Testing the connection

Pick up the handset from the base and press [TALK/flash]. You should hear a dial tone, and the display should show TALK.

Talk 0:01

What if I can't hear a dial tone? Check the telephone cord connection on the base. What if the display doesn't show TALK? Put the handset back in the base for at least five seconds. Make sure the charge/in use LED flashes.
Make a quick test call, and then press [END] to hang up. What if the call doesn't go through? Check to see if your telephone provider uses pulse dialing. (See section 3-1 on System Options.) What if there is a lot of static? Check the sources of interference described in section 1-1 on Choosing the best location: is the base near any of those?
1-5. Registering Accessory Handsets
One by one, put each additional handset in the base. The charge/in use LED should flash as the base recognizes the handset. What if the charge/in use LED doesn't flash? Pick the handset up and put it back in the base.
Wait at least five seconds, then pick up the handset and press [TALK/flash]. Make sure you can get a dial tone on each handset.

1-6. Things to Remember

When you charge the handsets, the Caller ID summary screen and the name of the handset appear in the display. Lots of people put HANDSET #1 in the base, but it doesnt matter which handset you put in the base and which one you put in the charging cradle. Now your phone is ready to use!

HS1 New :01 Total:17

1-7. Attach the Belt Clip

To attach the belt clip

Insert the tabs on the side of the belt clip into the holes on either side of the handset. Press the belt clip down until it clicks into place. (Tug on the clip to make sure its secure.)

To remove the belt clip

Gently pull the tabs out of the holes, then slide the belt clip off of the handset.
2) Getting to Know Your New Phone
2-1. A few Hints on the Manual
This manual uses several different type styles to help you distinguish between different parts of the phone: Bold text with [ ] indicates a key or button on the phone ALL CAPITALS indicates text on the display, such as menu options, prompts, and confirmation messages lower case bold text indicates a status light on the phone
Terms used in this manual
Base The main part of the phone that connects to your phone line and lets you make and receive calls.
Charging A cradle that charges the handset battery. It connects to power but does not connect to a cradle phone line. CID CIDCW Handset Standby Talk Caller ID is available from your telephone provider. With this service, you can see the name and number of incoming callers. Caller ID on Call Waiting is available from your telephone provider. With this service, you can see incoming caller information while on another call. A cordless handset that can be placed anywhere in your home or office where AC power is available. The phone is not in use. (It doesnt matter whether the handset is in the cradle: the [TALK/ flash] hasnt been pressed, and there is no dial tone.) A dial tone has been enabled, so you can dial and carry on a conversation with an outside party.

3-2. Handset-specific Options
These options can be set differently on each handset. You can also set these options while another handset is using the phone.
Setting the display language (LANGUAGE)
The handset menus can use English (ENG, default), French (FR) or Spanish (ESP). 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [cid/menu]. 2) Press [ ] to move the pointer to LANGUAGE. 3) Press [select/channel] to select ENG, FR. or ESP. 4) When the display shows the language you want, use [ / ] and [ ] to move the pointer to another menu item. OR If youre finished, press [END] to return the handset to standby. Note: To change the language used by the answering system, see Section 7-1 on Setting Up the Answering System.
Activating AutoTalk (AUTO TALK)
With Auto Talk, you can answer the phone just by picking up the handset from the cradle: you dont have to press any keys. If the handset is already off the cradle, Auto Talk also lets you answer by pressing any key on the twelve-key dial pad (instead of just [TALK/flash]). 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [cid/menu]. 2) Press [ ] to move the pointer to AUTO TALK. 3) Press [select/channel] to turn Auto Talk on. 4) Use [ / ] and [ ] to move the pointer to another menu item. OR If youre finished, press [END] to return the handset to standby.
Setting the ringer tone (RINGER)
You can set the ring tone separately for each handset. 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [cid/menu]. 2) Press [select/channel] to rotate through the four available ring tones (A, B, C, and D). As you switch to the next ring tone, the handset sounds a sample of that ringer. 3) When you hear the ringer you want, use [ / ] and [ ] to move the pointer to another menu item. OR If youre finished, press [END] to return the handset to standby. The handset will use the new ring tone starting with the next incoming call.
Setting the handset ringer volume (RING.VOL.)
You can choose from three ringer volume settings separately for each handset. To turn the ringer off, select RINGER OFF. 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [cid/menu]. 2) Press [ ] to move the pointer to RING VOL. 3) Press [select/channel] to rotate through the three available volume levels (HIGH, LOW, and OFF). As you switch to the next volume level, the handset sounds a sample of the current ring tone at that level. 4) When you hear the volume level you want, use [ / ] and [ ] to move the pointer to another menu item. OR If youre finished, press [END] to return the handset to standby. The handset will use the new ringer volume starting with the next incoming call. Note: If you set the ring volume to OFF, this handset wont ring. The base and other handset(s) will ring according to their individual settings.

