Uniden EXL 8900 manual Setting up the base unit, Choose the best location

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Setting up the base unit

Do the following steps.

•Choose the best location

•Connect the base unit

•Choose the dialing mode

Choose the best location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS brochure. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:

Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight

Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment

Choose a central location

Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic

Avoid microwave ovens

Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock

Avoid personal computers

Avoid other cordless telephones

•You should charge your handset for 12-15 hours before using the phone.

•The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous a power outlet which is not switchable.

•Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors and fluorescent lighting.

•Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna fully vertical.

•The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop or mounted on a standard wall plate.

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Contents Page Features WelcomeControls and functions Talk Long Dst28 29 Contents Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit Read this firstBase unit HandsetChecking the package contents Setting up the base unit Choose the best locationIf you want to install the base unit on the wall, see Connect the base unitChoose the dialing mode If your dialing system is Set the switch to ToneContact your telephone company for Assistance PulseMolded wiring Snap the wall mountAdapter into Notches on the baseDirect wall plate mounting Charging the battery pack Into the battery compartmentSlide the battery cover forward Until it snaps into placeBattery use time per charge When the battery charge becomes lowCleaning the battery contacts Do not use any liquids or solventsAdjusting the volume control » Ringer Tone and VolumeThis switch turns the handset ringer on or off » Setting the Handset Earpiece VolumeMaking and receiving calls Using the LDM Long Distance Manager Storing a number in memory Entering a pause in memory dialingFollow the remaining steps in the Storing a Number in Memory section to completeStoring mixed tone/pulse number Dialing a stored numberDial the main number Press mem twiceAgain to return to the previous call Using the flash buttonSelecting a different channel Mute Page/findTraveling out-of-range Muting the ringer soundAdditional Information Changing the digital security codeInstalling the beltclip Headset installationTo attach the beltclip To remove the beltclipMaintenance Battery replacement and handlingTroubleshooting Symptom SuggestionSpecifications GeneralBase unit HandsetW, X, Y, Z IndexK, L