Uniden DECT3080 manual Power Failures, Low battery alert, Cleaning the charging contacts

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When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions
in order to save power. When LOW BATTERY - CHARGE HANDSET appears in the
handset display and the phone is in standby, 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
The battery pack needs to be charged when the empty battery icon appears.
Cleaning the charging contacts
To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the handset
once a month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub the damp cloth
over the charging contacts until all visible dirt is removed. Dry the contacts
thoroughly before returning the handset to the cradle.
Caution: Do not use paint thinner, alcohol, or other chemical products.
Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish.

Battery replacement and handling

With average use, your phone’s battery should last approximately one year. To order replacement batteries, please contact Uniden’s Parts Department. The contact information is listed on the back cover page.

Caution:

•Use only battery pack BT-1011.

•Do not remove the batteries from the handset to charge them.

•Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble, or heat them.

•Do not remove or damage the battery casing.

Power Failures

During a power failure, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the phone. To avoid damage from an electrical spike when the power comes back on, we recommend you unplug your phone during power outages.

Maintenance

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Contents DECT3080 Series Table of Contents Using Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial Lists Using Your PhoneAdjusting the Ringer, Earpiece Speaker Volume Finding a Lost Handset Using Hold, Conference and TransferUsing the Answering System Setting Up the Answering SystemMaintenance TroubleshootingWelcome AccessibilityChoosing the Best Location Installing the PhoneInstalling the Battery To the charging cradle for multi-handset packs only Connecting the AC adapterTo the base Charging the Handset Connecting to the Phone Line Testing the Connection Press Select/menu Installing the Belt ClipChanging the dial mode Expanding Your Phone Adding accessory handsetsRegistering accessory handsets Registering the handset to another base Using Multiple BasesSelecting the base Getting to Know Your New Phone FeaturesAnswering system features Manual Conventions Terminology Used in this ManualParts of the Handset Charge LED Key delete Parts of the Base+ key KeyDuring a call Using the InterfaceReading the Handset Display Using the Handset Menu Using the Four-way Function KeyEntering Text from Your Handset Setting the Day & Time Basic SetupSelecting a Language Press Select/menuActivating the Key Touch Tone Activating Personal SettingsCreating Phonebook Entries Setting Up the PhonebookEnter the name for this entry Edit Name Enter the number for this entry Edit NumberAssign a personal ring tone for this entry Personal Ring Finding a Phonebook EntryDeleting a Single Phonebook Entry Editing an Existing Phonebook EntryStoring Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook Copying Phonebook Entries to Another Handset Deleting all Phonebook EntriesSelecting a Ringer Tone Customizing Your HandsetsChanging the Handset Banner Color Scheme Activating AutoTalkActivating Any Key Answer Wallpaper Adjusting the Display LCD ContrastUsing Your Phone Chain dialing from the phonebook Switching to the Handset Speakerphone During a CallMaking a Call from the Phonebook Making a Call from a Caller ID Record Using Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial ListsUsing the Caller ID List Seven-digit dialing Deleting Caller ID NumbersDeleting a Redial Record Using Call WaitingRedialing a Number Adjusting the Ringer Volume Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker VolumeAdjusting the Earpiece Volume Muting the Ringer One call onlyAdjusting the Audio Tone Adjusting the Speaker VolumeHandset Speaker Base SpeakerFinding a Lost Handset Using Hold, Conference and TransferPlacing a Call on Hold ConferencingAnswering a transferred call Transferring a CallPrivacy Mode Using Special FeaturesUsing the Intercom Making an intercomAnswering an intercom Tone Dialing Switch OverMuting the Microphone Resetting the voice message waiting indicator Using a Voice Mail ServiceInstalling the Optional Headset Selecting a Greeting Setting Up the Answering SystemRecording a Personal Greeting Selecting the Language for Announcements Deleting Your Personal GreetingTo keep this greeting Do nothing For US modelsSetting the Record Time or Announce only Setting the Number of RingsActivating the Base Call Screen Activating the Message AlertFrom the base From the handset Using the Answering SystemTurning Your Answering System On and Off Reviewing Messages Turning Off the Message Alert Tone Screening CallsOperating the Answering System While You Are Away from Home Dialing in to your answering systemIf you want to Press Then Specifications MaintenanceBattery Information Battery lifeLow battery alert Power FailuresCleaning the charging contacts Battery replacement and handlingWhen you have this Try Problem TroubleshootingCommon Issues When you have this Try Resetting the Handset Resetting the Handset Without the Base Traveling Out of Range Changing the Line Mode for Multiple ExtensionsHandset Base Liquid DamageImportant Safety Instructions PrecautionsRechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning FCC Wants You To Know Cordless telephone privacy Radio interferenceTerminal equipment Radio equipmentImportant Evidence of original purchase is required for One Year Limited WarrantyIndex PIN Remote Operation Card Remote access away from homeTaskKey Visit OUR Website AT