To receive a transfer call
When a handset receives a transfer page, it sounds the distinct paging tone and shows CALL TRANSFERRED in the display. To answer a transferred call, pick up the handset and press [TALK/flash] or [ ]. (If Auto Talk is on, the phone automatically answers when you pick it up from the cradle; if the handset is already off the cradle, you can also press any key on the twelve-key dial pad.)
4-4. Redialing the Last Dialed Number
1) Pick up the handset from the cradle. 2) Press [redial/pause]. 3) Press [TALK/flash] or [ ]. OR 1) 2) 3) 4) Pick up the handset from the cradle. Press [TALK/flash] or [ ]. Listen for the dial tone. Press [redial/pause].
4-5. Adjusting the Speaker Volume
You can change the speaker volume on the base, the handset earpiece, or the handset speakerphone.

On the base

You can choose from ten volume levels ( - ) for the base speaker. Press [vol/select/ ] to make the volume louder or [vol/select/ ] to make it softer. Notes: You can't change the speaker volume when you're using the base setup menu. Exit the menu, and then change the volume. If you hear three quick error beeps, it means the speaker is already at the lowest ( ) or highest ( ) volume level.

On the handset

When you are on a normal call, press [ / ] to make the earpiece louder or [ ] to make it softer. The handset display shows the current volume level for the earpiece. When you are using the speakerphone, use [ / ] or [ ] to change the speaker volume. The handset display shows the current volume level for the handset speakerphone. There are four volume levels: LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH, and MAXIMUM. Notes: The handset earpiece and the handset speakerphone have separate volume settings. If you hear three quick error beeps, it means the earpiece or speaker is already at the lowest (LOW) or highest (MAXIMUM) volume level.
4-6. Finding a Lost Handset 4-7. Muting the Ringer
To locate a lost handset, press [find hs] on the base. All registered handsets will beep for sixty seconds. To cancel paging, press [find hs] again or press any key on the found handset. When the phone is ringing, you can mute the ringer on the base or the handset. Muting stops the ringer for the current call only: the ringer will sound with the next incoming call.

On the handset On the base
You can only mute the handset ringer if the handset is already off the cradle when the handset starts ringing. Press [END] to mute the incoming ring. Press [ ] to mute both the ringer and the answering system speaker. To turn the ringer back on for this call, press the [ringer]. Note:When you turn the ringer back on, the answering system speaker is still off; to turn the answering system speaker back on, press [vol/select/ ] or [vol/select/ ].
4-8. Using an Optional Headset
To install a headset, remove the headset jack cover and insert the headset plug into the headset jack. When you connect a headset, the earpiece and speakerphone are automatically muted. If you want to re-activate the earpiece or speakerphone, remove the headset plug. You will still make and receive calls as usual: just use your headset to talk to the caller once the call connects. You can purchase headsets from our website at www.uniden.com or by calling our Parts Department (See the back cover page).
5) Using Caller ID and Call Waiting
If you subscribe to Caller ID from your phone company, your phone will show you the caller's phone number and name (if available) whenever a call comes in. If you subscribe to both Call Waiting and Caller ID, the phone also shows you the name and the number of any call that comes in while you're on the line. The date and time received Caller's name Caller's Phone Number
5/11 12:30PM Jane Smith 214-555-1234
Note:If you answer a call before the Caller ID record is received (for example, before the second ring), the Caller ID record will not appear. The phone stores the Caller ID information for up to thirty incoming calls - even unanswered calls. If the phone receives more Caller ID records than it can store, the oldest record in the list is automatically deleted. For information on storing Caller ID records in the phonebook, see section 6-6.
5-1. Reviewing the Caller ID Record List
You can review the Caller ID list when the handset is in standby or during a call. 1) Press [cid/menu]. The summary screen displays the total number of Caller ID CID records along with the number of new CID records (that is, calls that you haven't reviewed yet). New :01 2) Use [ ] to scroll through the records from the latest to the earliest, Total:17 or use [ / ] to scroll through the records from the earliest to the latest. 3) Press [cid/menu] to exit the Caller ID list. For new Caller ID records, the phone keeps a count of the number of calls received from the same caller (instead of saving the information multiple 12/30 11:59PM times). The Caller ID record shows the time and date of the most recent call Jane Smith from that number, and the number of calls appears next to the received time. The phone only maintains this count for new or unviewed records: 214-555-1234 once you review that record, the number is cleared.

