Uniden DCT5280 manual Install the AA batteries into the handset, Battery use time per charge

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B. Install the AA batteries into the handset

Charge the batteries for at least 17-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your base unit.

1) Press down on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off.

2) Install the batteries supplied with your phone, observing correct + - polarity.

3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place.

The DCT5280 series will only work with “AA” Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. If you use any other type of batteries, the display will show “Use rechargeable battery only”.

Battery use time (per charge)

Fully charged (17-20 hours charge time)

•Up to 7 hours continuous use

•Up to 14 days when the handset is in the standby mode

Low battery alert

When the batteries are very low and need to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power.

The batteries need to be charged when:		L o w B a t t e r y
- The battery icon	appears.

- “Low Battery” appears in the display.

If the phone is in the standby mode, none of the keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as quickly as possible, and return the handset to the cradle.

•Use only “AA” rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Do Not use Alkaline, Lithium, or non-rechargeable batteries. To insure maximum performance and safety, use replacement batteries specifically matched for this phone, contact www.uniden.com. Using incorrect batteries could damage or limit the performance and could cause bodily injury.

•Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the cradle after each phone call.

GETTING STARTED

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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 I C K R E F E R E N C E G U I D E Controls and Functions DCT5280-2 only Icon Status Description Display and IconsL k 3 4 8 9 About Soft Key FunctionTerminology N 1 N d s e tRead this First 13 to18 to Checking the Package Contents Setting up the Phone Choose the best locationDo the following steps W B a t t e r y Install the AA batteries into the handsetBattery use time per charge Low battery alertReturning the handset to the base to charge Cleaning the battery charging contactsConnect the base unit Charging contacts with a dry cloth beforeTEL Line jack and to a telephone outlet Choose the dialing modeStandard wall plate mounting Mounting the Base Unit on a WallDirect wall plate mounting DCT5280 Flow Chart From the standby modeDirectLink soft key From the Talk mode Summary of the Main Menu and Submenu DirectLink ModeHandset Setup About the MenuAutoTalk Answering SetupSystem Reset Global SetupSetting up the Menu Entering the MenuN 1 Setting a Ringer Volume DirectLink ModeHandset Setup Using the DirectLink ModeDistinctive Ringer Setup Setting the AutoTalkSelecting a Ringer Tone Selecting a Language Setting the Anykey AnswerSetting the Banner Adjusting the LCD ContrastSetting the Record Time Answering System SetupSetting a PIN Code Setting the Ring TimeSetting the Answer Mode Setting the Message Alert On or OffSetting the Language of your Answering System Setting the Call ScreenSetting the Area Code Global SetupSetting Day and Time Setting CidcwDe-register the Handset System ResetSetting the Dial Mode Replacing the Base SettingFrom the handset Making and Receiving CallsN e L d N d s e t Placing a Call on HoldFrom the Base Receiving calls only L d , t o t r a n s f e r N d s e tDeleting a Redial Record Redialing from Standby ModeRedialing from Talk Mode Redialing a CallL k Ringer Mute temporarilyMute Microphone With the handsetO s t e r C o r d i n g L l e r Tone Dialing Switch-overTraveling Out-of-Range Clarity BoosterWay Conferencing Intercom/ Call Transfer FeatureWhen speaking on the handset When speaking on the baseNew Message LED Flash and Call WaitingPhonebook E e d D i a l S e l e c t n D 1 E m p t y O r e / E d i t N a m e M o v i e sO r e / E d i t N o 0 7 3 0 3 4 5 S 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 rSteps for Entering Names and Special Characters If you make a mistake while entering a name A r c h Viewing the PhonebookO n e b o o k A r c h O r e S T O R ESpeed Dialing Making Calls Using the PhonebookFrom Standby Mode From Talk ModeChain Dialing L e t e M e m o r y ? Y e sEditing the Stored Data Date You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this featureCaller ID N e I t hViewing the Caller ID List Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Deleting a Caller ID messageDeleting all Caller ID names/numbers Storing Caller ID messages in the Phonebook Using the Caller ID Message ListLong Distance calls and Area Code Setting/Cancellation Calling a party from the Caller ID listCall Waiting Deluxe Features Integrated Answering Device FeaturesPre-recorded message Setting up your Answering SystemSetting your outgoing message Greeting Turning the Answering System On/OffSetting the base ringer volume Choosing between the two outgoing messagesDeleting an outgoing message Using the menu mode Adjusting the speaker volume levelSetting a PIN code Setting the TimeSelecting the message record time Setting the ring timeAnnounce only feature Setting the message alertTurning the message alert tone Off by pressing any key Setting the call screen Selecting the languageScreening a call Using your Answering System Playing your messagesRepeating a message Deleting a message Skipping a messageVoice memo Recording a conversationFrom the base Remote Operation Remote access away from homeRemote access with the handset Playing incoming messages Expanding Your Phone Connecting the ChargerUsing the DirectLink Mode To enter the DirectLink mode e SeeRegister the Handset R e c t L i n k O m H a n d s e t # DirectLink callN 1 2 0 0 a N d s e t R e c t L i n k D e D i r e c t L i n k p r e s s 1I n t e r c o m N d s e t Intercom/Call Transfer FeatureIntercom From handset to handset or to the baseCall Transfer Feature Replacing the BaseL d , t o A n s f e r To attach the beltclip Installing the BeltclipHeadset Installation Changing the Digital Security CodeMaintenance Battery replacement and handlingPower Failure Battery Information General InformationAC Adapter Information Symptom Suggestion TroubleshootingMake sure the base unit is plugged Base Liquid DamageCase Action HandsetE 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 Answering system IndexRemote Operation Card Remote access away from homeTask Please do not Return this Product to the Place of Purchase At Uniden, we’ll take care of you