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    Cordless Telephone EXAI 7980 Owner's Manual Thank you for your purchase of the Uniden EXAI 7980 cordless telephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before using your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After reading the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to it when
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    Introduction Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXAI 7980 cordless telephone. This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance. Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. Features • 900
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    up the base unit 6 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack 9 Step 4: Setting Caller ID options 11 phone number 23 Erasing a stored name and/or phone number 25 Caller ID Features Caller ID service 26 When the telephone Troubleshooting 51 Specifications 53 Index...54 Getting Started Basics Telephone
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    the phone. Step 4 (page 11 to 12) Finally, set Caller ID options and store your area code in the memory to use the Caller ID service. Note: Skip the setting of area code if your calling area requires 10 digits dialing. Handset Handset About the digital security code This cordless telephone uses
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    • Base unit • Handset • AC adapter (AD-420) • Rechargeable battery pack (BT-905) • Telephone line cord • This Owner's Manual • Precautions and Important Safety Instructions • Registration Card • Wall mount adapter • Beltclip Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00
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    location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure. Here are other cordless telephone • You should charge your handset for 15-20 hours before using the phone. • The location should be close to both a phone jack
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    2 To AC outlet To DC IN 9V AC adapter 1 (supplied) To telephone outlet Telephone line cord (supplied) To TEL LINE 1 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. Note Until the handset battery is fully charged, you can only answer incoming calls at the base
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    • Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily. Tips • If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone company for assistance. Polarity of the plug Modular Choose the dialing mode PULSE TONE Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE
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    hours before connecting the phone line. 1 Press and slide the battery compart- ment cover toward the bottom of the unit. Black Red 2 Connect the battery pack connector with the correct polarity (black and red wires), then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. 3 Securely close the
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    phone eliminates functions to save power. If the phone is not in use, Low Battery "Low Battery" flashes and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, "Low Battery return the handset to the base unit after a telephone call for charging the battery. • The built-in memory backup can hold
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    Step 4 Setting Caller ID options There are three Caller ID options, Auto Talk, CIDCW (Caller ID with Call Waiting), and Area Code. 1 In the standby mode, hold down call id for 2 seconds until the Caller ID setting appears. 1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area Code: 2 Press • up or dn ª to move
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    must distinguish local or long distance calls to properly dial calls from the Caller ID message list. (See page 31.) 1 When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold call id for 2 seconds until the Caller ID setting screen appears. 1 Auto Talk:Off 2 CIDCW :On 3 Area
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    0:00 8178583300 4 Press talk or place the handset on the base to end the telephone call. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. 5:15 Other Operations To dialing is cancelled and the telephone returns to the standby mode. • The phone number can be edited before pressing talk . 13
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    4 Press talk or place the handset in the base to end the telephone call. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. The phone returns to standby. 10:03 • Returning the handset to the base also ends the phone call and set the handset returns to the standby mode (i.e., Auto Standby
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    on the display. 2 Press talk . "Talk" appears flashing on the display. 4 Then the phone number is dialed. After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears. 5 Press talk or place the handset on the base to end the telephone call. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Note If the
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    is beeping. Call Waiting Caller ID reception - Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your local phone company to use this feature. When a call is received during a telephone call already in progress, the handset enters call waiting mode and Caller ID data displays. Press
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    ª • up Ring Type A Low dn ª • up Ring Type B High dn ª • up Ring Type B Low dn ª • up Handset ear speaker volume Pressing • up or dn ª during a telephone call will change the ear speaker volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the
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    Receiving calls (continued) Receiving a call from the base 1 The base rings. The status LED on the base flashes. 2 Press speaker and speak. 3 When you finish the call, press speaker to hang up. Base ringer switch To turn off the ringer, set the ringer switch to off position. This switch turns the
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    Memory storing You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the dial memory. Storing phone numbers and names */tone/0 select #/ 1 delete redial/p 1 Press and hold mem for 2 screen, you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. If you return the handset in the cradle the
