Uniden DCT7488 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.

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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.

To insure the safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy various products may produce depending on their intended usage. This product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC's exposure criteria. For body worn operation, the FCC RF exposure guidelines were also met when used with the Uniden accessories supplied or designed for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.

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,

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Contents Series Owners Manual Contents Welcome Features E R M I N O L O G Y Terminology AccessibilitySelect Controls & FunctionsPlay/stop P Display and Icons Example of the standby mode displayPrivacy icon appears when the Privacy Mode is turned on Soft Key Function Base only Standby modeBase Do the following steps Setting up the PhoneConnect the base unit Install the rechargeable battery pack into the handset Connect the charger Standard wall plate mounting Mount the Base Unit on a WallDirect wall mounting Backward / Forward Compatibility Expanding Your PhoneRegister the Handset Optional Headset Installation Installing the BeltclipChanging the Digital Security Code To attach the beltclipMain Menu Options Default SettingsUsing the interface Setting Menu OptionsSelecting a Ringer Tone Handset or Base Setup 4KPIGT6QPGU NKEMGT %NCVVGT Setting AutoTalk Handset only Distinctive Ringer SetupSetting the True Banner Handset only Setting Anykey Answer Handset only #PMG#PUYGT QO U2JQPG AaaaaaaaaaSelecting a Language Adjusting the LCD Contrast Base onlySetting the Key Touch Tone Global SetupSetting Day and Time 1HHSetting Caller ID on Call Waiting Cidcw Setting the Area Code 2WNUG Setting the Dial ModeReplacing the Base Setting System Reset Handset onlyDe-register the Handset Power Failure Operation Using Your PhoneMaking and Receiving Calls Making a call From the handsetFrom the base From the Handset SpeakerphoneHanging Up Switching to the Handset Speakerphone During a CallReceiving a call From the handset Placing a Call on Hold Call WaitingQNFVQVTCPUHGT Redialing from Talk Mode Redialing from Standby ModeRedialing a Call Deleting a Redial RecordRinger volume Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker VolumeEarpiece and Speaker Volume Do Not Disturb DND Muting the RingerTemporarily Muting the Ringer Audio TonesMute Microphone Tone Dialing Switch-overClarity Booster Handset only Traveling Out of RangeConferencing Privacy ModeJoining a Conference Call Press talk/flash or Find Handset5VQTGFKV0COG Setting up the PhonebookO N E B O O K 4 If you make a mistake while entering a nameKUVKPEVKXG4KPI  0Q5GNGEVP  Nkemgt 5VQTGFKV0QQxkgu Storing a Redial RecordStoring Caller ID Messages in the Phonebook Viewing the Phonebook Making Calls Using the Phonebook Speed Dialing To delete the entry Copying Phonebook Locations#NN/GOQTZZZ CPG5OKVJ Caller ID and Cidcw Caller ID on Call WaitingCall Waiting Deluxe Features Viewing the Caller ID List Volume down to scroll through the messagesDeleting Information from the Caller ID List Press /volume up/down to select YesGNGVG#NN Deleting all Caller ID name/numbersCalling a Party from the Caller ID List Integrated Telephone Answering Device FeaturesRecord a Personal Outgoing Message Base Only Answering System SetupSelecting Your Greeting Base only Setting the Ring Time Setting a Security CodeSetting the Message Alert On or Off Setting the Record TimeSetting the Call Screen Setting the Language of your Answering SystemTurning the Message Alert tone off by pressing any key Turning the Answering System On/Off Handset only Announce only feature Setting Your Outgoing Message GreetingTurning the Answering System On/Off New Message LED Using Your Answering SystemPlaying your messages Skipping a message Repeating a messagePress the soft key at anytime to skip to the next message Deleting a messageRecording a conversation Voice memoScreening a call If you press select Remote OperationRemote access with the handset Remote Key Function Remote access away from homeFunction Using DirectLink Mode Multi-Handset Features *CPFUGV &KTGEV.KPM/QFG DirectLink call6Q&KTGEV.KPM CJCPFUGV RTGUU=? KTGEV.KPMMaking an Intercom IntercomAnswering an Intercom From a handsetPress talk/flash, or hold/transfer/intcom Call Transfer FeatureAccepting the call transfer Answering a Call TransferTo answer a page from a handset To answer a page from the baseRoom/Baby Monitor Using Room/Baby MonitorBattery replacement and handling Power FailureCleaning the battery charging contacts Low battery alertGeneral Information Battery InformationAC Adapter Information Symptom Suggestion TroubleshootingTroubleshooting W . u n i d e n . c o m Case Action Liquid DamagePrecautions Installation Considerations Terminal Equipment Memory List Memo Memo Memo Index Remote Operation Card Remote access away from homeTask Help for our Special Needs Customers At Uniden, well take care of youRegister Online Today