Uniden Cordless Telephone EXA3955 User Manual

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Contents  
Welcome / Features / Terminology  
Controls and Functions  
The Integrated Answering Device  
3
Features  
23  
24  
24  
31  
Turning the Answering System On/Off  
Setting up your Answering System  
Using Your Answering System  
Getting Started  
Checking the Package contents  
Setting up the Phone  
5
6
Additional Information  
Changing the Digital Security Code  
Changing the Face Plate  
Headset Installation  
Installing the Beltclip  
Maintenance  
Basics  
37  
38  
38  
39  
39  
40  
41  
43  
44  
46  
47  
Making and Receiving Calls  
Adjusting the Handset Ringer and  
Earpiece Volume  
12  
13  
13  
13  
14  
14  
Adjusting the Base Ringer  
Redial  
Traveling Out-of-range  
Flash and Call waiting  
Note on Power Sources  
Troubleshooting  
General Information  
Precautions & Warranty  
Index  
Memory Dialing  
Storing Phone Numbers  
Making Calls with Memory Dialing  
Erasing Stored Numbers  
15  
16  
17  
Remote Operation Card  
Telephone Features  
3-way Conferencing  
18  
19  
20  
21  
21  
21  
22  
Intercom/Page Feature  
Call Transfer Feature  
Chain Dialing  
Mute (Handset/Base)  
Selecting a Different Channel  
Tone Dialing Switch-over  
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden EXA3955 cordless telephone.  
This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life  
and outstanding performance.  
Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for  
explanation purposes.  
Welcome  
Features  
• 900 MHz Extended Range  
• Integrated Telephone Answering Device  
(ITAD)  
• Tone/Pulse Dialing  
• 10 Day Standby Battery Life  
• 6 Hour Talk Time  
• 2-way lntercom  
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control  
• Speakerphone  
• Voice Prompted Guidance through ITAD Setup Menu  
• 20 Channel Autoscan  
• 22 Number Memory Dialing  
(12 Handset & 10 Base)  
• 32 Digit Redial  
• Flash and Pause  
AutoTalkTM allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base.  
AutoStandbyTM allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.  
Random CodeTM protects you against misbilled calls, which might result from your phone being  
activated by other equipment. Random Code digital security automatically selects one of approx.  
65,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, AutoSecureTM electronically locks  
your phone when the handset is in the base.  
Terminology  
Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a “wider frequency band” vs. a “single narrow  
band” used in standard digital transmissions. The result is a more secure conversation with the  
clarity of digital sound, extended range, and minimal interference from other cordless phones.  
talk  
Standby Mode - The handset is not in use, is off of the base, and  
A dial tone is not present and the display is blank.  
has not been pressed.  
talk  
Talk Mode - The handset is not on the base and  
has been pressed enabling a dial tone.  
®
Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.  
AutoTalk, AutoStandby, UltraClear Plus, Random Code, and AutoSecure are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.  
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Controls and Functions  
1. Handset Antenna  
2. Headset Jack Cover  
3. Handset Battery Compartment  
4. Handset Earpiece  
1
5. Talk/Low Batt LED  
6. Vol  
7. Redial/p (Redial/Pause) Key  
8. Vol (Volume Down) Key  
9. Talk Key  
10. /Tone Key  
11. Mute Key  
12. Mem 1 and mem 2 (One-touch Priority)  
Keys  
(Volume Up) Key  
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2
Digital Spread Spectrum  
talk  
low batt  
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6
7
8
9
vol  
redial/p  
memory  
13  
14  
talk  
flash  
int'cm  
abc  
def  
1
4
2
3
6
15  
ghi  
jkl  
mno  
5
13. Memory Key  
14. Flash Key  
15. Int’cm (Intercom) Key  
16. Channel Key  
17. Handset Microphone  
18. Handset Charging Contacts  
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tuv  
wxyz  
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tone  
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10  
11  
12  
16  
mute  
mem  
1
mem  
2
channel  
17  
18  
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status  
19. Base Speaker  
23  
19  
ans. on/off  
20. Mute/Menu Key  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
memo/rec  
delete  
21. Redial/p (Redial/Pause) Key  
22. Base Charging Contacts  
23. Status LED  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
20  
21  
30  
31  
24. Ans. On/Off (Answer On/off) Key  
25. Delete Key  
abc  
def  
1
4
2
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ghi  
jkl  
mno  
26. Memo/Rec (Memo/Record) Key  
(Fast Forward)  
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33  
pqrs  
tuv  
wxyz  
27.  
28.  
29.  
Key  
Key  
7
9
#
tone  
(Play/Stop)  
oper  
0
22  
int'cm/page  
volume  
(Rewind)  
Key  
34  
35  
30. Flash/Set Key  
31. Memory Key  
32. Base Antenna  
33. /Tone Key  
mic  
36  
37  
34.  
(Talk Key)  
35. Base Speaker Volume Keys  
36. Int’cm/page (Intercom/Page) Key  
37. Base Microphone  
38. DC Power Input  
39. Phone Jack  
38  
39  
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS  
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Checking the Package Contents  
Make sure you have received the following items in the package.  
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts  
Department (see below).  
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• Base unit  
• Handset  
• AC adapter  
• Rechargeable  
battery pack  
• This Owner’s Manual  
• Quick Reference Guide  
• Other Printed Material  
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• Telephone line cord  
• Beltclip  
• Face plate  
Uniden Parts Department  
(800) 554-3988  
Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.  
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Setting up the Phone  
Do the following steps:  
A. Choose the best location  
B. Install the battery pack  
C. Connect the base unit  
D. Choose the dialing mode  
A. Choose the best location  
Before choosing a location for your new phone, read “Installation Conciderations” in “Precautions &  
Warranty. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:  
Avoid heat sources, such as  
radiators, air ducts, and sunlight  
Avoid noise sources such as a window  
by a street with heavy traffic  
Avoid microwave ovens  
Avoid television sets and  
other electronic equipment  
Avoid excessive moisture,  
extremely low temperatures,  
dust, mechanical vibration, or shock  
Choose a central location  
Avoid personal computers  
Avoid other cordless telephones  
The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet that is  
not switchable.  
Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors, microwave  
ovens, and fluorescent lighting.  
Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna to a vertical position.  
The base can be placed on a flat surface such as desk, tabletop, or mounted on a standard  
wall plate.  
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B. Install the battery pack  
note  
Place the handset on the base unit and charge the battery pack for at  
least 15-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your phone.  
• Use only the Uniden  
Battery supplied with  
your phone.  
Replacement batteries  
are also available  
through the Uniden  
Parts Department  
(See page 43) or  
• Even when the battery  
pack is not being used,  
it will gradually  
Battery use time (per charge)  
From fully charged:  
• 6 hours continuous use.  
• 10 days when the handset is in the standby mode.  
discharge over a long  
period of time. For  
optimum performance,  
be sure to return the  
handset to the base  
unit after each  
Low battery alert  
If the phone is not in use, talk/low batt LED flashes on the LCD and none  
of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, talk/low batt LED flashes  
and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible  
and return the handset to the base unit  
telephone call.  
• If you must replace the  
battery pack during a  
telephone call,  
complete the  
for charging.  
replacement of the  
battery pack within  
30 seconds, and you  
can return to the  
original call.  
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C. Connect the base unit  
!
1 Connect the AC adapter to the  
DC IN 9V jack and a standard 120V AC  
wall outlet.  
Place the power cord so  
that it does not create a  
trip hazard or where it  
could become chafed and  
create a fire or  
2 Set the base on a desk or tabletop,  
Pull back stand out for base support  
and place the handset on the base  
unit as shown.  
electrical hazard.  
3 Raise the antenna to a vertical  
note  
position.  
4 Make sure the status LED lights. If the LED does not  
Digital Spread Spectrum  
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The handset can be  
placed face up or face  
down in the base  
for charging.  
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• Use only the supplied AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter.  
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• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.  
tip  
5 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack  
and a telephone outlet once the handset is  
fully charged.  
If your telephone outlet  
isn’t modular, contact  
your telephone company  
for assistance.  
Modular  
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D. Choose the dialing mode  
Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the  
phone lines. However, some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in  
rural areas. The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing  
system, set the mode as follows:  
Base Setting only  
note  
flash/set  
1 Press and hold  
until you hear a confirmation tone.  
Make sure your battery  
pack is fully charged  
before choosing the  
dialing mode.  
#
2 To set the dial mode for pulse dialing, press  
. Or to set the dial  
mode for tone dialing, press  
. A confirmation tone sounds to  
indicate the setting is complete.  
If you are not sure of your dialing system, set for tone dialing. Make a  
trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is, otherwise set for  
pulse dialing.  
If your phone system requires pulse dialing and you need to send the DTMF  
tones for certain situations during a call, you may “switch-over” to tone  
dialing (refer to “Tone Dialing Switch-over” on page 22).  
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Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall  
Setting the handset retainer clip for wall mounting  
!
1 On the base unit, pull the handset retainer clip out of  
the slot and rotate it clockwise 180 degrees.  
DO NOT use an outlet  
controlled by a  
wall switch.  
Flip the hook tab over  
so the tab holds the  
handset.  
2 Flip the retainer clip from front to back. Slide it back  
into the slot so that the lip of the retainer is up and  
M
the  
is down. The retainer holds the handset  
in place.  
Standard wall plate mounting  
This phone can be mounted on any standard  
Single-Line  
Raise the  
antenna.  
wall plate.  
Telephone Jack  
(RJ11C)  
1 Route the AC adapter cord inside the molded  
Telephone  
Line Cord  
wiring channel as shown.  
2 Plug the telephone line cord into the  
TEL LINE jack. Route the cord inside  
the molded wiring channel as shown.  
Power Outlet  
(AC 120V, 60Hz)  
3 Raise the antenna to a vertical position.  
AC Adapter  
4 Align the mounting slots on the base with the mounting posts on the  
wall. Then push in and down until the phone is firmly seated.  
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Direct wall mounting  
If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly  
to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following:  
Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting  
location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall.  
Try to mount your phone within 5 feet of a working phone jack to avoid  
excessive cord lengths.  
Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the  
base and handset.  
Use #10 screws (minimum length of 1-3/8 inches) with anchoring devices  
suitable for the wall material where the base unit will be placed.  
1 Insert two mounting screws into the wall, (with their  
appropriate anchoring device), 3-15/16 inches apart.  
Allow about 1/8 of an inch between the wall and screw  
heads for mounting the phone.  
2 Set the retainer clip if necessary.  
3 Refer to steps 1 through 4 on page 10 to mount  
the telephone.  
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Making and Receiving Calls  
note  
The base microphone  
is located under the  
phone. Position  
yourself as near to the  
base as possible and  
speak clearly.  
From the Handset  
From the Base  
Handset On the Base  
Press  
(talk).  
To answer  
a call  
Pick up the Handset (Auto Talk).  
Handset Off the Base  
Press any key.  
talk  
1) Press  
.
1) Press  
2) Listen for the dial tone.  
3) Dial the number.  
(talk).  
To make  
a call  
2) Listen for the dial tone.  
3) Dial the number.  
To hang  
up  
talk  
Press  
, or return the handset Press  
(talk).  
to the base (Auto Standby).  
talk  
1) Press  
.
1) Press  
(talk).  
2) Listen for the dial tone.  
2) Listen for the dial tone.  
To redial  
redial/p  
redial/p  
3) Press  
to dial the last 3) Press  
to dial the  
number dialed.  
last number dialed.  
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Adjusting the Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume  
Ringer tone and volume  
vol  
When the phone is in Standby Mode, pressing the  
key on the handset  
selects the handset ringer volume and tone. There are two ringer tones  
vol  
each with two volume levels. Continue pressing the  
key to listen to  
all tones and volume levels. The phone keeps the last ringer tone and  
volume setting selected.  
Earpiece volume  
The handset earpiece volume settings (Low, Medium, High and Maximum)  
vol  
can only be adjusted during a call. Press  
repeatedly to select Low,  
Medium, High, or Maximum. When you hang up, the phone keeps the last  
volume setting selected.  
(Maximum  
High  
Medium  
Low)  
Adjusting the Base Ringer  
There are three ringer selections; High, Low and Off. Select a ringer tone  
mute/menu  
by using the  
key on the base unit. (See “Setting the Base  
Ringer Volume”, page 28).  
