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    Owner's Manual
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    www.uniden.com
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    purchase of the Uniden TRU548 cordless telephone and answering system. 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
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    65,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, the AutoSecure™ feature electronically locks your phone when the handset is in the base. Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com Uniden® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. AutoTalk, AutoStandby, Random Code
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    the package contents 5 Step 2: Setting up the phone 6 Step 3: Installing the battery pack 7 Step 4: Setting Caller ID options/Language 13 stored name and/or phone number 28 Erasing a stored name and phone number 30 Caller ID Features Caller ID 31 When the telephone rings 31 Viewing the
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    answering system 42 Additional Information Changing the digital security code 47 Installing the beltclip 48 Headset installation 48 Note on power sources 49 Maintenance 49 Troubleshooting 50 General Information 52 Technical Information 53 Precautions & Warranty 55 Index 57
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    Functions 1 2 4 5 13 6 14 7 15 8 3 9 16 10 17 11 18 12 19 [ 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 9. */ (left cursor)/tone
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    ) key 39. Record Time Switch 40. Ring Time Switch 41. Base Microphone 42. Base Ringer Switch 43. Pulse-Tone Switch 44. DC Power Input 45. Phone Jack CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS [ 3 ]
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    your area code in the memory to use the Caller ID service. Note: Skip the area code setting if your Handset calling area requires 10-digit dialing. [ 4 ] GETTING STARTED About the digital security code This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your
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    Parts Department (see below). • Base unit • Handset • AC adapter (AD-313) • Rechargeable battery pack (BT-800) • Telephone line cord • Beltclip • Wall mount adapter Also included: • This Owner's Manual • Quick Reference Guide • Registration Card Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours
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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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    cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place. Use only the Uniden Battery (BT-800) supplied with your phone. Replacement batteries are also available through the Uniden Parts Department (See page 5). 4 Place the handset on the base. Remove the beltclip, if attached, for face up charging
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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 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
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    easily. • 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
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    system, set for tone dialing. Make a trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is, otherwise set for pulse dialing. • If your phone system requires pulse dialing and you need to send the DTMF tones for certain situations during a call, you may "switch-over" to tone dialing. (Refer
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    slot so that the lip of the retainer is up and the oval is down. The retainer holds the handset in place. 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 1 the base. 2 Plug the AC adapter to
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    plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall. Before 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 for mounting the phone. 2 Set the retainer clip if necessary. 3 Refer to
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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 " depending upon the type of service to which you subscribe. 3 To
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    your 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 is entered. 6 Press to complete the setting or return the handset to the base. The handset returns to the standby mode. [ 14 ] When the area
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    " to turn on Auto Talk feature if desired. BASICS To answer Pick up the handset (AutoTalk) a call or pick up the handset and press . Press any key (Any Key Answer). To make a call 1)Pick up the handset. 2)Press . 3)Listen for the dial tone. 4) Dial the number. OR 1)Press . 2)Listen for the
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    and speak clearly. From the base (Receiving Calls only) 1 The phone rings. The status LED on the base flashes. 2 Press and begin . 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,
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    volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended. BASICS When you press • in Maximum mode or ª in Low mode, an error tone sounds. Ringer off During the standby mode or tone/volume setting, press and hold ª until the phone
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    . • Refer to terminology explanation on page 16, if necessary. Redialing a 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 dialed appears on the display. 2 Press again. Each press of will
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    number dialed will be displayed and redialed. 3 To hang up, press or place the handset on the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Tone Dialing Switch-over Some telephone companies use equipment that require pulse dialing (sometimes referred to as rotary dialing). If you
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    to move your 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's channel for clear
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    Uniden TRU548 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base, and on outside lines. When speaking on the base 1 Press on the base to join the 3-way conversation. 2 To hang up, press on the base. The handset through your local telephone company to receive Call Waiting Service. • You must
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    you wish to store. Otherwise, an error tone sounds. Storing Phone Numbers and Names Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your TRU548 stores up to 20 names/numbers in the handset. With the Handset 1 Press and hold is displayed. until "Memory Store" Memory
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    phone number cannot exceed 20 digits. • Use to enter pause in the dialing sequence. The display shows a "P". Each pause counts as one digit and represents a two second delay of time between the digits. • Use to delete digits as needed. 7 Press . The handset Memory Store 07 UNIDEN CORP 08 •
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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 • , ª 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 23. M E M O R Y D I A L I N G [ 25
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    are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. Making Calls with Memory Dialing Memory dialing from Standby Mode 1 Press . The handset displays your programmed memory locations. 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE 03 MOM AND DAD 2 Press • and ª or
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    not dial. MEMORY DIALING 4 To hang up, press . Chain Dialing The 20 memory locations on the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You may want to store in memory a group of numbers (up to 20 digits) that you need to enter once your call connects. This
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    a name has not been stored, the cursor appears at the beginning of the second line. Store Name UNIDEN CORP 5 Use the number keypad, , , or (See page 22). To edit only the phone number, skip this step. to edit the name 6 Press . The following screen appears. The cursor flashes indicating
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    cannot exceed 20 digits (See page 23). 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. For example, if you store a name and number into memory location number 01, the