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    that the display is ready for the number to be entered. Store Number 6 Use the keypad, */tone/0 , #/ 1 , or redial/p keys to enter the phone number. The phone number can be up to 16 digits. • Use the redial/p key to enter pause in the dialing sequence. The display shows a "P". Store Number
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    with memory dialing [On-hook dialing] 1 Press mem . The handset displays your programmed memory locations. 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JOHN DOE 3 MOM AND DAD 2 Press the • up and dn ª keys to select the are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby. 21
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    between the names and the numbers display. Program name Program number Program name 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JOHN DOE 3 MOM AND DAD 1 1 8178583300 2 5452930 3 8175551212 1 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JOHN DOE 3 MOM AND DAD 1 1 Note When the stored phone number has 15 or more digits, the first 14 digits of the
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    Memory editing Editing a stored name and/or phone number */tone/0 #/ 1 delete redial/p 1 Press and hold mem for 2 seconds. The display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. Memory Store 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JOHN DOE 2 Press the • up or dn ª keys or number keypad to select the memory
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    , or delete key to edit the phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 16 digits. (See page 20.) When the phone number will not be edited, skip this displayed. 9 Press mem to exit edit mode. Memory 1 Stored Memory Store 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JOHN DOE Display a Programmed Number Use the #/ 1 and */tone
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    Memory erasing Erasing a stored name and/or phone number 1 Press and hold mem for 2 seconds. The display shows the memory screen and any saved name/number. Memory Store 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 JOHN DOE 2 Press the • up or dn ª keys or number keypad to select the memory location you would like to edit.
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    to standby. Memory Store 1 UNIDEN CORP 2 MOM AND DAD Caller ID Caller ID service You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your telephone company 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
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    817-858-3300 When an unknown number is received 5/11 12:30PM 01 UNIDEN CORP Unknown Number When an unknown name is received 5/11 12:30PM 01 • When the call is received via a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID service, the caller's phone number and name do not appear. (This
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    unanswered calls. Note If a call comes in via a telephone system that does not offer Caller ID service, no information is stored. 1 Press call id . beginning of the phone number when a long distance call is set. Pressing 1 will cancel the long distance call setting. 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 1-817
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    EXAI 7980 stores up to 30 Caller ID messages. If more new calls are received, messages stored in the list are deleted beginning with the oldest message in the list. Data can also be deleted manually sounds and the telephone returns to standby. • If you get an incoming call, the deleting
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    Total:02 Notes • While using the "Delete All ?" screen, if no key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to standby. • If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is cancelled and the
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    place a call from the Caller ID list. The EXAI 7980 stores up to 30 messages. 1 Press call id . 2 Press • up or dn ª to select the phone number that you want to dial. (See page 38.) 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 3 Press select . UNIDEN CORP 8178583300 4 Press talk . Talk 8178583300 The
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    memory, and the display returns to the Caller ID list. 5/17 12:30PM 03 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 Notes • If a message has already been stored in the if no phone number appears in the message. • If no key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to the
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    appears. (The name of the new caller is displayed, depending upon the telephone service.) 1 When a new incoming call arrives during your current telephone call, the phone number and the name of the caller is displayed. Talk 10:30 UNIDEN CORP 817-858-3300 2 Press flash . You will be able to talk
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    Using the answering machine Setting the clock The answering machine's clock starts when the AC adapter cord is plugged in. 1 Press clock until you hear the long beep. 2 First set the day by pressing repeat or skip . When the number appears on the LED display, press clock . The unit announces the
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    , press greeting or play/stop . The greeting you just recorded will automatically be played back. The base microphone is located under the phone. Position yourself approximately 10 inches away from the base and speaker 10" clearly. Changing the greeting You can change from the pre-recorded
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    Using the answering machine (continued) Turning the answering machine on and off 1 Press answer to change the status from on to off. The LED display indicates the change. 2 When the unit is turned on, it initializes by playing the greeting. If you want to stop playing, press play/stop . Setting the
