Uniden DCT5285 manual Remote access with the handset

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Command

Function

0 then 1

Repeat a Message*

0 then 2

Playing incoming Messages

0 then 3

Skipping a Message

0 then 4

Deleting a Message

0 then 5

Stop Operation

Command

Function

0 then 6

Answering System On

0 then 7

Memo Record/Stop **

0 then 8

Greeting Message Record/Stop **

0 then 9

Answer System Off

1 then 0

Help Guidance

*For Repeat a Message function, press 0 then 1 within about four seconds to repeat the previous message, or press 0 then 1 after about four seconds to repeat the current message.

**For Memo Record and Greeting Message Record function, the first time you enter the corresponding command, it starts the Recording function. If you want to stop the recording, press 0 then 7 or 8.

5)After the command has finished, you hear intermittent beeps indicating that the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another command at this time from the chart above.

6)When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering system automatically returns to standby.

Remote access with the handset

You can check your new incoming messages, skip, repeat, or delete your incoming messages with the handset. For example, you can install the answering system in the living room, and check your incoming message from a bedroom with the handset.

You can also use speakerphone on the handset for remote operation (see “Making and receiving calls” on page 31).

If you press end before the answering system answers, the phone will return to standby.

When the answering system does not answer within 6 seconds, you hear a beep and the phone will return to standby.

• The base’s keypad is disabled during remote operation.

When you receive a call, the remote operation is canceled.

You can change the handset volume during a remote operation.

During the remote operation “ ” appears on the base.

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Contents Page Page W. u n i d e n . c o m Contents Welcome Features E L C O M E / F E AT U R E S R E N C E G U I D E Controls and Functions DCT5285-2 only Display and Icons Icon Status DescriptionAbout Soft Key Function TerminologyN 1 N d s e t L k 3 4 8 913 to Read this First18 to Checking the Package Contents Choose the best location Setting up the PhoneDo the following steps Install the AA batteries into the handset Battery use time per chargeLow battery alert W B a t t e r yCleaning the battery charging contacts Connect the base unitCharging contacts with a dry cloth before Returning the handset to the base to chargeChoose the dialing mode Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Standard wall plate mountingDirect wall plate mounting From the standby mode DCT5285 Flow ChartDirectLink soft key From the Talk mode DirectLink Mode Handset SetupAbout the Menu Summary of the Main Menu and SubmenuAnswering Setup AutoTalkGlobal Setup System ResetEntering the Menu Setting up the MenuN 1 DirectLink Mode Handset SetupUsing the DirectLink Mode Setting a Ringer VolumeSetting the AutoTalk Distinctive Ringer SetupSelecting a Ringer Tone Setting the Anykey Answer Setting the BannerAdjusting the LCD Contrast Selecting a LanguageAnswering System Setup Setting a PIN CodeSetting the Ring Time Setting the Record TimeSetting the Message Alert On or Off Setting the Language of your Answering SystemSetting the Call Screen Setting the Answer ModeGlobal Setup Setting Day and TimeSetting Cidcw Setting the Area CodeSystem Reset Setting the Dial ModeReplacing the Base Setting De-register the HandsetMaking and Receiving Calls From the Handset From the BaseRedialing from Standby Mode Placing a Call on HoldRedialing a Call L d , t o t r a n s f e r N d s e tRedialing from Talk Mode Ringer Mute temporarilyRedialing from the Base Deleting a Redial RecordTone Dialing Switch-over Mute MicrophoneL k L u m e + With the handsetWhen speaking on the handset Traveling Out-of-RangeClarity Booster Way ConferencingIntercom/Call Transfer Feature When speaking on the baseFlash and Call Waiting New Message LEDPhonebook Presstalk/flash or speakerO r e / E d i t N a m e M o v i e s O r e / E d i t N o 0 7 3 0 3 4 5S t i n c t i v e R i n g N o S e l e c t n I c k e r E e d D i a l S e l e c t n D 1 E m p t ySteps for Entering Names and Special Characters If you make a mistake while entering a name Viewing the Phonebook O n e b o o kA r c h O r e S T O R E A r c hMaking Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby ModeFrom Talk Mode Speed DialingO n e b o o k A r c h a Z O r e S T O R E Editing the Stored DataChain Dialing Memory Dialing base onlyStoring Phone Numbers Making Calls with Memory DialingYou must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature Caller IDN e I t h DateViewing the Caller ID List Deleting a Caller ID message Deleting Information from the Caller ID ListDeleting all Caller ID names/numbers Using the Caller ID Message List Long Distance calls and Area Code Setting/CancellationCalling a party from the Caller ID list Storing Caller ID messages in the PhonebookCall Waiting Deluxe Features Features Integrated Answering DeviceSetting up your Answering System Setting your outgoing message GreetingTurning the Answering System On/Off Pre-recorded messageChoosing between the two outgoing messages Setting the base ringer volumeDeleting an outgoing message Adjusting the speaker volume level Using the menu modeSetting the Time Setting a PIN codeSetting the ring time Selecting the message record timeSetting the message alert Announce only featureTurning the message alert tone Off by pressing any key Selecting the language Setting the call screenScreening a call Playing your messages Using your Answering SystemRepeating a message Skipping a message Deleting a messageVoice memo Recording a conversationFrom the handset From the baseRemote access away from home Remote OperationRemote access with the handset Playing incoming messages Connecting the Charger Expanding Your PhoneTo enter the DirectLink mode e See Using the DirectLink ModeRegister the Handset DirectLink call N 1 2 0 0 a N d s e t R e c t L i n k D eD i r e c t L i n k p r e s s 1 R e c t L i n k O m H a n d s e t #From handset to handset or to the base IntercomFrom the base to a handset Replacing the Base Call Transfer FeatureL d , t o A n s f e r Installing the Beltclip Headset InstallationChanging the Digital Security Code To attach the beltclipBattery replacement and handling MaintenancePower Failure General Information Supplied Battery InformationAC Adapter Information Troubleshooting Symptom SuggestionMake sure the base unit is plugged Liquid Damage Case ActionHandset BaseE C a U T I O N S & WA R R a N T Y R E C a U T I O N S & WA R R a N T Y Terminal Equipment Radio Equipment Index Answering systemRemote access away from home Remote Operation CardTask At Uniden, we’ll take care of you Please do not Return this Product to the Place of Purchase

DCT5285 specifications

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The DCT5285 is equipped with a large, easy-to-read LCD display that provides essential information at a glance. Users can navigate through the phone's various functions with ease, including features like caller ID, call waiting, and call history. The visibility of the display is further enhanced by its backlit feature, allowing the phone to be used comfortably in low-light conditions.

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Another key characteristic of the Uniden DCT5285 is its built-in answering machine. This feature allows users to manage their calls seamlessly, providing the ability to record messages and play them back at their convenience. The answering machine can also be accessed remotely, enabling users to check messages when they are away from home.

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