talk". (AutoTalk feature is set to on.) Data sounds and the telephone returns to the standby mode. • If a call comes in via a telephone system that does not offer Caller ID service, no information is
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    TRU546 stores up to 50 messages. If the phone receives the 51st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to standby. • If you get an incoming call or page, the deleting operation
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    If you get an incoming call or page, the deleting operation is canceled and the telephone is set to receive the incoming call or page. Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers 1)Press . 2)Press . 3) Press or to select "Yes" or "No". 4)Press
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    TRU546 stores up to 50 messages. 1)Press . Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing or . 2)Press . The displayed phone ID list memory. • You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your TRU546 is connected to a private branch exchange (PBX). • When a long distance call has
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    the message. • If there is an incoming call or page, memory storage is canceled and the telephone is set to receive the incoming call or page. Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing The phone number of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing. 1)Press . Select
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    you can use the following features. The "Call Waiting" service can also be used independently. Please contact your local telephone company for details. 1)When a new incoming call is received during your current telephone call, the phone number and the name of the caller are displayed. 2)Press
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    . To return to the original caller, press again. Call Waiting Features Your TRU546 gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button, service, call waiting, and call waiting options to use these features. Not all features are available in all areas. Check with your local telephone
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    the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code. 1)Remove the handset from the base unit. Press and hold . 2)While the handset is emitting the paging sound, replace the handset on the base unit. The paging tone stops. Leave
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    beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. To remove the beltclip Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes. Headset Installation Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, simply plug the
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    one year. Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts Department for a replacement battery. Power Failure During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone. RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the
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    Troubleshooting If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. Symptom The status LED won't light when the handset is placed in the base the base. • Check both ends of the base unit telephone line cord. • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base
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    base unit away from appliances or metal objects. • Reset the digital security code (See page 39). The Caller ID does not display. • The handset was picked up before the second ring. • The call was placed through a switch board. • Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service
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    of time the handset is off the base. Recharge your phone on a regular basis about once a week by placing the handset on the base for 15-20 hours. When the operating time becomes short, even after the battery is recharged, please replace the battery. With normal usage, the battery should last about
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    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
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    the problem. In addition, we recommend that the base not phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone Cordless Telephone Privacy Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by means of radio
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    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
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    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
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    21 Mounting the base unit on a wall 11 P, Q Package contents 5 Paging 20 Precautions 47 R Receiving a call 15 Redialing a call 18 Ringer tone and volume 17 S Setting up the base unit 6 Setting up the handset 7 T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z Technical information 45 Troubleshooting 42 Warranty 48
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    Memo [ 50 ]
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    with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at 1-800-297-1023 PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters. Thank
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    Thank you for purchasing a Uniden Cordless Phone. Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,511,761 4,523,058 4,595, 281 6,125,277 5,426,690 5,660,269 5,768,345 5,915,227 6,070,082 © 2001 Uniden America Corporation, Fort Worth, TX All rights reserved. Printed in China UCZZ01757ZZ
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