Redial  
redial/p  
The  
key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be  
up to 32 digits long. The redial memory function in the handset and base  
are independent from one another.  
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Traveling Out-of-Range  
During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base  
unit, noise increases. If you pass the range limits of the base unit, your  
call will terminate within 30 seconds.  
Flash and Call Waiting  
note  
If you have “Call Waiting” service and a call waiting  
You must subscribe  
through your local  
telephone company to  
receive Call Waiting  
Service.  
Digital Spread Spectrum  
flash  
tone sounds while you are on a call, press  
to  
talk  
low batt  
vol  
accept the waiting call. There is a short pause, then  
you will hear the new caller. To return to the original  
flash  
redial/p  
memory  
caller, press  
again.  
talk  
flash  
int'cm  
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def  
1
4
2
3
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ghi  
jkl  
mno  
5
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Storing Phone Numbers  
note  
Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses.  
Your EXA3955 stores up to 12 numbers in the handset plus 10 numbers in  
the base.  
• The pause button  
counts as one digit.  
redial/p  
Pressing  
more  
than once increases  
the length of pause  
between numbers.  
With the Handset  
Your EXA3955 has 10 memory locations and 2 one-touch priority dial  
memory locations.  
• You must press a key  
within 20 seconds or  
the phone will return  
to standby.  
1 Remove the handset from the base.  
memory  
2 Press  
. You will hear a beep and the  
talk/low batt LED flashes.  
3 Enter the phone number, up to 20 digits. If a pause  
Digital Spread Spectrum  
redial/p  
is needed during the dialing sequence, press  
talk  
low batt  
vol  
to insert a pause. Each pause counts as a digit and  
represents a two second delay in time between  
digits as they are sent.  
redial/p  
memory  
talk  
flash  
int'cm  
abc  
def  
1
4
2
3
6
memory  
4 Press  
again.  
ghi  
jkl  
mno  
5
pqrs  
tuv  
wxyz  
5 Enter the memory location (0-9) on the keypad or  
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mem 1  
mem 2  
press  
or  
. A tone indicates that the  
tone  
oper  
0
#
number is stored. If you enter a number in a  
location that has a previously stored number it will  
overwrite the existing number without warning.  
mute  
mem 1  
mem 2  
channel  
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With the Base  
note  
memory  
1 Press  
. (Status LED blinks.)  
status  
• The 10 memory  
locations in the base  
are independent  
locations from  
2 Dial the number you wish to store. (The phone  
ans. on/off  
number cannot exceed 20 digits.)  
memo/rec  
delete  
memory  
the handset.  
3 Press  
. Enter the memory location number  
(0-9) on the keypad. The status LED stops  
blinking. A confirmation tone sounds and the  
number is stored.  
• The 10 memory  
locations are  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
represented by the  
numbers 0-9 on the  
keypad. If you store  
a number in one of  
these locations, then  
attempt to store a  
different number in  
the same location  
later, the new  
Making Calls with Memory Dialing  
With the Handset  
From the Memory Location  
number will overwrite  
the previous one.  
talk  
1 Press  
, then press  
.
2 Enter a memory location (0-9) on the keypad. Then the stored number is  
automatically dialed.  
From the One-touch Priority Dial  
Your phone is equipped with two “One-touch priority dial” keys for instant  
dialing. If you stored phone numbers in the one-touch priority dial memory  
mem 1 or mem 2  
one-touch priority dial, simply press  
(
), you can dial the phone numbers instantly. To use the  
mem 1  
mem 2  
talk  
, then press  
or  
.
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With the Base  
(talk key)  
1 Press  
.
2 Press  
. Enter the memory location number  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
(0-9) and the number is dialed instantly.  
abc  
def  
1
2
3
Erasing Stored Numbers  
With the Handset  
1 Remove the handset from the base unit.  
memory  
2 Press  
twice.  
mem 1  
mem 2  
3 Press the memory location (0-9), or  
or  
. A tone indicates  
that the stored number is erased from memory.  
With the Base  
1 Press  
. (Status LED blinks.)  
status  
2 Press  
again.  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
3 Enter the memory location number (0-9) of the  
number you wish to delete. The status LED stops  
blinking. A confirmation tone indicates the  
number has been erased.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
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3-way Conferencing  
note  
The Uniden EXA3955 permits 3-way conversations between  
the handset, base and an outside line.  
• Pressing the  
on the  
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prea  
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Sp  
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talk  
low  
b
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vol  
base while dialing with  
the handset will set the  
3-way conversation  
mode. Dialing is  
status  
ans.  
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memo/rec  
n/off  
delete  
When speaking on the handset  
mu  
te/m  
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2
red  
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me  
mo  
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flas  
h/s  
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1
abc  
3
def  
4
ghi  
5
jkl  
6
wxyz  
mno  
7pqrs  
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tuv  
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to
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int'c  
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not affected.  
mic  
abc  
def  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
1 Press  
on the base unit  
• During a 3-way  
conversation, you can  
only dial from  
ghi  
jkl  
mno  
to initiate the 3-way conversation.  
pqrs  
tuv  
wxyz  
7
9
#
tone  
2 To hang up, press  
on  
the handset.  
oper  
0
the base. The handset will still  
be connected to the call.  
int'cm/page  
volume  
mic  
When speaking on the base  
talk  
1 Press  
on the handset to initiate the  
redial/p  
memory  
3-way conversation.  
talk  
flash  
int'cm  
2 To hang up, return the handset to the  
abc  
def  
1
2
3
talk  
base, or press  
on the handset.  
The base will still be connected to  
the call.  
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Intercom/Page Feature  
note  
Intercom from the base to the handset  
If the page is not answered  
within one minute, the  
paging sounds stops  
automatically.  
intcm/page  
1 Press  
on the base. The handset beeps. (If no answer, press  
intcm/page  
again to cancel.)  
2 Press any key on the handset to answer.  
talk  
3 To turn off the intercom, press  
on the handset or  
on the base.  