5-2. Making a Call from the Caller ID List
1) With the phone in standby, press [cid/menu]. 2) Use [ / ] or [ ] to find the Caller ID record you want to call. 3) If you need to add or delete a 1 from the displayed phone number, press [1]. Whats this add or delete a 1 about? Any phone number in the Caller ID records might (or might not!) have a 1 at the front, depending on how different phone companies send the Caller ID information. The phone dials the number exactly as it appears in the Caller ID record. If the phone number is a long distance or toll call, but the Caller ID record does not have a 1 in front of the number, press [1] to add it. If the phone number is a local or non-toll call, but the Caller ID record has a 1 in front of the number, press [1] to delete it. 4) Press [TALK/flash] or [ ] to dial the number. Note:You can also press [TALK/flash] or [ ] before you access the Caller ID list. When you come to the phone number you want to dial, press [select/channel].
5-3. Using Seven Digits Instead of Ten
If you can make a local call by dialing only seven digits instead of ten, you can tell the phone to hide your local area code in the Caller ID list; any calls from outside your area code will show all ten digits.

Entering your area code

You can enter the area code in each handset separately (for example, if you want to hide the area code on one handset but not another): 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [cid/menu]. 2) Press [ ] to move the pointer to select AREA CODE. If an area code was already stored, the handset will display it. 3) Press [select/channel] to edit the area code. 4) Use the number keys ([0] [9]) to enter all three digits of your area code. If you make a mistake, press [delete/transfer] to erase the last digit. 5) When the number is correct, press [select/channel]. A confirmation tone sounds. 6) Press [END]. The handset returns to standby. The phone uses the stored area code as a filter. When a call comes in, the phone compares the incoming area code to the code programmed in the handset. If the two codes match, the handset hides the area code in the Caller ID list. When youre in the Caller ID list, you can show the hidden area code by pressing [3]. Press [3] again to hide the area code. When you dial from a Caller ID list or store a Caller ID record in the phonebook, the phone dials or stores the digits exactly as they appear on the display. If you need to use ten digits, be sure to press [3] to show the area code before you dial or store the number. See Section 6-6 Storing Caller ID Records in the Phonebook.
5-4. Deleting Caller ID Records
Caller ID records are stored separately in each handset. Deleting a record from one handset will not delete the record from any other handsets. If you get an incoming call or page, the operation is canceled. To delete one Caller ID record 1) With the phone in standby, press [cid/menu]. 2) Use [ / ] or [ ] to find the Caller ID record you want to delete. 3) Press [delete/transfer]. The display asks you to confirm. 4) To delete the record, leave the pointer at YES. Or, if you changed your mind, press [ ] to move the pointer to NO. 5) Press [select/channel] to confirm. To delete all the Caller ID records 1) With the phone in standby, press [cid/menu]. 2) From the CID summary screen, press [delete/ transfer]. The display asks you to confirm. 3) To delete all the records, use [ / ] to move the pointer to YES. Or, if you changed your mind, leave the pointer at NO. 4) Press [select/channel] to confirm.

Ring time

The system announces "Ring time"
Set how much time callers have to leave messages. Select 1 or 4 minutes; select announce only (A ) to have the system answer but not let callers leave messages.

Record time

The system announces "Record time"
use to: Press use to: Press use to: Press
Have the system sound a tone when you have new messages. Select on ( ) or off ( ). The tone sounds every 15 seconds until you listen to all new messages.

