Uniden TRU 8865 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against other range claims.

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Contents Series Owners Manual Page Contents Welcome Features Terminology Controls & Functions VolFind handset P Example of the standby mode display Display and IconsAnimation Displays Handset only Making a callStandby mode Talk modeSoft Key Function HandsetSetting up the Phone Do the following stepsInstall the rechargeable battery pack into the handset Connect the base unit Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Standard wall plate mountingDirect wall mounting Handset Expandability Connecting the ChargerExpanding Your Phone Register the Handset Default Settings Main Menu OptionsPress the Menu soft key to access the main menu Setting Menu OptionsUsing the interface DirectLink Mode Handset only Using DirectLink ModeSelect the handset or base you want Using Room/Baby MonitorRoom/Baby Monitor Handset Setup / Base Setup Programming your Voice Mail Access NumberSelecting a Ringer Tone Handset only Distinctive Ringer Setup Handset only Setting AutoTalk Handset Only Setting Anykey Answer Handset onlySetting the True Banner Handset only Selecting a LanguageSetting the Key Touch Tone Handset only Adjusting the LCD ContrastPress volume up/down to adjust the contrast LCD 10 levels Setting the Animation Screen Handset Only Animation Screen displays animation on the handsetMenu, and then the Animation Screen submenu PressDay & Time sets the day and time of your display Global SetupSetting Day and Time Setting Cidcw Caller ID on Call Waiting Setting the Area CodeSetting the Dial Mode Then the Dial Mode submenuPress volume up/down to select Tone or Pulse Initial setting is ToneDe-register the Handset Handset only Setting Voice Mail TonePress Volume up/down to select Yes and then Making and Receiving Calls Icon appears on the display during hands-free conversationsCall Waiting Placing a Call on HoldRedialing a Call Deleting a Redial Record Handset onlyStoring a Redial Record from the handset only To hang up, press end or speaker on the baseEarpiece and Speaker Volume Adjusting the Ringer, and Earpiece and Speaker VolumeRinger volume Muting the Ringer Mute MicrophoneDo Not Disturb DND Temporarily Muting the RingerWith the base Tone Dialing Switch-overTraveling Out of Range Privacy Mode ConferencingWhen speaking on the handset When speaking on the baseBeep. The phone returns to standby mode Using One Touch Voice Mail AccessResetting the New Message LED Press the Store soft key, Store/Edit Name appears Store names and numbersChain Dialing Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters If you make a mistake while entering a nameFor example, to enter Movies Call, the Copy and Store soft key will not appear Press volume up/down, or the number keypad toViewing the Phonebook Making Calls Using the Phonebook From Standby ModeFrom Talk Mode Speed DialingGNGVG/GOQT! GU Copying Phonebook Locations  6QYJKEJWPKV! *CPFUGVCaller ID and Cidcw Caller ID on Call Waiting To view the Caller ID messages in historical order Viewing the Caller ID ListNumber of new messages and total messages Deleting a Caller ID Message Deleting Information from the Caller ID ListUsing the Caller ID Message List Standby modeDeleting all Caller ID names/numbers Calling a party from the Caller ID listTalk mode Storing Caller ID messages in the PhonebookCall Waiting Deluxe Features Volume down 4 timesDirectLink call Multi-Handset FeaturesUsing the DirectLink Mode Intercom/Call Transfer Feature To cancel intercom, press the Cancel soft keyIntercom From handset to handset or handset to the baseFrom handset to handset or to the base Call Transfer FeatureFrom the base to a handset MULTI-HANDSET Features Changing the Digital Security Code Find HandsetInstalling the Beltclip Headset InstallationTo attach the beltclip To remove the beltclipPower Failure Low battery alertBattery replacement and handling Cleaning the battery charging contacts AC Adapter Information Battery InformationGeneral Information Troubleshooting Symptom SuggestionTroubleshooting Liquid Damage Case ActionPrecautions Installation Considerations Terminal Equipment Memory List Memo Index A I N M E N U F L O W C H a R T I N M E N U F L O W C H a R T 7 Please do not Return this Product to the Place of Purchase Page Page Page Register Online Today