Intercom from the handset to base  
int'cm  
int'cm  
1 Press  
on the handset. (If no answer, press  
again  
to cancel.)  
int’cm/page  
2 At the base, press  
or  
to answer. Speak into the base  
microphone.  
talk  
3 To turn off the intercom, press  
on the handset or  
on the base.  
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Call Transfer Feature  
To transfer from the handset to the base  
int'cm  
1 Press  
on the handset. The caller is put on hold and the intercom  
tone sounds on the base.  
intcm/page  
2 Press  
or  
on the base. The intercom mode is activated,  
but the caller is still on hold.  
talk  
3 To transfer the call to the base, press  
on the handset. To cancel  
the transfer, press  
on the base.  
To transfer from the base to the handset  
intcm/page  
1 Press  
on the base. The caller is put on hold and the  
intercom tone sounds on the handset.  
2 Press any key on the handset. The intercom mode is activated, but the  
caller is still on hold.  
3 To transfer the call to the handset, press  
on the base. To cancel the  
talk  
transfer, press  
on the handset.  
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Chain Dialing  
The memory locations on the handset and base are not limited to phone  
numbers, you may want to store in memory a group of numbers (up to 20  
digits) that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to  
as Chain Dialing.  
Mute (Handset/Base)  
note  
You can temporarily turn off the microphone so that the person you are  
mute  
talking with cannot hear you. During a telephone call press  
Press  
cancel the mute feature.  
(handset).  
The talk/low batt LED  
blinks when pressing  
the mute key on the  
handset.  
mute/menu  
(base) to turn off the microphone. Press mute again to  
Selecting a Different Channel  
If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually  
change the phone’s channel for clear operation. Interference can come  
from appliances or other phones in your home (see “Troubleshooting” on  
page 41).  
During the course of a conversation, if you hear static or noise which  
channel  
makes it difficult to hear, press  
. The talk/low batt LED flashes,  
indicating the phone is changing to another channel.  
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Tone Dialing Switch-over  
Some telephone companies use equipment that require pulse dialing  
(sometimes referred to as rotary dialing). If you need to enter tone  
dialing digits, you can switch-over to tone dialing during the call. An  
example of this could be entering your bank account number after you  
have called your bank. The digits of your bank account can be entered  
using DTMF tones.  
Initially make your call with the pulse dialing mode. Once your call  
connects, press  
. Enter the desired number (like in the example  
above, the bank account number). These digits will be sent as tone  
dialing. This special number can be stored in a memory location. This is  
referred to as Chain Dialing (See page 21). Once the call ends, the tone  
mode is canceled and pulse dialing resumes.  
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The Integrated Answering Device  
The EXA3955 has a built-in answering system that answers and records  
incoming calls. You can also use your answering system to record a  
conversation, leave a voice memo message, or to announce a special  
outgoing message to callers when you’re away from your phone.  
Features  
• Digital Tapeless Recording  
• 15 Minutes of Recording Time  
• Call Screening  
• Time and Day Announcement  
• Remote Message Retrieval  
• Toll Saver  
• Selectable Outgoing Messages  
• Voice Prompts for Menu Setup  
Guidance  
• Conversation Recording  
• Voice Memo  
Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review, save, or delete the  
messages you choose. You will never have to worry about a tape wearing  
out, jamming, or resetting improperly.  
The Integrated Answering System is easy and convenient to use, but  
please read through all of the instructions carefully.  
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Turning the Answering System On/Off  
ans on/off.  
1 To turn the answering system on, press  
.
The current greeting message will be played and you  
will hear a tone. The message counter displays the  
number of messages stored in memory. If the display  
flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you.  
status  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
ans on/off.  
2 To turn the answering system off, press  
After the announcement “Answer off” the message  
counter display will no longer be illuminated.  
.
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
Setting up your Answering System  
Using the Menu Mode  
The Menu mode allows you to set the following Answering System functions.  
note  
• To scroll through the menu options, repeatedly press  
mute/menu  
mute/menu  
. The system returns to standby after the  
"Greeting Message"  
For your convenience,  
voice prompts will guide  
you through the menu  
setup mode.  
last menu option. A confirmation tone sounds to  
mute/menu  
indicate standby mode.  
"Time"  
mute/menu  
• If any of the following occurs during menu setup, the  
"Security Code"  
handset returns to standby. Start over with menu  
mute/menu  
function prior to the interruption.  
"Ringer Volume"  
mute/menu  
talk  
-Press  
-Press  
"Ring Time"  
-20 seconds lapse of time  
mute/menu  
• The idle time default setting is 20 seconds. If the  
handset remains idle for 20 seconds, an error tone  
sounds and the system returns to standby.  
• You can use volume L/M to adjust the announcement  
volume level during a voice prompt/guidance.  
"Record Time"  
mute/menu  
Return to standby  
(tone sounds).  
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Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting)  
When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a  
preset message or your own greeting.  
MPreset message  
note  
The following message is prerecorded:  
“Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after  
the tone.”  
• You can record a  
greeting up to 30  
seconds long.  
MRecording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)  
• Position yourself as near  
to the base as possible  
and speak clearly when  
recording your  
mute/menu  
1 Press  
.
You hear the announcement “Greeting message”, and the message  
counter displays [ ]. The current greeting message will be played on  
the base speaker.  
outgoing message.  
• To exit menu mode,  
memo/rec  
2 Press  
to start recording your message. Start your recording  
press  
.
after the announcement “Record your greeting after the tone.  
• To delete the  
personal Greeting,  
delete  
memo/rec  
3 When you are finished recording your greeting, press  
,
or  
press  
and the  
flash/set . You will hear a confirmation tone and your recorded greeting  
plays back for you.  
system announces  
“Your greeting has  
been deleted.  
MChoosing between the two outgoing messages  
mute/menu  
Press  
. Then press  
or  
when the outgoing message is  
played. This switches between the pre-recorded greeting or the personal  
greeting. Press  
A confirmation tone is heard.  
flash/set  
to select the greeting of your choice.  
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Setting the Time  
The clock on the EXA3955 answering system starts when power is applied  
to the base. Follow these steps to set the clock to the correct time.  
mute/menu  
1 Press  
twice.  
The system announces the current time. The message  
counter displays [ ].  
status  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
flash/set  
2 Press  
to select the day of the week.  