Message alert

The system announces "Message alert"
Change the language of the voice prompts. Select English ( E ), French ( F ), or Spanish ( S ). This doesn't affect the handset display.

Language

The system announces "Language"
The system beeps and returns to standby.
7-2. Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting)
The answering system comes with two prerecorded outgoing messages, or greetings. The default greeting says: "Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone." If you change the answering system to announce only (so it wont record any messages), the greeting changes to: "Hello. No one is available to take your call. Please call again."
Recording your own greeting
When you record your own greeting, the answering system does not delete the two prerecorded greetings: it saves your greeting along with them. 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [greeting]. The base beeps and announces Record greeting. 2) Start recording your message. Your greeting must be at least two seconds but no more than thirty seconds. The message counter display counts down from thirty so you know how many seconds you have left. 3) When you are finished recording, press [greeting], [ ] or [set]. The base sounds a confirmation tone, plays your greeting back for you.

Selecting a greeting

You can switch between the prerecorded greeting and your personal greeting any time: 1) With the phone in standby, press [greeting] to hear the currently-selected greeting. 2) While the greeting is playing, press [greeting] again to switch to the other greeting. After the greeting finishes playing, the base sounds a confirmation tone.

Deleting your personal greeting
Press [greeting]. While the currently-selected greeting is playing, press [ ]. The base deletes the personal greeting and announces Greeting has been deleted. Note:You cannot delete the prerecorded greetings. Pressing [ ] always deletes the personal greeting.
7-3. Turning the Answering System On and Off
From the base Turning On Turning Off From the handset With the phone in standby, press [ ]. With the phone in standby, press [ / ] The message counter shows the number to access the answering system. Press [6]. of received messages. With the phone in standby, press [ ]. The message counter display turns off. With the phone in standby, press [ / ] to access the answering system. Press [9].
Note:If the answering system announces No remaining time when you turn it on, the memory is full (the message counter also shows. The answering system can't record any new messages until you delete some of the saved ones.
7-4. Listening to Your Messages
The message counter shows the number of messages stored in memory. If you have any messages that you haven't listened to yet, the message counter shows the number of these new messages only. The answering system plays your new messages first; after you listen to all the new messages, you can play any old messages. You cannot delete new messages. If you try to delete messages before listening to them, the answering system will beep and say Please playback all messages. You can listen to your messages from the base or from a handset: From the base Playing new messages Press [ ]. The system announces the number of new and old messages, then plays your new messages. From the handset Press [ / ]. The system announces the number of new and old messages. Then press [ /2] to play your new messages.

Repeating a message

Press [ ] once to restart the current message. Press [ /1] once to restart the current Press [ ] repeatedly to review previous message. Press [ /1] repeatedly to review messages. previous messages. Press and hold [ ] to rewind through the current message. Press [ ] to go to the beginning of the next message. Press and hold [ ] to fast forward through the current message. While a message is playing, press [ ]. The message is permanently deleted. Press [ /3] to go to the beginning of the next message. While a message is playing, press [ /4]. The message is permanently deleted.

7-7. Recording a Voice Memo
You can record a voice memo directly onto the base; this memo is handled like a regular answering system message. The memo must be at least two seconds long and no longer than four minutes. 1) With the phone in standby, press and hold [memo] on the base; the message counter flashes. 2) Start recording your message. 3) To stop recording, press [memo] again. The base sounds a confirmation tone and returns to standby. Note:If the memory is full, the message counter shows , and the base stops recording.
8) Using the Answering System While You're Away from Home
When you are away from home, you can operate your answering system with any touch-tone telephone.
8-1. Programming a Security Code
You must set a two-digit security code in order to access your answering system from another telephone. 1) Press [menu/clock] on the base to open the answering system menu. The voice prompt announces the first menu item. 2) Press [menu/clock] repeatedly until you hear the voice prompt announce Security code. 3) Use [vol/select/ ] or [vol/select/ ] to change the security code. Choose a number between and. Press and hold [vol/select/ ] or [vol/select/ ] to scroll though the numbers quickly. As you press [vol/select/ ] or [vol/select/ ], the voice prompt announces current number, and it appears in the message counter. 4) When you reach the number you want, press [set] to set the new code. Note:Dont forget your security code!
8-2. Dialing in To Your Answering System
1) Call your telephone number and wait for the answering system to answer. Note:If you turned on the Toll Saver feature, the answering system will answer after 2 rings if you have new messages and after 4 rings if you dont. If you call in to check for new messages, you can just hang up after the third ring. 2) While the greeting is playing, press [0] and immediately enter your security code. 3) The voice prompt announces the current time and the number of messages stored in memory, followed by short help prompts. After the voice prompts, the answering system sounds intermittent beeps to remind you that it is waiting for a command. Note:If you dont enter a command within fifteen seconds, the answering system automatically hangs up and returns to standby. 4) Enter a remote command from the following chart (you can enter during the voice prompts): To Play Incoming messages Stop Operation Repeat a message Skip a message Delete a message Press [0] then [2] [0] then [5] [0] then [1] [0] then [3] [0] then [4] To Turn the answering system on Turn the answering system off Hear the voice prompts again Start/stop recording a voice memo* Start/stop recording a personal greeting* Press [0] then [6] [0] then [9] [1] then [0] [0] then [7] [0] then [8]
* Enter the command again to stop the recording. 5) When you are finished, just hang up. The answering system automatically returns to standby. Note:For your convenience, a removable remote operation card is printed at the back of this manual.

