Uniden DXAI5688 User Manual

9Installing the Base Unit and Charging Cradles1) Connect each AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to each standard 120V AC wall outlet.Note: • Use o

103) Make sure that the charge/in use LED and LED illuminate. If the LED does not illuminate, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in and th

11Mounting the Base Unit on a WallStandard wall plate mountingThis phone can be mounted on any standard wall plate.1) Plug the AC adapter to the DC I

12• Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the base and handset.• Use #10 screws (minimum length of 1-3/8 inches) with anc

13Register Handsets to the Main Base before Using!Each handset will need to be registered to the main base unit before use. Whichever handset you choo

14When to Re-register HandsetsIn some cases, it may be necessary to re-register your handsets. To re-register your handsets, please follow registratio

15Basic SetupThere are ve basic options that you will need to set up: AutoTalk, CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting), Area Code, Dial Mode and Language.

16Activating Caller ID on Call Waiting (HS1 only)Caller ID allows you to see the name and number of the calling party before you answer the phone. Cal

172) Press [ ] to move the pointer to select AREA CODE.3) Press [select/channel]. If an area code was already stored, the phone will display it.4)

182) Press [ ] to move the pointer to select DIAL.3) Press [select/channel] to set the phone to pulse dialing.4) Press [end] and return the handset

1Welcome/Accessibility ...2Terminology/Manual Conventions ...3Product Overv

19Using the Speed Dial MemoryYour cordless phone allows you to store up to ten names and numbers in each handset. You can dial these numbers with just

204) Enter a name according to the instructions below, then press [select/channel]. If no name is required, go to step 5.• The name can be up to thir

21 If you make a mistake while entering a name Use [ /tone/ ] or [#/ ] to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press [delete/transfer] to er

22Storing Caller ID in Speed Dial MemoryCaller ID names and numbers shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in speed dial memory. To store a caller

23Using Your PhoneMaking and Receiving CallsHandset on the cradle Handset off the cradleMaking a call1) Pick up the handset from the cradle.2) Press

242) Enter the number ( [0] – [9] ), or press [ ] or [ ] to select the speed dial number you would like to dial.3) Press [talk/ash]. CONNECTING cha

25Transferring a CallYour cordless phone allows you to transfer outside calls from one handset to another. Only one handset at a time can talk with an

26Redialing the Last Dialed Number1) Pick up the handset from the cradle.2) Press [talk/ash].3) Listen for the dial tone.4) Press [redial/pause].

27Using Call WaitingIf you subscribe to Call Waiting through your local telephone company, you can receive calls while on the line. To answer a call w

28Find HandsetTo locate a lost handset, press [nd hs] on the base. All registered handsets will beep for 60 seconds. The beeping will stop when any h

2WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the Uniden multi-handset cordless telephone. This cordless phone is designed for reliability, long life, a

29Caller ID and CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting)You must subscribe to Caller ID services through your local telephone provider to use these features.

30Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW)If you subscribe to CIDCW offered by your telephone company, you will hear a Call Waiting tone while you are on a c

31Deleting Information from the Caller ID ListIf the phone receives more Caller ID messages than it can store, the oldest one in the list is automatic

32The Integrated Answering MachineThe cordless phone has a built-in answering machine that answers and records incoming calls. You can also use your a

33Setting Up Your Answering MachineAnswering Machine SettingTo set the following six functions you must enter the menu mode.• With the phone in stand

34Setting the TimeThe clock on the cordless phone’s answering machine starts when power is supplied to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock t

35You hear a conrmation tone followed by the announcement "Time," and the day and time are then announced for your review. After a few seco

36Setting the Ring TimeThe ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before your answering machine plays the outgoing m

372) Press [volume/select/ ] or [volume/select/ ] until the desired time appears.3) Press [set] to select the new recording time. You hear a conrma

38Selecting the LanguageThe answering machine voice announcements can be heard in English, French or Spanish. To choose the language of the answering

3TerminologyBase The main part of the phone that connects to your phone line and lets you make and receive calls.Charger A cradle that charges the han

39Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [greeting]. You will hear the announcement "Recor

40Setting the Base Ringer VolumeThe base has three ringer volume settings: high, low, and off. You can change the ringer volume while in standby or wh

41Using Your Answering MachineTurning the Answering Machine On/OffTo turn the answering machine on:1) With the phone in standby, press [ ] (answer on

42Reviewing MessagesThe message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display ashes, new messages waiting for you. The as

43Recording a ConversationYou can record up to ten minutes of conversation while you are using your phone. Any conversation that lasts less than two s

44Voice MemoThe voice memo function allows you to record messages as short as two seconds and as long as four minutes.1) With the phone in standby, p

454) You may continue to listen to the voice prompts, or you may select a command from the following chart:Command Function Command Function[0] then

46Turn on the Answering Machine RemotelyIf you have forgotten to turn on your answering machine, you can turn it on remotely from any touch-tone telep

47Changing the Digital Security CodeTo protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the

48MaintenanceSpecicationsThe phone complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68.Operating temperature -10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F)AC AdapterFor the base For

4Product OverviewMain Phone Features• 5.8 GHz Extended Range Technology• Multi-Handset System (Extra Handset(s) & Charger(s) Included)• Call Trans

49Talk and Standby TimesWith average use, your handset battery provides approximately six hours of talk time and approximately ten days of standby tim

50Battery replacement and handlingRecharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to either cradle after each phone call. When the ope

51TroubleshootingTraveling Out-of-RangeDuring a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise increases. If you pass the

52Symptom SuggestionCan’t make or receive calls.• Re-register all handsets (see page 13).• Check both ends of telephone line cord.• Make sure the AC a

53Symptom SuggestionThe Caller ID does not display.• The call was answered before the second ring.• The call was placed through a switchboard.• Charge

54Symptom SuggestionMessages are incomplete.• The incoming messages may be too long. Remind callers to leave a brief message.• The memory may be full.

55Liquid DamageMoisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone.• If the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior pla

56Precautions!Before you read anything else, please note the following:Warning!Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproo

57Important Safety InstructionsWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, elec

58If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service ma

5Controls and FunctionsHandsets1. Handset antenna2. Belt clip hole 3. Jack for optional headset 4. Handset ringer speaker5. Handset battery compa

59the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from anoth

60One Year Limited WarrantyImportant: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uni

61IndexAAC adapter information... 48Answering machineDeleting a message ... 42Playing a message ... 42

62Memo

63Memo

REMOTE OPERATION CARDC U TRemote access away from home1. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone.2. During the outgoing message, press

C U T C U TC U T C U T Task KeyRepeat a Message 0 1Play Incoming Messages 0 2Skip a Message 0 3Delete a Message 0

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6Main Base UnitExtra Charging Cradle42404120. Base antenna21. Base charging contacts22. Base speaker23. Message counter LED24. [ ] (answer on/off) key

7Installing the PhoneChoosing the Best LocationBefore choosing a location for your new phone, here are some important guidelines you should consider:•

8Installing the Rechargeable Battery Packs into the HandsetsEach handset is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. Once installed, the battery charge