You hear the current day and the number ([ ]  
through [ ]) is displayed on the base.  
note  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
3 Press  
or  
until the correct day is announced  
• Normally the idle time  
for the menu mode is  
20 seconds before the  
system returns to  
standby. However for  
setting the time, the  
idle time is extended to  
two minutes.  
and the corresponding number is displayed.  
flash/set  
4 Press  
5 Press  
to select the day.  
or  
until you hear the correct hour  
setting. The numbers [ ] through [ ] are displayed  
on the base as each hour is announced.  
• Press and hold  
or  
flash/set  
6 Press  
7 Press  
to select the hour.  
to quickly scroll  
through numbers on the  
display.  
or  
until you hear the correct minute  
setting. The numbers [ ] through [ ] are  
displayed on the base as each minute is announced.  
flash/set  
8 Press  
to select the minute.  
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9 Press  
or  
until you hear the correct AM or PM setting. The  
message counter displays [ ] or [ ].  
flash/set  
10 Press  
to select the AM/PM setting.  
A confirmation tone sounds, then the day and time are announced for  
your review.  
Setting a Personal Security Code  
note  
To play your messages from a remote location, you will need to enter a  
two-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) code (00-99). To select a  
PIN, perform the following steps:  
The PIN code is set to  
“80” when you purchase  
the EXA3955.  
mute/menu  
1 Press  
three times.  
The current PIN code is announced as it is displayed  
on the base.  
status  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
flash/set  
2 Press  
to change the PIN code. The system  
announces current PIN code.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
3 Press  
or  
until the desired number appears.  
flash/set  
4 Press  
to select the PIN code.  
A confirmation tone sounds, system announces the  
new PIN code.  
To exit the menu mode, press  
if desired.  
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Setting the base ringer volume  
note  
You have three ringer options. One allows you to turn  
the base ringer off. The other two are volume levels.  
status  
• When you have set the  
base ringer to off and  
the handset is on the  
base, you will still hear  
the ringer from the  
handset.  
ans. on/off  
mute/menu  
1 Press  
four times.  
delete  
memo/rec  
You hear the current ringer option ([ ] High, [  
Low, [ ] off), and it is displayed on the base.  
]
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
flash/set  
2 Press  
to change the ringer volume.  
• If you have set the  
handset ringer also to  
off, no ring will sound.  
3 Press  
or  
until the desired ringer option appears.  
to select the ringer option. The  
flash/set  
4 Press  
system announces new ringer volume.  
To exit the menu mode, press  
if desired.  
Adjusting the speaker volume level  
Adjust the volume of the base speaker by pressing the  
volume keys on the base. Press L for louder or M  
for softer.  
abc  
def  
1
2
5
8
3
ghi  
jkl  
mno  
4
6
pqrs  
tuv  
wxyz  
7
9
tone  
The numbers 0-9 are displayed on the base indicating  
the volume levels. 0 being the softest and 9 being  
the loudest.  
oper  
0
#
int'cm/page  
volume  
mic  
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Setting the Ring Time  
The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller  
hears before your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can  
set the ring time to answer after two, four, or six rings. Setting  
(Toll Saver), the answering system picks up after two rings if you have  
new messages, and after four rings if there are none. This way, if you  
make a long distance call to check your messages, you can hang up after  
the second ring to avoid billing charges.  
mute/menu  
1 Press  
five times.  
The current ring time setting is announced ([ ] 2,  
[ ] 4, [ ] 6, [ ] Toll saver), and it is displayed  
on the base.  
status  
ans. on/off  
delete  
memo/rec  
flash/set  
2 Press  
to change the ring time.  
3 Press  
or  
until the desired ring time appears.  
to select the new ring time.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
flash/set  
4 Press  
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces  
the new ring time.  
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Selecting the message record time  
note  
You have three record time options. The options “1 minute”, or  
4 minutes” set the duration for recording the incoming messages.  
Announce only” answers the call with the preset greeting or your  
personal greeting but prevents the caller from leaving a message.  
• When using the  
Announce only feature,  
you may want to change  
your outgoing message,  
if the message prompts  
the caller to leave a  
message. The prerecorded  
message changes  
mute/menu  
1 Press  
six times.  
You hear the current recording time ([ ] 1 minute,  
[ ] 4 minutes, [ ] Announce only), and it is  
displayed on the base.  
status  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
automatically.  
flash/set  
2 Press  
to change the recording time.  
until the desired time appears.  
to select the new recording time.  
3 Press  
or  
• To exit the menu mode  
press  
if desired.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
flash/set  
4 Press  
A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces  
the new record time.  
MAnnounce only feature  
The Announce only feature plays a prerecorded outgoing message or your  
own personal outgoing message, but it will not allow the caller to leave a  
message. To set “Announce only”, follow the steps above.  
To choose between the prerecorded message or your own personal  
mute/menu  
greeting, press  
played. Press  
, then  
or  
when the outgoing message is  
flash/set  
to select the greeting of your choice.  
A confirmation tone sounds. If you want to use your own greeting, you  
may want to change your greeting to omit the prompt to leave a message.  
Refer to “Recording a personal outgoing message” (Greeting) on page 25.  
The following message is prerecorded:  
“Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please call again.”  
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Using your Answering System  
note  
The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If  
the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The  
EXA3955 is designed to play your new messages first. After you play all  
your new messages, you can then play your old messages.  
• To stop playing your  
messages, press  
again at any time.  
• When the answering  
system is full,  
is  
displayed on the  
base, and the system  
announces “No  
remaining time. You  
should delete some  
messages so that the  
system can record  
new messages.  
Playing your messages  
1 Press  
.
The system announces the number of new and old  
messages while the message counter displays only  
the number of new messages. The time and day that  
each message was received is announced after the  
message is played. The message counter will then  
display the number of current stored messages.  
status  
ans. on/off  
delete  
memo/rec  
(Refer to “Deleting a  
message” on page 33.)  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
When all new messages have been played, you hear a  
beep. The system returns to standby.  
2 After you have reviewed your new messages, you can  
play your old messages by again pressing  
. Once  
you have listened to a new message, it then becomes  
an old message. The old messages will be played in  
the order in which they were received.  