8-3. Turn on the Answering System Remotely
If you forgot to turn on your answering system, you can turn it on remotely from any touch-tone telephone. 1) Call your telephone number, and let it ring ten times. 2) After ten rings, the answering system answers the phone, but it only sounds the waiting for command beeps. 3) Press [0] and then enter your security code. You can now use the remote commands to control your answering system. 4) To have the answering system remain on after you hang up, press [0] then [6]. The answering system plays the greeting and sounds a confirmation tone. 5) Hang up the phone. The answering system will stay on and answer any subsequent calls.
9) Mounting the Base on a Wall
You can mount the phone on any standard telephone jack wall plate.
Turn the base upside down to reach the desk stand.
On the stand, press in on the two latches near the bottom of the base, and remove the stand.
Rotate the stand 180 degrees, and insert the two tabs into the notches marked WALL.
Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack, and route the cord through the molded wiring channel on right side as shown.
Press the latches in and slip them into the notches near the top of the base.

To DC IN 9V

Connect the telephone cord to the TEL LINE jack and the telephone wall jack.
Tuck the extra telephone cord into the hole in the stand, and align the mounting slots on the base with the mounting posts on the wall jack.
Push in and down until the phone is firmly seated.
Note:To mount the phone directly on the wall, insert two 1 3/8 inch, #10 screws (not supplied) into the wall using anchors suitable for the wall material. Place the screws 3 15/16 inches apart, and allow 1/8 inch free space between the wall and screw heads.
10) Troubleshooting and Maintenance
10-1. Solving Common Issues
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first. If these steps do not solve your problem, please call our Customer Hotline. See back cover page for contact information. When you have this problem Try The charge/in use LED or LED Checking the AC adapter connection. won't turn on when the handset is Re-seating the handset in the cradle. placed in the cradle. Cleaning the charging contacts on the handsets (See section 10-8). The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Moving the handset closer to the base. Moving the handset and/or base away from metal objects or appliances and try again. Changing the channel by pressing [select/channel] during a call. This can help eliminate background noise. Checking the telephone cord connection. Disconnecting the AC adapter. Wait a few minutes, then reconnect it. Asking your telephone company if they use pulse dialing (See section 3-1). Charging the battery for 15-20 hours. Moving the handset closer to the base. Changing the handset-to-base code (See section 10-3). Making sure the ringer isnt turned off (see section 3-2). Charging the battery for 15-20 hours. Checking the battery pack connection. Changing the channel by pressing [select/channel] during a call to help eliminate background noise. Keeping all handsets away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control toys, wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights, and electrical appliances. Moving the base to a better location (see section 1-1). Letting incoming calls ring at least twice before answering. Checking to see if the call was placed through a switchboard. Checking with your telephone service provider to make sure your Caller ID service is active (See section 5). Checking the battery pack connection. Charging the battery for 15-20 hours. Changing the handset-to-base code (See section 10-3). Moving the handset closer to the base. Seeing if another handset is on a call or checking messages. (Two handsets cant communicate to the base at the same time.) Making sure the base is plugged in. Changing the handset-to-base code (See section 10-3). Changing the handset-to-base code (See section 10-3). Only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller. To allow the other handset to talk to the caller, transfer the call (See section 4-3). Making sure the AC adapter is plugged into wall outlet. Making sure the answering system is turned on (See section 7-3). Setting the record time to either the one minute or four minute option (See section 7-1). The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the saved messages (See section 7-4). 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 (See section 7-4).