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    Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number 1 Press and hold is displayed. until "Memory Store" Memory Store 01 UNIDEN CORP 02 JOHN DOE 2 Press • and ª or enter a two-digit number (01 - 20) to select the memory location you would like to erase. 3 Press . Edit
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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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    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 stored. • Each message can be up to 15 characters for the phone . New :01 Total:02 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 800-297-1023 3 Press ª to see the next message. Or
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    TRU548 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 the telephone returns to standby. • If you get an incoming call or page, the deleting operation is canceled and the telephone
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    can place a call from the Caller ID list. The TRU548 stores up to 50 messages. 1 Press . Select the phone number that you want to dial by pressing • or ª . 2 Press . The displayed phone number dials automatically. 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 800-297-1023 Talk 8002971023 Long Distance calls and
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    phone number to be stored from the Caller ID list by pressing • or ª . 2 Press . 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 800-297-1023 Select Location 01 UNIDEN message if no phone number appears in the message. • If there is an incoming call or page, memory storage is canceled and the telephone is set to
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    a list of ways to handle the new call. Call Waiting Features Your TRU548 gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button features. Not all features are available in all areas. Check with your local telephone company for details. 1 When you receive a call waiting call, press for
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    TRU548 has a built-in answering system that answers and records incoming calls. You can also use your answering system to record a conversation, leave a voice memo message for others who use the phone please read through all of the instructions carefully. T H E I N T E G R
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    or to quickly scroll through numbers on the display. The clock on TRU548 answering system starts when power is supplied to the base. Follow these . 4 Press or repeatedly until you hear the correct minute setting. the phone returns to standby. Numbers through display on the base as each minute is
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    /PM setting. 6 Press again to end the time/day setting. The TRU548 announces the day and time that you have set. Setting your greeting When , press or . A tone sounds and your message plays back on the phone. M Choosing between the two outgoing messages 1) Press to play the outgoing message
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    Selecting the message record time You can set your answering system to record messages up to one or four minutes long. One minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 1. Four minute option: move the REC TIME switch to 4. M Announce only feature: The announce only feature plays an outgoing message,
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    has started, you can stop it when you pick up the call at the handset or base. In the TS (Toll Saver) position, the answering system picks up after the second ring to avoid billing charges. If you answer at another phone extension and the greeting has started, you cannot stop the message. Wait
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    the display is blinking, then there are new messages waiting for you. The TRU548 is designed to play your new messages first. After you play your new new messages, you can play your old messages. Press and follow the instructions above. Repeating a message 1 Press to review your message. The
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    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. 3 Press at any time to stop reviewing your messages and return to standby. Deleting a message M Deleting an individual message 1 Press to review your
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    memo, press . Recording a conversation You can record up to 10 minutes of conversation while you are making your call from the handset. 1 During the conversation from the handset, press and hold on the base. The unit begins recording and the LED blinks. Both parties can hear tones every 15
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    function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete messages, to record a new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the room. 1 Call your telephone number. 2 While the greeting message is played, press # and your PIN code within 2 seconds. If the answering system is off, let it ring 10
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    hangs up. Remote room monitor You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and monitor sounds in the room where your base is installed. 1 Call your telephone number. 2 While the greeting message is playing, press # and your PIN code. 3 The answering system begins announcing
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    charge your handset, the security code is automatically set (See page 4). In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using handset on the base for more than 3 seconds. A random, new security code is set. If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery
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    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, insert headset plug
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    with the telephone. RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the battery pack. Please take your used nickelcadmium battery packs to a store that recycles nickel-cadmium batteries. Caution • Use the specified battery pack. • Do not remove the battery from the handset to
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    sure that Ringer Volume is not set to Ringer Off. • 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 is current. • Charge the handset. • Make sure that "CIDCW" is not set to "Off
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    access remote call-in features from another touchtone phone. Severe noise interference. If you still have a problem. Suggestion • Make sure the base unit is it cannot, you may have to use another phone to access your message. • Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control
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    by placing the handset on the base for 15-20hours. When the operating time becomes short, even after the battery is recharged, please replace the battery. With normal usage, the battery should last about one year. Replacement batteries may be purchased at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting
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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 or distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference Cordless Telephone Privacy Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset and base of your cordless telephone
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    having trouble with your telephone service, you must first disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the problem. If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it battery, read and follow these instructions
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    . 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
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    device Features 37 Setting up 38 Using 42 B Base ringer switch 17 Base speaker volume 17 Battery pack Preparing and charging . . . . 7 Replacement and handling. . 49 C Caller ID Caller ID service 31 Calling 34 Call Waiting 36 Deleting 33 Features 13 Setting 13 Storing 35 Using 34
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    Memo [ 58 ]
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    Memo [ 59 ]
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    Memo [ 60 ]
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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 UCZZ01758ZZ
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