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Repeating a message  
1 Press  
to review your messages. The number of  
stored messages is announced.  
status  
2 After a message has played for a few seconds, press  
ans. on/off  
delete  
memo/rec  
to replay the message. If you have several  
messages, press  
repeatedly until you return to  
the message you want to replay.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
3 Press at any time to stop reviewing messages  
and return to standby. The message counter shows  
the number of messages stored in memory.  
To quickly scroll backwards through the messages, press and hold  
.
Skipping a message  
1 Press  
to review your messages. The number of  
messages is announced.  
status  
2 Press  
at anytime to skip to the next message.  
is pressed, the system scans forward  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
Each time  
delete  
one message. If you have several messages, press  
repeatedly to find the message you want  
to play.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
3 Press  
at any time to stop reviewing your  
messages and return to standby. The message counter  
shows the number of messages stored in memory.  
To quickly scroll forward through the messages, press and hold  
.
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Deleting a message  
note  
To maintain maximum record time, delete the  
old messages.  
status  
• When you press  
1 Press  
to review your messages.  
delete  
, you are  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
permanently deleting  
the message. Once  
deleted, the message  
cannot be replayed.  
delete  
2 Press  
anytime during the message to delete  
the message.  
3 You hear a beep and the message is deleted.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
delete  
To delete all messages, press and hold  
after  
reviewing your messages in the standby mode. If  
there are new messages, you can not delete  
all messages.  
When you try to delete all messages without first listening to your new  
messages, you hear several short beeps followed by an announcement  
“Please playback all messages. This protects you from accidentally erasing  
messages you have not yet reviewed.  
• The voice memo  
function is completely  
independent of the  
greeting message.  
Voice memo  
The voice memo function allows the user to record  
messages (up to 10 minutes).  
status  
memo/rec  
1 Press and hold  
.
• The voice memo  
messages are recorded  
as incoming messages.  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
You hear a beep. The message counter displays [ ].  
2 Start your recording after the announcement “Record  
your message after the tone.  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
memo/rec  
3 When you have finished, press  
or  
to  
stop recording. The system returns to standby.  
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Recording a conversation  
note  
You can record up to a 10 minute conversation while  
you are using your phone.  
status  
• A recorded conversation  
is treated as a typical  
message and will be  
added to the stored  
messages.  
1 During a conversation from the handset, press and  
ans. on/off  
memo/rec  
delete  
memo/rec  
hold  
at the base. The unit begins recording  
and the message counter displays [ ].  
A beep, that can be heard by both parties, sounds  
during recording.  
• Recording conversation  
will be terminated if  
you press flash/set .  
mute/menu redial/p  
memory flash/set  
If you receive a call waiting tone while recording a  
note  
flash/set  
conversation, press  
to accept the waiting call.  
The original caller is put on hold.  
memo/rec  
2 To stop recording, press  
or  
.
Remote access away from home  
You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any  
touch-tone telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages,  
to play or delete messages, even to record a new greeting message.  
tip  
For your convenience a  
remote operation card is  
provided for you to use  
while away from home  
(refer to page 47).  
1 Call your telephone number.  
#
2 During the greeting message, press  
and enter your PIN code. (See  
“Setting a Personal Security Code”, page 27).  
3 The answering system announces the number of messages stored in  
memory. You hear “To play incoming messages, press pound two. For  
help, press pound zero. You will hear intermittent beeps.  
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4 You may select a command from the following chart:  
note  
Command  
# then 1  
# then 2  
# then 3  
# then 4  
# then 5  
# then 6  
# then 7  
# then 8  
# then 9  
# then 0  
Function  
Repeat a Message  
• You must enter a  
command within 15  
Playing your Messages  
Skipping a Message  
Deleting a Message  
seconds of entering  
command waiting mode  
or the answering system  
automatically hangs up  
and returns to standby.  
Stop Message Playback  
Answering System On  
Memo Record/Stop *  
Greeting Message Record/Stop *  
Answer System Off  
• The system will only  
playback messages for  
four minutes and then  
it returns to command  
waiting mode. To  
continue playing your  
messages, press  
#
Help Guidance  
then 2 again within  
15 seconds.  
* For Memo Record and Greeting Message Record function, the first time  
you enter the corresponding command, it starts the Recording function.  
If you want to stop the recording, enter the command again.  
5 After the command was finished, you hear intermittent beeps indicating  
that the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another  
command at this time from the chart above.  
6 When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering  
system automatically returns to standby.  
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Turn on the answering system remotely  
If you have forgotten to turn on your answering system, you can turn it  
on remotely from any touch-tone telephone.  
1 Call your telephone number.  
2 Wait ten rings until the system answers. You hear a beep.  
#
3 Press  
and then enter your PIN code. The answering system  
announces the number of messages stored in memory. You hear “To play  
incoming messages, press pound two. For help, press pound zero.  
#
6
4 Press  
then  
to turn the answering system on.  
5 Hang up the phone and subsequent calls will be answered by the system.  
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Changing the Digital Security Code  
note  
The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the  
handset and the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary.  
The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically  
set. In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is  
using the same security code, you can change the code.  
If the handset battery  
pack is completely  
discharged or the battery  
pack is removed, the  
digital security code will  
be lost. If this happens,  
a new security code is set  
automatically next time  
the battery pack  
1 Remove the handset from the base unit.  
abc  
jkl  
def  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
intcm/page  
Press and hold  
on the base.  
ghi  
mno  
is charged.  
pqrs  
tuv  
wxyz  
2 While the handset is emitting the paging sound,  
replace the handset to the base unit and continue to  
intcm/page  
7
9
#
tone  
oper  
0
hold the  
intcm/page  
for 3 seconds. Release the  
. The paging tone stops. Leave the  
int'cm/page  
volume  
mic  
handset on the base for more than 3 seconds.  
A new random, security code is set.  
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Changing the Face Plate  
note  
To remove the Face plate  
To attach the Face plate  
For additional face plate  
colors visit our web site:  
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Headset Installation  
Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden  
HS910. To use this feature, insert headset plug into the  
headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations.  
(Headsets may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts  
Department or visiting the website. See Page 5.)  
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Installing the Beltclip  
To attach the beltclip  
Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of  
the handset. Press down until it clicks.  
