Uniden Telephone TCX4 User Manual

TCX4 Series  
Expansion Handset  
OWNER'S  
MANUAL  
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Welcome  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden TCX4 Series optional  
handset and charger. This expansion handset is compatible with models  
in the following series: CLX465 and CLX485. (Model numbers may vary.)  
Each model within this series will support up to ten handsets. You can  
place a fully featured cordless handset anywhere in your home as long as  
AC power is available to connect to the handset's charging cradle.  
IMPORTANT  
The TCX4 Series expansion handset will not operate unless it has been  
registered to your main base. Refer to the owner's manual supplied  
with your main base model for detailed instructions on operating your  
new expansion handset.  
Backward / Forward Compatibility  
Your phone is compatible with other Uniden 5.8GHz Digital Expandable  
Systems. Models include the Elite series (ELT560, ELBT585, ELBT595)  
and the TRU8 Series (TRU8860,TRU8865, TRU8880, TRU8885, and the  
TRU8888).  
Your new handset has many advanced features that may NOT be  
supported by main base models such as the TRU8 Series. Please visit  
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 Customer Service.  
• Cordless Handset  
• USB Cable  
• Charging Cradle  
• Uniden's Cordless Telephone  
Customization Tool CD-ROM  
• Battery Pack (BT-0003)  
• Belt Clip  
• AC Adapter (AD-0005)  
(INPUT: 120V AC 60Hz)  
(OUTPUT: 9V DC 210 mA)  
• Audio Recording Cable  
• This Owner’s Manual  
• Other Printed Material  
For answers to questions and to order genuine Uniden parts and  
Customer support is also available by calling 1-800-297-1023, Mon-Fri  
7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sat/Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.  
(Phone support is closed on holidays.)  
Help for our Special Needs Customers  
If you need special assistance due to a disability or have questions on the  
accessibility features of this product, please call 1-800-874-9314 (voice or TTY).  
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Installing Your Expansion Handset  
Follow these three easy steps to get your new handset ready to use:  
Install the battery pack.  
Connect the charger and charge your new handset for 15 hours.  
Register your new handset to the main base.  
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Step 1: Install the Battery Pack  
Press down on the handset battery case  
1
cover (use the finger indention for a better  
grip) and slide the cover downward to  
remove.  
Place the battery pack in the battery  
2
compartment with the connectors on the  
battery and on the compartment aligned.  
Place the battery case cover back on the  
handset and slide it upwards until it clicks  
into place.  
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Use only the Uniden battery (BT-  
0003) supplied with your phone.  
Replacement batteries are also  
available through the Uniden Parts  
Department. (See page 2.)  
• Recharge your handset on a regular  
basis by returning the handset to  
the charger after each phone call.  
Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries  
Must Be Recycled or Disposed of Properly  
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Step 2: Connect the Charger  
Connect the AC adapter to  
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the DC IN 9V jack and to a  
standard 120V AC wall outlet.  
Set the charger on a desk or  
tabletop, and place the  
handset in the charger with  
the LCD screen facing  
forward.  
2
Make sure the charge LED  
illuminates. If the LED does not  
3
illuminate, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in and that  
the handset makes good contact with the charger charging contacts.  
Use only the supplied AD-0005 AC adapter. Do not use  
any other AC adapter.  
• Place the charger close to the AC outlet so that you can  
unplug the AC adapter easily.  
4 Charge the handset for 15 hours before using.  
Step 3: Register the Handset  
YOU NEED TO REGISTER THE TCX4 SERIES TO THE MAIN BASE BEFORE  
USE!  
For Main Base Models CLX465 and CLX485  
Before registering the extra handset, the battery pack MUST be  
charged for 15 hours.  
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With the main base in standby mode (i.e., not being used), place  
the expansion handset in the main base to begin registration.  
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While the handset is registering, Handset Registering will  
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appear in the LCD. When Registration complete. is displayed,  
the handset has been registered to the base.  
If Registration failed. appears, please try these steps again.  
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For Backward Compatible Base Models - ELT560 and the TRU8 Series  
[TRU8860/TRU8865/TRU8880/TRU8885/TRU8888]  
Disconnect the AC adapter from the main base.  
While pressing down on the following key, reconnect the AC  
adaptor.  
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2
TRU8860/8865 models - find handset key  
TRU8880 models - find hs/intercom key  
TRU8885 models - flash/find hs key  
Keep pressing the key until the CHARGE LED starts to blink.  
For ELT560  
1 Remove the battery compartment  
cover from the back of the main  
base.  