10-4. Traveling Out of Range
During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base noise increases. If you pass the range limits of the base, your call will terminate within one minute.

10-5. Liquid Damage

Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. If the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, but only the exterior plastic housing is affected, wipe off the liquid, and use as normal. If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic housing (i.e. liquid can be heard in the phone or liquid has entered the handset battery compartment or vent openings on the base), follow the steps below: Handset Base 1) Remove the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation. 1) Disconnect the AC adapter 2) Disconnect the battery pack. Leave the battery cover off and the from the base, cutting off battery pack disconnected for at least three days. electrical power. 3) Once the handset is completely dry, reconnect the battery pack and 2) Disconnect the telephone cord the battery cover. from the base. 4) Recharge the handset's battery pack for 15 to 20 hours before using. 3) Let dry for at least three days. IMPORTANT: You must unplug the telephone line while recharging the battery pack to avoid charge interruption. CAUTION! DO NOT use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process. This will cause permanent damage to the handset, base and the microwave oven. After following these steps, if your cordless telephone does not work, please call our Customer Service Hotline. See back cover page for contact information.

10-6. Specifications

The phone complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Operating temperature 0C to +50C (+32F to +122F) AC Adapter For the base Part number PS-0003 Input Voltage 120V AC 60Hz Output Voltage 9V DC 350mA Part number BT-905 Capacity 600mAh, 3.6V 921.103102 923.787761 MHz 5,856.533347 5,863.692437MHz For the charging cradle PS-0007 120V AC 60Hz 9V DC 210mA

Battery Frequency

Note:To avoid damage to the phone, use only Uniden PS-0003, PS-0007 and BT-905 with your phone. Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.
10-7. Power Failure Operation
During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone.

10-8. Battery Information

Average battery life

With average use, your handset battery provides approximately six hours of talk time and approximately seven days of standby time. You can achieve optimum battery life and performance by returning the handset to the cradle after each use. When your handset is left off of the cradle, the battery will gradually discharge even if the handset is not being used. The actual talk time duration will be reduced in proportion to the amount of time the handset is off the cradle.

Low battery alert

When the battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. If the phone is not in use, LOW BATTERY CHARGE HANDSET appears on the LCD, and none Low Battery of the keys will operate. During a call, the handset beeps, and the LCD Charge Handset flashes LOW BATTERY. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the cradle for charging. Note:Information stored in the phone's memory will be retained for thirty minutes after the battery pack is removed. This includes all setup information, last number dialed, speed dial memory, and the CID list.
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. To order replacement batteries, please contact Unidens Parts Department. The contact information is listed on the back cover page. Warning: To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden battery model and Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product. Caution: Use only the specified Uniden battery pack (BT-905). 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.
Cleaning the 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.

Contacts

Caution: Do not use paint thinner, alcohol, or other chemical products. Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish.
11) Legal and Warranty Information

11-1. Precautions!

Before you read anything else, please note the following: Warning! Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.

11-2. Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Information
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. Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Batteries Must Be Recycled or Disposed of Properly As part of our commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources, Uniden voluntarily participates in an RBRC industry program to collect and recycle used Ni-Cd batteries within the United States. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area. (RBRC is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.)
11-3. Lead Content Information
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. Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories.
11-4. Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1. 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. 2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local authorities for possible battery disposal instructions. 5. Do not disassemble any component of this product. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Do not open or mutilate the battery, and disconnect the battery before shipping this product.
11-5.The FCC Wants You To Know
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company. An applicable Universal Service Order Codes (USOC) certification for the jacks used in this equipment is provided (i.e., RJ11C) in the packaging with each piece of approved terminal equipment. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details. The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone provider. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. Please follow instructions for repairing, if any (e.g. battery replacement section); otherwise do not substitute or repair any parts of the device except as specified in this manual. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. This equipment is hearing aid compatible. Should you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact Uniden customer service at 800-297-1023. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.