To remove the beltclip  
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs  
from the holes.  
Maintenance  
!
When slightly dirty  
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.  
When very dirty  
Do not use paint  
thinner, benzene,  
alcohol, or other  
sta  
tus  
chemical products. Doing  
so may discolor the  
surface of the telephone  
and damage the finish.  
Wipe with a soft cloth that has been  
dampened with diluted, neutral detergent.  
Dry with a dry cloth.  
When the charging terminals become dirty  
Wipe with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser,  
if necessary.  
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Note on Power Sources  
Battery replacement and handling  
When the operating time becomes short, even after a battery is recharged,  
please replace the battery. With normal usage, your battery should last  
about one year. Please contact your place of purchase or the Uniden Parts  
Department for a replacement battery. (See Page 43.)  
Power Failure  
During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make  
or receive calls with the telephone.  
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES  
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.  
Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the battery pack. Please  
take your used nickel-cadmium battery packs to a store that  
recycles nickel-cadmium batteries.  
Caution  
• Use the specified battery pack.  
• Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it.  
• Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.  
• Do not remove or damage the battery casing.  
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Troubleshooting  
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first.  
Symptom  
Suggestion  
The status LED won’t light  
when the handset is placed  
in the base unit.  
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base unit and wall outlet.  
• Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base unit.  
• Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and base unit are clean.  
channel  
The audio sounds weak  
and/or scratchy.  
• Press  
during a call to help eliminate background noise.  
• Make sure that the base unit antenna is in a vertical position.  
• Move the handset and/or base unit to a different location away from metal objects  
or appliances and try again.  
• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.  
Can’t make or receive calls.  
• Check both ends of the base unit telephone line cord.  
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base unit and wall outlet.  
• Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes, then reconnect it.  
• Reset the digital security code (See page 37).  
talk  
• Make sure  
is pressed.  
The handset doesn’t ring or  
receive a page.  
• The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery on the base unit for 15 - 20  
hours.  
• The handset may be too far away from the base unit.  
• Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects.  
• Reset the digital security code (See page 37).  
Severe noise interference  
• Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control toys,  
wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights,  
and electrical appliances.  
• Move to another location or turn off the source of interference.  
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Symptom  
The answering system does  
not work.  
Suggestion  
• Make sure the base unit is plugged in.  
• Make sure the answering system is turned on.  
The answering system does  
not answer calls.  
• Set the record time to either the one minute or four minute option.  
• The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the saved messages.  
Messages are incomplete.  
• The incoming messages may be too long. Remind callers to leave a brief message.  
• The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the saved messages.  
• Remind callers to speak loud enough and clearly when leaving a message.  
• Long pauses in the callers message may cause the system to stop recording.  
After a power failure, the  
• Record your personal outgoing message again. The default message should remain.  
outgoing message is deleted.  
No sound on the base unit  
speaker during call  
monitoring or message  
playback.  
• Adjust the speaker volume on the base unit.  
Cannot access remote call-in • Make sure you’re using the correct PIN code.  
features from another  
touch-tone phone.  
• Make sure that the touch-tone phone you’re using can transmit the tone for at  
least two seconds. If it cannot, you may have to use another phone to access  
your messages.  
If you still have a problem.  
• Call our customer hotline at 1-800-297-1023.  
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General Information  
note  
The EXA3955 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68.  
Operating Temperature:  
0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)  
If the handset is left off  
of the base, the actual  
Talk Mode duration will be  
reduced respective to the  
amount of time the  
AC Adapter Information  
AC Adapter part number: AD-312  
Input Voltage:  
Output Voltage:  
120V AC 60Hz  
9V DC 350 mA  
handset is off the base.  
Battery Information  
Battery part number:  
Capacity:  
BT-905  
600 mAH, 3.6V  
Battery Use Time (per charge)  
From fully charged:  
Talk Mode duration  
6 hours  
Standby Mode duration 10 days  
With normal usage, the battery should last about one year.  
Replacement batteries may be purchased at your local Uniden dealer or by  
contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 7:00 a.m.  
to 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached  
Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject  
to change without prior notice.  
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the owner’s manual.  
Precautions!  
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may  
explode. Check the nickel-cadmium battery disposal package  
insert for disposal instructions.  
Before you read anything else, please observe the following:  
Important Safety Instructions  
Warning!  
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:  
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.  
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.  
1. Read and understand all instructions.  
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 owner’s manual provided for this  
product.  
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 bath tub,  
wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or  
near a swimming pool.  
Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Warning  
This equipment contains a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery.  
Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause  
cancer.  
The rechargeable nickel-cadmium 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-cadmium 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.  
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.  
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 wiring and  
damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.  
Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium  
Batteries Must Be Recycled or  
Disposed of Properly  
Warning!  
Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical  
storm.  
The FCC Wants You To Know  
Uniden voluntarily participates in an RBRC® industry program to  
collect and recycle nickel-cadmium batteries at the end of their  
useful life, when taken out of service within the United States.  
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing  
used nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste  
stream, which is illegal in some areas.  
Through the RBRC® program, Uniden makes it easy for you to  
drop off the used battery at local retailers of replacement nickel-  
cadmium batteries. You may also contact your local recycling  
center for information on where to return the used battery. Please  
call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling  
in your area. Uniden's involvement in this program is part of its  
commitment to protecting our environment and conserving  
natural resources.  
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. The equipment cannot be used on public coin phone  
service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line  
service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility  
commission, public service commission or corporation commission for  
information.)  
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.  
RBRC® is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery  
Recycling Corporation.  
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.)  
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.  
Telephone Line Problems  
The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect  
service in the event that your phone causes problems on the  
telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in  
facilities and services which may affect the operation of your unit.  
However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in  
writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary  
arrangements to continue uninterrupted service.  
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  
If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first  
disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your  
problem. If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it  
disconnected until the trouble has been corrected.  
Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the  
battery, read and follow these instructions:  
1. Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in  
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Radio Interference  
Telephone Line Outlets  
One Year Limited Warranty  
Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in  
your cordless handset, or clicking noises in the base. This  
interference is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator,  
vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is  
NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting,  
please check around your home to see what appliances may be  
causing the problem. In addition, we recommend that the base not  
be plugged into a circuit that also powers a major appliance because  
of the potential for interference. Be certain that the antenna on the  
unit is fully extended when needed.  