2 Press and hold the Registration  
Registration  
button  
button in the battery compartment.  
3 Keep pressing the Registration  
button until the handset charge  
LED on main base starts to blink.  
For TRU8888 (corded base model)  
1 With the main base in standby mode (i.e. not being used), press  
the MENU soft key on the base.  
2 Use the up/down key to select HS Registration, and then  
press the OK soft key.  
3 Use the up/down key to select Register Handset.  
4 Base LCD screen will display the following prompt:  
On handset press & hold "#" key for 2 sec  
On the handset, press and hold the # key until you hear a beep.  
3
For Main Base Models ELBT585, ELBT595  
With the main base in standby mode (i.e. not being used), press  
menu/select.  
1
Use the up/down key to select System Setup.  
Use the up/down key to select Register Handset.  
The base LCD screen will display the following prompt:  
On handset, press & hold "#" key for 2 sec  
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3
4
On the handset, press and hold the # key until you hear a beep.  
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De-register the handset  
Press and hold end and # for more than 5 seconds. Select  
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2
Deregister HS.  
The phone will ask you to confirm the deregistration. Select Yes.  
Using Your Expansion Handset  
Now that your new handset is registered, it can perform all the same  
functions as the handsets originally included with your phone. With  
your new handset, you can  
• Transfer calls between handsets  
• Use two handsets as 2-way radios in DirectLink mode  
• Use two handsets or a handset and the base as a baby/room  
monitor  
• Hold 3 to 5 way conference calls (depends on the model)  
• Access the integrated answering device or voice mail using the  
handset  
• Record Distinctive Ringer Tones  
• Customize the handset with Animations and Wall Paper Displays  
• Customize Reminder Displays using the Calendar (with the Elite  
series, CLX465, and CLX485 only)  
(USB Cable/CD-Rom included for System Setup)  
See the owner's manual that came with your main base for complete  
instructions on operating your new expanded digital phone. You can  
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Using the joystick  
The joystick makes it easy  
to use your phone. The  
four most commonly used  
functions are accessible  
just by moving the  
Handset Remote  
or Voice Mail Access  
joystick:  
View the  
phonebook  
View the  
Caller ID  
Redial a number  
Use the joystick to make  
menu selections.  
Highlight the option you want by moving the  
joystick up, down, right, or left on the  
handset. This will move the cursor; the  
option currently highlighted appears in  
reversed out text.  
Select the highlighted option by pressing in  
on the center of the joystick.  
To exit the MENU and return to standby, press the end key on the  
handset.  
To go back a level in the menu, press the  
back/hold/int'com.  
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Installing Uniden's Cordless  
Telephone Customization Tool  
This handset includes Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool  
for your Windows PC. You can use this software application to  
completely configure your phone, download pictures for wallpaper, and  
import contacts from MicroSoft Outlook®.  
NOTE: Uniden's Cordless Telephone Customization Tool requires  
Microsoft®, Windows® 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP  
and more than 150MB free hard drive space.  
1) Insert the Cordless Customization CD into your computer's CD-ROM  
drive. The installation application should start automatically.  
2) If the application doesn't start, go to the Start menu and select  
Run.  
3) In the window, type d:\autorun.exe (where d is the letter  
assigned to your CD-ROM drive), and click OK.  
4) Once the software is installed, connect the USB cable to the  
handset and your PC as shown.  
5) Customize your Uniden Cordless Handset.  
For complete  
instructions on using  
Uniden's Cordless  
Customization Tool, see  
the help file on the CD-  
ROM.  
To PC  
To the  
USB jack  
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Setting Advanced Features  
• When using your handset with the backward-compatible TRU8  
series (TRU8860, TRU8865, TRU8880, TRU8885, and TRU8888),  
some advanced features (such as Reminders) may not be  
compatible.  
• Please refer to your respective (TRU8860, TRU8865, TRU8880,  
TRU8885, and TRU8888) Owner's Manual or visit our website at  
Series and CLX465 and CLX485.  
Record Ringer Tones  
1) Connect the audio recording cable to the handset and sound source  
(e.g. stereo or CD player). Insert one end of the audio recording  
cable into the handset's headset jack and the other end into the  
sound source. You can also simply use the handset's microphone by  
holding the handset close to the sound source.  
2) Select menu option  
.
3) Go to Rec/Edit Rings.  
4) Select a location from 1-5, and press the OPTIONS soft key.  
5) Use up/down key to select Record. To start recording, press the  
RECORD soft key. The message counter displays 20 and then begins  
to count down.  
