If the number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained for redial. If you have not pressed any key for 30 seconds, the phone returns to standby mode. If you press end, the operation is canceled and the phone will return to the standby mode. If the redial memory is empty, you will hear a beep. When using the redial feature in talk mode, only the last number dialed will be displayed.

Redialing from Talk Mode

1) Press talk/flash. 2) Press redial/p. The last number dialed will be displayed and redialed. To hang up, press end.

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Ringer Volume Setup

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. 2) Press select/ch.
If you select Ringer Off, Ringer Off appears on the display when you make or receive calls, or charging the handset.
3) Press + or - to move the pointer through the ringer settings (Ringer Off, Ringer Low, or Ringer High). You will hear a ringer or melody at the selected volume. 4) Press select/ch, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
Ringer Mute (temporarily)
You can temporarily mute the ringer tone. When the handset is off the base and the phone is ringing, press end. The ringer tone will return to the previous setting starting with the next incoming call.

Ringer Tone Setting

If you set the ringer to Off, the ringer tone will not sound.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. 2) Press - to move the pointer to Ringer Tones, then press select/ch. You can choose from 6 ringers or 4 melodies: - Ringer [Flicker, Clatter, Leap Frog, Ping Ball, Reminder, Soft Alert] - Melodies [Beethovens9, For Elise (Elise), Merry Christmas (Merry-Xmas), Home Sweet Home (Hm Swt Hm)] 3) Press + or - to move the pointer. You will hear the ringer or the melody as you scroll through the options. 4) Press select/ch and you will hear a confirmation tone.

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Distinctive Ringer Setup

Distinctive Ringer allows you to preset memory locations with a designated ring tone. When an incoming call is received and the Caller ID information matches the information in one of the memory locations, the Distinctive Ring that has been stored for that particular caller will sound. If you have set multiple memory locations with distinctive rings, switching the setting to Distinctive Off will result in no distinctive ringing. All incoming calls will have a normal ring tone. Switching to Distinctive On will activate all programmed distinctive ring memory locations. 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. 2) Press - to move the pointer to Distinct. Ring, then press select/ch. 3) Press + or - to choose Distinctive On or Distinctive Off. 4) Press select/ch and you will hear a confirmation tone.

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With the Speakerphone feature When the Speakerphone is in use and the handset is on the base, a call will be transferred to the handset when you pick up the handset from the base. For the call transfer between the second handset and the handset or the base, see Call Transfer Feature on page 54.

Flash and Call Waiting

If you have Call Waiting service and a call waiting tone sounds while you are on a call, press talk/flash to accept the waiting call. There is a short pause, then you will hear the new caller. To return to the original caller, press talk/flash again.
You must subscribe through your local telephone company to receive Call Waiting Service.

New Message LED

The New Message LED on the handset is designed to work with your answering system. The LED flashes when you have new messages in your answering system. The LED stops flashing when all new messages are played back (see Using your Answering System on page 47).

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Phonebook

Phonebook allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory location, and you can search names in alphabetical order. You have a total of 100 locations that can be used for the phonebook (including the Speed dial locations) and Caller ID messages.
If you get an incoming call, a transferring call, or page, the operation is canceled.
If you press end or dont press a key within 30 seconds while in the storing operation, the phone will return to the standby mode. When the memory is full, you will hear a beep and Memory Full appears. You cannot store names and numbers. The pause key counts as one digit. Pressing redial/p more than once increases the length of pause between numbers.
Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press pb/rocket/<. The handset displays the number of the phonebook locations used, and information on searching and storing phonebook locations. (1st line) the number of the phonebook locations used (2nd line) How to search (the number keypad, + or -) (3rd line) How to enter the storing operation (Press select/ch) 2) Press select/ch, then Store/Edit Name appears. 3) Store the name (up to 16 characters) by using the number keypad. See the Steps for entering names and special characters (see page 29). Use cid/> and pb/rocket/< to move the cursor to the desired location. Use xfer/del to delete characters as needed. Press and hold xfer/del to delete all the characters. If a name is not required, go to step 4. 4) Press select/ch to store the name, then Store/Edit No. appears. 5) Press the number keypad to enter the phone number (up to 20 digits), then press select/ch to store the number.

