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Uniden DECT1580 manual Terminology Used in this Manual, Manual Conventions

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Terminology Used in this Manual

Terminology Used in this Manual

	Accessory	Additional handsets that can register to the base, allowing you to add handsets without connecting another
	Handsets	phone line. This base supports a total of six cordless handsets; see page 13 for compatible handsets.
	Base	The main part of the phone that connects to your phone line and lets you make and receive calls.
	Charging	A cradle that comes with an accessory handset and charges the handset battery pack.
	cradle	It connects to power but does not connect to a phone line.
	CID	Caller ID is available from your telephone provider and is offered to users on a subscription basis.
		With this service, you will be able to see the incoming caller information such as name and phone number.

	CID/CW	Caller ID with Call Waiting is available by subscription from your telephone provider.
		With this service, you will be able to view incoming caller information while on a call with another user.

		Any settings that apply to all registered handsets and the base.
	Global	These features are available by selecting “Global Setup” or “Day & Time” in the handset menu. Only one
		handset can change global settings at a time, and you have to make sure the phone is not currently being
	Settings
		used. If you have multiple bases, the different bases have each global settings; select the base before

		changing the global setting (see Selecting the base on page 15).
	Standby	The handset and the base are not in use. (It doesn’t matter whether the handset is in the cradle: the TALK/
		FLASH or		hasn’t been pressed, and there is no dial tone.)


	Talk	A dial tone has been enabled, so you can dial and carry on a conversation with an outside party.

Manual Conventions

This manual uses several different type styles to help you distinguish between different parts of the phone:

•Bold italic text indicates a key or button on the phone

•Italic text indicates text on the display, such as menu options, prompts, and confirmation messages

•lower case bold text indicates a status light on the phone

•ALL CAPITALS BOLD indicates a connection jack on the base or charging cradle

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Getting to Know Your New Phone

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Uniden DECT1580 manual Terminology Used in this Manual, Manual Conventions

Contents

UNIDEN CORDLESS TELEPHONES DECT1580 SeriesInstalling the Phone Table of ContentsUsing the Interface Basic SetupUsing Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial Lists Using Your PhoneAdjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker VolumeMaintenance Using the Answering SystemTroubleshooting PrecautionsWelcome AccessibilityWelcome Choosing the Best Location Installing the PhonePLACE YOUR BASE TRY TO AVOIDRED BLACK Installing the BatteryInstalling the Phone To the base Connecting the AC adapterTo the DCX150 charging cradle for multi-handset packs only Installing the PhoneInstalling the Phone Charging the HandsetInstalling the Phone Connecting to the Phone LineInstalling the Phone Testing the ConnectionNOW YOU ARE READY TO USE YOUR PHONE Changing the dial modeInstalling the Phone 1 Press MENU/SELECTRegistering accessory handsets Adding accessory handsetsExpanding Your Phone Installing the PhoneInstalling the Phone Using Multiple BasesRegistering the handset to another base Installing the Phone Selecting the baseGetting to Know Your New Phone FeaturesAnswering system features Manual Conventions Terminology Used in this Manualnew message LED Parts of the HandsetMENU/SELECT key TALK/FLASH keyFIND key VOLUME key volume down key play/stop key repeatcharge LED ANSWERReading the Display Using the InterfaceUsing the Interface In standbyUsing the Handset Menu Using the Four-way Function KeyIncrease the volume Open the phonebook Four-way Function Key Decrease the volumeUsing the Interface Entering Text from Your HandsetSetting the Day & Time Basic SetupSelecting a Language SetupActivating the Key Touch Tone Activating Personal RingBasic Setup 1 Press Menu/SelectCreating Phonebook Entries Setting Up the Phonebook3 Enter the name for this entry EDIT NAME 4 Enter the number for this entry EDIT NUMBER5 Assign a personal ring tone for this entry PERSONAL RING Finding a Phonebook EntryEditing an Existing Phonebook Entry Deleting a Single Phonebook Entry Storing Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook %TGCVG 0GY %QR #NN &GNGVG #NN Deleting all Phonebook EntriesCopying Phonebook Entries to Another Handset Changing the Handset Banner Customizing Your HandsetsSelecting a Ring Tone 1 Press Menu/SelectActivating Any Key Answer Activating AutoTalk1 Press Menu/Select 1 Press Menu/SelectUsing Your Phone Using Your PhoneFrom a cordless handset From a handset speakerphoneMaking a Call from the Phonebook Switching to the Handset Speakerphone During a CallChain dialing from the phonebook Using Your PhoneMaking a Call from a Caller ID Record Using Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial ListsUsing the Caller ID List 1 Press Menu/Select Deleting Caller ID NumbersSeven-digit dialing Deleting a Redial Record Using Call WaitingRedialing a Number Adjusting the Ringer Volume Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker VolumeAdjusting the Earpiece Volume Adjusting the Speaker VolumeActivating T-Coil Mode Adjusting the Audio ToneFinding a Lost Handset Using Hold, Conference and TransferPlacing a Call on Hold ConferencingAnswering a transferred call Transferring a CallUsing Hold, Conference and Transfer TALK/Flash or againPrivacy Mode Using Special FeaturesUsing the Intercom Making an intercom pageMuting the Microphone Tone Dialing Switch OverAnswering an intercom page Using Special FeaturesUsing Special Features Using a Voice Mail ServiceResetting the voice message waiting indicator Selecting a Greeting Setting Up the Answering SystemRecording a Personal Greeting Deleting Your Personal Greeting Selecting the Language for Announcements4 To keep this greeting Do nothing 1 Press Menu/SelectSetting the Record Time or Announce only Setting the Number of Rings1 Press Menu/Select 1 Press Menu/SelectActivating the Base Call Screen Activating the Message Alert1 Press Menu/Select 1 Press Menu/SelectTurning Your Answering System On and Off Using the Answering SystemUsing the Answering System From the baseUsing the Answering System Remote Operation from the HandsetCommand Use it toUsing the Answering System Reviewing MessagesFrom the base From the handsetScreening Calls Setting a security code or Personal Identification Number PINTurning Off the Message Alert Tone Operating the Answering System While You Are Away from HomeIf you want to Using the Answering SystemPress If you want toWall plate Wall Mounting the BaseWall Mounting the Base Wall plate Removing the wall-mount bracketNote Mounting the phone directly on the wall Wall Mounting the BaseSpecifications MaintenanceBattery Information Battery lifeLow battery alert Power FailuresCleaning the charging contacts Battery replacement and handlingCommon Issues TroubleshootingWhen you have this problemTroubleshooting When you have thisproblem Troubleshooting When you have thisproblem Troubleshooting Weak or Hard to Hear AudioNoise or Static on the Line Troubleshooting Resetting the HandsetInstalling a telephone line filter or DSL filter Troubleshooting Resetting the Handset Without the BaseTraveling Out of Range Changing the Line Mode for Multiple ExtensionsTroubleshooting 2 Press Menu/SelectBase Liquid DamageHandset Precautions PrecautionsRechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Warning The FCC Wants You To Know Important Safety InstructionsPrecautions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSReorient or relocate the receiving antenna PrecautionsRadio interference I.C. NoticeCordless telephone privacy Terminal equipmentUniden America Service One Year Limited WarrantyOne Year Limited Warranty Index Index Safety noticesOut of range Security codeRemote access away from home Remote Operation CardRemote access away from home Remote access away from homeTask TaskTask TaskMemo Memo Memo ARE LOOKING FOR A PART OR ACCESSORY HAVE A QUESTION OR A PROBLEMVISIT OUR WEBSITE AT NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE DUE TO A DISABILITY