6) When you are finished recording, press the STOP soft key. The  
phone will play the recorded ringer. To re-record the ringer, press  
the ReRec soft key.  
7) Enter the title of this ringer (up to 12 characters) using the number  
keypad, the DELETE soft key, right, or left key.  
8) Press the center of the joystick, you will hear a confirmation tone,  
and Done! appears.  
Set Animation Type  
1) Select menu option  
.
2) Go to Animation Type and highlight the animation you want.  
3) Press the SELECT soft key to activate it.  
Set Themes (wallpaper)  
1) Select menu option  
.
2) Go to Wall Paper and highlight the wallpaper you want. Press the  
VIEW soft key to see the wallpaper or the center of the joystick to  
activate it.  
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Set Color Scheme (Color handsets Only)  
1) Select menu option  
.
2) Go to Color Scheme and select the color you want. As you scroll  
through the options, the phone displays the highlighted color for you.  
Creating and Editing Phonebook Entries  
Press the joystick to the left, and then press the STORE soft key for the  
1st entry. From the 2nd entry, press the OPTIONS soft key. Select New  
Entry to store, or Edit Selection to edit the location. Enter as  
much information as you want. Press the center of the joystick to enter  
each entry and confirm the selection. When you finish, press the DONE  
soft key to save this phonebook entry.  
Operational Restrictions  
Several of your handset's advanced settings such as Room Monitor,  
Unique ID and Call Privacy, will operate differently with the TRU8  
Series Phones.  
Setting Privacy Mode  
Privacy mode prevents interruption from other registered handsets or  
the base. This works only when the phone is in use:  
While on a call, press the OPTIONS soft key. Use the joystick to select  
Call Privacy. Privacy Mode On appears in the display. To exit  
Privacy Mode, use the same procedure.  
OR  
1) Select menu option  
2) Go to Handset.  
3) Select Call Privacy.  
.
4) Use the joystick to select On.  
You will hear a confirmation tone.  
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Setting Unique ID  
You can assign special ringer tones to anyone in your phonebook. When  
your phone gets a call, it looks up the Caller ID information in your  
phonebook; if you have assigned a distinctive ringer and pictures to  
that number, the phone uses them to tell you who's calling.  
1) Select  
.
2) Go to Handset.  
3) Select Unique ID.  
4) Use the joystick to select On.  
A confirmation tone tells you that distinctive ringing is active.  
When viewing a Caller ID entry, the picture that  
corresponds to the Phonebook Unique ID setting appears.  
If the Unique ID is set to Off, the phone uses the default  
picture for viewing Caller ID entries.  
Setting Room Monitor On/Off  
To prevent the monitoring of a particular handset or the base, simply  
turn off the Room Monitor Feature. To turn off the Room Monitor:  
1) Select  
.
2) Go to Handset.  
3) Select Room Monitor.  
4) Use the joystick to select Off.  
You will hear a confirmation tone.  
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Battery Information  
Low battery alert  
When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to  
eliminate functions in order to save power.  
The battery pack needs to be charged when:  
- The empty battery icon appears.  
-
Low Battery appears in the display.  
If the phone is in standby mode, none of the  
keys will operate. If you are on a call,  
complete your conversation as quickly as  
possible, and return the handset to the  
cradle.  
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Cleaning the battery charging contacts  
To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the  
handset once a month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub  
the damp cloth over the charging contacts until all visible dirt is  
removed. Dry the contacts thoroughly before returning the handset  
to the cradle.  
Caution: Do not use paint  
thinner, benzene, alcohol, or  
other chemical products. Doing  
so may discolor the surface of  
the telephone and damage the  
finish.  
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I.C. Notice  
TERMINAL EQUIPMENT  
NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical  
Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the  
registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of  
Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not  
imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.  
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is marked on the  
equipment itself. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the  
maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The  
termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the  
requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed  
five.  
RADIO EQUIPMENT  
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada  
technical specifications were met.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation of the device. “Privacy of communications may not be ensured when  
using this telephone.”  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation  
in the United States and/or other countries.  
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One Year Limited Warranty  
Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.  
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.  
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.  
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 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 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 EXPRESSED, 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.  
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 and Canada.  
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). Disconnect the battery from the Product and separately  
secure the battery in its own separate packaging within the shipping carton. 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:  
Uniden America Corporation  
Parts and Service Division  
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.  
Fort Worth, TX 76155  
(800) 297-1023, Mon-Fri 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sat/Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.  
(Phone support is closed on holidays.)  
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