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    Using the answering machine (continued) Setting the toll saver switch The ring time/tool saver switch sets your answering system to answer after two or four rings. In the TS (toll saver) position, if you have new messages, the answering system answers after two rings. If there are no new messages,
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    Using the answering machine (continued) Playing recorded messages You can listen to message at the base unit. volume ª volume • delete 1 The number on the display blinks to indicate that there are new messages received. 2 Press play/stop to hear the messages. They will be played in the order
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    Using the answering machine (continued) Deleting recorded messages To delete individual messages, press delete during playback, immediately after, or before the next message begins. You will hear a confirmation tone when the deletion is completed. To delete all messages, first, make sure all new
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    will light to indicate that a message has been received. 1 Press and hold voice memo for approximately 1 second. 2 After a long beep, turn to the micro- phone and begin speaking. Be sure to keep within 10 inches off the microphone while recording. 3 When you have finished the memo, press voice memo
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    machine (continued) Recording a phone conversation (2-way REC) You can record a telephone conversation that is already in be at least 10 seconds long, or it will be automatically deleted. • The telephone beeps intermittently to alert the parties that the conversation is being recorded. • You
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    Using the answering machine (continued) Selecting a PIN code To play your messages from a remote location, you will need to enter a two-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) code (00-99). To select a PIN, perform the following steps: 1 On the base, press and hold pin . A beep sounds, and the
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    operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-phone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play room. 1 Call your telephone number. 2 During the greeting playback, press # followed by your PIN code. Refer to page 42 for instructions on how to select a
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    machine (continued) Remote room monitor You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and monitor sounds in the room where your base unit is installed. 1 Call your telephone number. 2 During the outgoing message playback, press # followed by your PIN code. 3 The answering system
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    Additional information 3-way conversation The Uniden EXAI 7980 permits 3-way conversations between the handset, base, and outside line. When speaking on the handset 1 Press speaker on the base to join the 3-way conversation. 2
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    . (See page 4.) In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code. new random security code is set. Note If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack removed, the digital security code will be lost.
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    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 120VAC wall outlet. Note Use only the Uniden AC adapter supplied with this phone. 6 Raise the antenna to
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    wall. • Try to mount your 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 and screwheads for mounting the phone. 2 Refer to steps 1 through 8 on page 47 to mount the telephone. 48
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    . 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. To use this feature, simply plug any standard 2.5mm headset plug into the headset jack. Your
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    will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone. RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. Ni-Cd Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the battery pack. Please take your used nickelcadmium battery packs to a store that recycles nickel-cadmium
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    (continued) Troubleshooting If your phone is not code (See page 43). • Make sure talk is pressed. • The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery on the base unit for 15-20 hours. • The handset may be . • Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current. 51
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    Additional information (continued) Symptom The answering system does not work. The answering syatem does not answer calls. Messages are incomplete. After a power failure, the greeting is deleted. No sound on the base unit speaker during call monitoring or message playback. Suggestion • Make sure
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    General The EXAI 7980 complies with FCC g) Handset RX frequency: TX frequency: Power requirements: Size (without antenna): Weight: Battery: 925.997 MHz to 927.948 MHz (40 channel) 902.102 MHz to THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any
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    switch 18 Base speaker volume 18 Battery pack Preparing and charging 9 Replacement and handling 50 C Caller ID service Calling from the Caller ID list Specifications 53 Storing phone numbers and names ....18 T Troubleshooting 51 U, V, W, X, Y, Z Using "Caller ID with Call Waiting" service 33
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    Uniden America Corporation 4700 Amon Carter Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76155 Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,511,761 4,523,058 4,595,795 4,797,916 5,426,690 Printed in Hong Kong UCZZ01211ZZ
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Cordless Telephone
EXAI 7980
Owner's Manual
Thank you for your purchase of the Uniden EXAI 7980 cordless
telephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before
using your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After read-
ing the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to it
when necessary.
©1999 Uniden America Corporation