Uniden DCT738 manual Using the Answering System Interface, Selecting the Language, Base operation

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Using the Answering System Interface

Base operation

When the phone is in standby, press [menu/clock] to scroll through the answering system setup menu options. Each menu option has voice prompt instructions; you can press the next key at any time during the instructions. After the last option, call screening, the system returns to standby if you press [menu/clock]. You can exit the system at any time by pressing []. If you receive a call or a handset makes a call while you are in the setup menus, the operation is cancelled.

 

Time

Security

Ring

Record

Message

Language

Call

Return to

Standby

code

time

time

alert

screening

standby

menu/clock

menu/clock

menu/clock

menu/clock

menu/clock

menu/clock

menu/clock

menu/clock

(tone sounds)

Handset operation

You can use your handset to operate your answering system from anywhere in your home. When the phone is in standby, press [select/] on the handset to access the answering system. REMOTE ANSWERING MACHINE OPERATION appears on the handset display, and the system announces the number of new and old messages. Keep the following things in mind when you use your handset to access your answering system:

You can enter a command at any time during announcements.

After the first announcement, you have 30 seconds to enter your first command before the system returns to standby.

If you receive a call, the remote operation is cancelled.

If another station makes a call, the remote operation is cancelled.

During the remote operation “ - -” appears on the base.

Selecting the Language

You can select the language (English, French, and Spanish) of your answering system announcements. The default system language is English.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Using Your Phone Using Caller ID and Call WaitingAdjusting the Ringer, Earpiece Speaker Volume Finding a Lost Handset Using Hold, Conference and TransferPrecautions Using the Answering SystemTroubleshooting Accessibility WelcomeTerminology Used in this Manual BaseProduct Overview Main Phone FeaturesAnswering System Features Parts of the Handset Xfer/intercom keyParts of the Answering System Base Use LED Flash key Find hs key findIcon Status Description Using the InterfaceReading the Display Using the Four-way Function Key Using the Handset MenusFour-way Volume Redial Function key a Number down Standby ScreenEntering Text from Your Handset Installing the Phone Choosing the Best LocationWall Mounting the Base AD-800 AC adapterInstalling the Battery Follow the steps below to install the handset batteryTesting the Connection Connecting the Base and Charging the HandsetConnecting to the Phone Line Changing the Dial Mode Basic Setup Setting the Day and TimeSetting the day and time, the phone will exit the menu Selecting a LanguageActivating Personal Ring Activating the Key Touch ToneDCX640 DCX700 DCX750 DCX730 Adding Accessory HandsetsCompatible Handsets Charging Accessory Handsets Registering Accessory HandsetsRegistering DCX640 or DCX700 Handsets Resetting HandsetsRegistering DCX730 or DCX750 Handsets Setting Up the Phonebook Creating Phonebook EntriesSpeed Dial No Selectn SPD1Empty Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook Finding a Phonebook EntryEditing an Existing Phonebook Entry Deleting all the phonebook entries at once Deleting Phonebook EntriesCopying Phonebook Entries to Another Handset . Press menu/clear Customizing Your PhoneChanging the Handset Banner Selecting a Ring Tone Handset Only MelodiesActivating AutoTalk Handset only Activating Any Key Answer Handset onlyUsing Your Phone Switching to the Handset Speakerphone During a Call Making a Call from the PhonebookChain dialing from the Phonebook Making a Call with Handset Speed DialMaking a Call from a Caller ID Record Using Caller ID and Call WaitingUsing the Caller ID List Deleting Caller ID Numbers Using Call WaitingUsing Call Waiting Deluxe Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker Volume Adjusting the Ringer VolumeAdjusting the Earpiece Volume Redialing a NumberAdjusting the Speaker Volume Adjusting the Audio ToneUsing the Clarity Boost Feature Finding a Lost HandsetConferencing Using Hold, Conference and TransferPlacing a Call on Hold Transferring a Call Answering a Transferred CallFrom the base From the handset Flash orUsing Special Features Do Not Disturb All CallsMuting the Ringer One Call Only Muting the MicrophonePrivacy Mode Seven-Digit DialingExiting DirectLink Communication Using the DirectLink Communication FeatureMaking a DirectLink Call Intercom Using the IntercomMaking an Intercom From the base From the handset Room/Baby Monitor Tone Dialing Switch Over Voice Prompts Setting Up the Answering SystemFeatures Using the Answering System Interface Selecting the LanguageBase operation Handset operationSetting the Number of Rings Press /select or /select untilSetting the Day & Time Select or Select untilSelect or Select until you Press select Select or Select until youRecording a Personal Greeting Selecting a GreetingSetting the Record Time or Announce Only Deleting Your Personal GreetingPress /select or /select to choose Activating the Message AlertActivating Call Screening Select or /select Using the Answering System Turning Your Answering System On and OffReviewing Messages Turning OnScreening Calls Recording a Conversation Turning Off the Message Alert Tone Operating the Answering System While You Are Away from HomeRecording a Voice Memo Page Maintenance SpecificationsPower Failures Battery LifeChange the Batteries Annually Low Battery AlertBattery Replacement and Handling Resetting the Handset TroubleshootingClean the Battery Contacts Resetting the Handset Without the Base Changing the Digital Security CodeTraveling Out of Range Common IssuesSymptom Suggestion Accessory Handsets on Liquid Damage Handset Base Precautions Important Safety InstructionsFCC Wants You To Know Radio Interference One Year Limited Warranty Important Evidence of original purchase is required forIndex Call waiting deluxePIN Memo Memo Memo Remote access Away from home Remote Operation CardTask At Uniden, we’ll take care of you