Uniden DCT 748 owner manual Precautions

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Precautions!

Before you read anything else, please observe the following:

Warning!

Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.

Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning

This equipment contains a rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery.

Nickel is a chemical known to state of California to cause cancer.

The rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery contained in this equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire.

Do not short-circuit the battery.

Do not charge the rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery used in this equipment in any charger other than the one designed to charge this battery as specified in the owner's manual. Using another charger may damage the battery or cause the battery to explode.

Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride

Batteries Must Be Recycled or

Disposed of Properly

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories.

Warning!

The cords on this product and/or accessories contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Important Safety Instructions

When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons:

1.Read and understand all instructions.

2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3.Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a dry cloth for cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners.

4.Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

5.Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.

6.Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect the product from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7.This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

8.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking on it.

9.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or electrical shock.

10.Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

11.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to qualified service personnel when service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A.When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.

B.If liquid has been spilled into the product.

C.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

D.If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. (Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive repair work by a qualified technician.)

E.If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F.If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Additional Battery Safety Precautions

Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions:

1.Use only the Uniden battery pack specified in the owner's manual.

2.Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check the Nickel Metal Hydride battery disposal package insert for disposal instructions.

3.Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

4.Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5.Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the owners manual provided for this product.

6.Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.

7.Batteries must be disconnected and removed from the product before shipment to prevent accidental operation during transport. Any batteries transported with the product must be separately secured and cushioned with any exposed terminals covered to prevent their breakage, leakage, movement within the packaging, or short circuits. Failure to follow these recommendations for shipment may result in serious damage and/or personal injury during transport and may be against the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), International Civil Aviation Administration (ICAO), International Air Transport

Association (IATA), and/or the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Important Electrical Considerations

Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching. Lightning can pass through your household wiringand damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.

The FCC Wants You To Know

Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the owner's manual, could void your authority to operate this product. Your telephone complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules. You

must, upon request, provide the FCC registration number and the REN to your telephone company. Both numbers are on the base unit.

Note: You must not connect your phone to:

coin-operated systems

most electronic key telephone systems

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Privacy of communications, may not be ensured when using this phone.

Range

Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications set forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors limit range, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against other range claims.

Telephone Line Problems

The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone

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Contents Series Owners Manual Contents Welcome Features Terminology Controls & Functions SelectVolume Example of the standby mode display Display and IconsSetting up the Phone Do the following stepsInstall the rechargeable battery pack into the handset Connect the base unit and charge the handset Mount the Base Unit on a Wall Standard wall plate mountingDirect wall mounting Backward / Forward Compatibility Expanding Your PhoneFour Handset Expandability Connect the expansion handsets charger For the DCX640 expansion handset DCT7 series Register the HandsetFor the DCX700 expansion handset Compatible modelChanging the Digital Security Code Installing the BeltclipOptional Headset Installation To attach the beltclipDefault Settings Main Menu OptionsSetting Menu Options Using the interfaceHandset Setup Selecting a Ringer ToneKUVKPEVKXG4KPI Distinctive Ringer SetupSetting AutoTalk  1P  1HH #PMG#PUYGT Setting Anykey AnswerSetting the True Banner  $CPPGT .CPIWCIG Pinkuj Setting the Key Touch ToneSelecting a Language 1HH=㨬㨲㨱㨭5.%6? Global SetupSetting Day and Time  %+&%9  %91P%9&1P  %91P%9&1HH Setting Caller ID on Call Waiting CidcwSetting the Area Code 6QPG Setting the Dial Mode&KCN/QFG 2WNUGDe-register the Handset System ResetReplacing the Base Setting 4GRNCEG$CUGMaking a call From the handset Using Your PhoneMaking and Receiving Calls From the Handset SpeakerphoneHanging Up Switching to the Handset Speakerphone During a CallReceiving a call QNFVQVTCPUHGT Call WaitingPlacing a Call on Hold  *CPFUGV  *CPFUGVRedialing a Call Redialing from Standby ModeRedialing from Talk Mode Deleting a Redial RecordAdjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker Volume Ringer volumeMute Microphone Audio TonesTone Dialing Switch-over Traveling Out of Range6CNM$  $QQUV1P  Privacy ModeClarity Booster Conferencing Find HandsetSetting up the Phonebook 5VQTGFKV0COGIf you make a mistake while entering a name O N E B O O K 3KUVKPEVKXG4KPI  0Q5GNGEVP  Nkemgt 5VQTGFKV0Q㨫  5RGGF&KCN 0Q5GNGEVP 52&ORVQxkgu Storing a Redial RecordStoring Caller ID Messages in the Phonebook  $GGVJQXGP52&Viewing the Phonebook From Talk Mode Speed DialingWhen the phone is in standby mode, press 1PG/GOQT Copying Phonebook LocationsQR2JQPGDQQM #NN/GOQTZZZ Caller ID and Cidcw Caller ID on Call WaitingCPG5OKVJ Call Waiting Deluxe Features L L E R I D 40GY Viewing the Caller ID List%CNNGT+ 6QVCNGNGVG%CNNGT+ Deleting Information from the Caller ID ListDeleting all Caller ID name/numbers  GU  0QCalling a Party from the Caller ID List #Features Integrated Telephone Answering DeviceSetting the Ring Time Answering System SetupSetting a Security Code Turning the message alert tone off by pressing any key Setting the Record TimeSetting the Message Alert On or Off Setting the Language of your Answering System Setting the Call ScreenRecording a Personal Outgoing Message Setting Your Outgoing Message GreetingTurning the Answering System On/Off Announce only feature Selecting Your GreetingUsing Your Answering System Playing your messagesRepeating a message Skipping a messageDeleting a message From the base Recording a conversationScreening a call Remote access with the handset Remote OperationRemote Key Function Remote access away from home Voice MemoFunction 6QGPVGT KTGEV.KPMOQFG RTGUU=5.%6? Multi-Handset FeaturesUsing DirectLink Mode 6Q&KTGEV.KPM CJCPFUGV RTGUU=? DirectLink call *CPFUGV &KTGEV.KPM/QFG KTGEV.KPMAnswering an Intercom IntercomMaking an Intercom  *CPFUGV  *CPFUGV Call Transfer FeatureAnswering a Call Transfer Accepting the call transferKTGEV.KPM/QFG 4QQO/QPKVQT *CPFUGV5GVWR Using Room/Baby MonitorRoom/Baby Monitor Power Failure Battery replacement and handlingLow battery alert Cleaning the battery charging contactsAC Adapter Information Battery InformationGeneral Information Troubleshooting Symptom SuggestionTroubleshooting Liquid Damage Case ActionPrecautions Installation Considerations Terminal Equipment Index Memory List Memo Memo Remote access away from home Remote Operation CardTask Please do not Return this Product to the Place of Purchase Register Online Today