There are two types of phone outlets:  
Important:Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty  
Modular Jack  
service.  
Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone  
cords are fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into  
this type of jack. If you do not have modular phone jacks, contact  
your local telephone company for information about their  
installation.  
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)  
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the  
original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in  
materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions  
set out below.  
Hardwired Jack  
Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types  
of installations require a modular jack converter. This type of  
installation is not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden  
telephone dealer or a telephone supply store for advice about the  
proper adapter or converter for your particular situation.  
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall  
terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of  
original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A)  
damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified,  
altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any  
configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D)  
serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden  
service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty,  
(E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of  
any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or  
programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual  
for this product.  
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or  
distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio  
signals from another cordless telephone or other source of  
interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you  
need to change to a different channel.  
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at  
frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To  
minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless  
telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If  
interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther  
away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the  
interference.  
Connecting the Telephone Cords  
Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone  
cords:  
Caution!  
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.  
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the  
telephone line has been disconnected.  
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not  
conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect,  
warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective  
unit and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any  
other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or  
its representatives in connection with the performance of this  
warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new  
or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS  
THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND  
IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY  
NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY  
OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE  
REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of  
incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or  
exclusion may not apply to you.  
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.  
More Than One Cordless Telephone  
Applying Power to the Base  
If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home,  
they must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to  
select a channel that provides the clearest communication.  
This phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt  
power, and the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug  
when the phone is placed on a desk or table, wrap the power cord  
around the strain relief notch on the bottom of the base.  
Cordless Telephone Privacy  
Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the  
handset and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by  
means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways.  
Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your  
communications can be received by radio receiving devices other  
than your own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any  
communications using your cordless telephone may not be private.  
NOTE:  
Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip  
hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a  
fire or other electrical hazards.  
Adapter Safety Features  
If the AC adapter furnished with this phone has  
a polarized line plug (a plug having one blade  
wider than the other), this plug will fit into the  
power outlet only one way. If you are unable to  
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try  
reversing the plug.  
Installation Considerations  
Selecting a Location  
Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some  
important guidelines you should consider:  
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and  
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This  
warranty is void outside the United States of America.  
Do not alter the shape of the blades of the  
polarized plug!  
The location should be close to both a phone jack and  
continuous power outlet. (A continuous power outlet is an AC  
outlet which does not have a switch to interrupt its power.)  
Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise  
such as motors or fluorescent lighting.  
Be sure there is sufficient space to fully extend the base  
antenna.  
The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a  
standard telephone wall plate.  
You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before  
completing the installation or using the handset.  
NOTE:  
If you cannot plug the AC adapter  
into the outlet, contact someone about replacing the  
outlet.  
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after  
following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain that  
the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its  
original packaging). The Product should include all parts and  
accessories originally packaged with the Product. Include evidence of  
original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused  
you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by  
traceable means, to warrantor at:  
Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120 VAC wall outlet.  
Do not use an outlet controlled by a wall switch.  
Use only the Uniden AC Adapter supplied with this  
phone.  
Uniden America Corporation  
Parts and Service Division  
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.  
Fort Worth, TX 76155  
(800) 297-1023, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday  
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Index  
0 - 9  
E, F, G, H  
Remote access . . . . . . . . .34  
Repeating a message . . . . .32  
Ringer volume . . . . . . . . .28  
3-way conferencing . . . . . .19  
Earpiece volume . . . . . . . .13  
Face plate . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
General information . . . . . .43  
Greeting . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Headset installation . . . . .38  
A
Announce only feature . . . .30  
Answering system . . . . . . .23  
Deleting a message . . . . .33  
Playing your messages . . .31  
Recording a conversation .34  
Remote access . . . . . . . .34  
Repeating a message . . . .32  
Skipping a message . . . . .32  
Turning on/off . . . . . . . .24  
S
Setting up  
Base unit . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Handset . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Skipping a message . . . . . .32  
I, J, K, L  
Important Safety  
Instructions . . . . . . . . . .44  
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z  
Transferring a call . . . . . . .21  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . .41  
Voice memo . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
M, N, O  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .39  
Making a call . . . . . . . . . .12  
Memory dialing  
B
Base location . . . . . . . . . .6  
Base ringer . . . . . . . .13, 28  
Base speaker volume . . . . . 28  
Battery pack  
Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Making calls . . . . . . . . .16  
Storing . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Menu setup mode . . . . . . .24  
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Outgoing message . . . . . . .25  
Preparing and charging . . .7  
Replacement and handling 43  
Beltclip . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
C
P, Q  
Chain dialing . . . . . . . . . .21  
Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Package contents . . . . . . . .5  
Playing a message . . . . . . .31  
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . .44  
R
D
Receiving a call . . . . . . . .12  
Record time . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Redialing a call . . . . . . . .12  
Dialing mode . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Digital security code . . . . .37  
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Remote Operation Card  
C U T  
REMOTE OPERATION CARD  
E X A 3 9 5 5  
Turn on the answering  
system remotely  
Remote access away  
from home  
1. Call your phone and let it  
ring 10 times until you  
hear a beep.  
2. Press # and then enter  
your PIN code.  
3. Press # then 5 to stop  
the announcement.  
4. Press # then 6 to turn  
the answering system on.  
1. Call your phone number from a  
touch-tone phone.  
2. During the outgoing message,  
press # and enter your PIN code.  
The answering system announces  
the number of messages stored  
in memory and the help  
guidance. The phone waits for  
you to enter a command.  
3. To quit, hang up the phone.  
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Remote Operation Card  
C U T  
Task  
Repeat a Message  
Key  
#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
Playing your Messages  
Skipping a Message  
Deleting a Message  
Stop Message Playback  
Answering System On  
Memo Record/Stop  
Greeting Message Record/Stop  
Answer System Off  
Help Guidance  
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
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At Uniden, we’ll take care of you!  
If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at  
1-800-297-1023  
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.  
Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding  
the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters.  
Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.  
Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST.  
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