RocketDial (One Touch Dialing)
You can store a number you dial often in the RocketDial. The rocket dialing allows you to dial a number with one key press.
Memory location for the RocketDial is independent from the memory location for the phonebook.

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Storing the RocketDial

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press pb/rocket/<. 2) Press - once to display the RocketDial menu, then press select/ch. Store the name, phone number, and distinctive ring by following the steps 3 to 6 under Storing the Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial on page 28-29.
Making calls with the RocketDial
When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold pb/rocket/<. The number in the rocket location is dialed.

Deleting the RocketDial

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press pb/rocket/<. 2) Press - to display the RocketDial menu. 3) Press xfer/del. 4) Press + to move the pointer to Yes. 5) Press select/ch. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Chain Dialing

The memory locations in the handset are not limited to phone numbers. You can also store a group of numbers (up to 20 digits), that you need to enter once your call connects. This is referred to as Chain Dialing. An example of this is a bank account number. Store the special number in the RocketDial. (Refer to Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial on page 28.) Once you have called your bank, and when you are prompted to enter the account number, press pb/rocket/< and - to select the number in the RocketDial, then press select/ch.

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Caller ID

You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the callers name and phone number on the display before you answer the phone. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number and store the information for memory dialing. Make sure you have turned on the Caller ID/Call Waiting feature (See page 17). Important: Memory locations for Caller ID messages and Phonebook locations are common, you can store up to 100 in total. Caller ID messages will not be stored when you have stored 100 entries in each phonebook locations. The earliest Caller ID message is overwritten when you have stored 100 entries in each phonebook locations and Caller ID messages in total.
1) When the Caller ID message is received, the display shows the callers name and phone number along with the date and time. The incoming call information is stored in the Caller ID record. If the Caller ID service includes the callers name, the name will appear on the display (up to 15 characters). You may receive any one of the following messages: When invalid data is received Incomplete Data When a private name is received Private Name When a private number is received Private Number When a unknown name is received Unknown Name When a unknown number is received Unknown Number 2) When you pick up the phone, the display changes to Talk. (If AutoTalk feature is set to On.)

If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (Example: before the second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear nor will it be stored in memory. When the call is received via a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID service, the callers phone number and name will not appear. (This includes some international calls.) When the call is via a private branch exchange (PBX), the callers phone number and name may not appear.

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Viewing the Caller ID List
The number of calls from the same Caller ID appears next to the received time. Once you have reviewed the new message, the number will be cleared and disappears. If you press end while in the operation, the phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected when you view the Caller ID list during a call). If you dont press a key within 30 seconds while performing this operation, the phone will return to the standby mode (or back to a call when you view the Caller ID list during a call).
The Caller ID list stores information for incoming calls even unanswered calls. You can store 100 of the Caller ID messages and phonebook locations (including Speed dials) in total. You can view the Caller ID list during a call or when the phone is in the standby mode. 1) Press cid/>. The summary screen appears. The screen shows the number of new messages and the total number of messages. 2) View the Caller ID messages by following these procedures. From new to oldest: a. Press - to display the latest Caller ID message. b. Press - to see the previous message. From oldest to new: a. Press + to display the earliest Caller ID message. b. Press + to see the next message. In alphabetic order: Press the number keypad (2-9 and 0) to display the Caller ID messages in alphabetical order. Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired letter.
Once you view the Caller ID list in alphabetical order, you cannot switch to the Caller ID display in historical order (from new to old or from old to new) unless you exit the operation.
3) Press cid/> (if you view the Caller ID list during a call) or end.

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Deleting Information from the Caller ID List
Deleting a Caller ID message
1) While the incoming Caller ID information is displayed, press xfer/del. Delete Message? appears. 2) Press + or - to choose Yes or No. 3) Press select/ch or xfer/del. When the pointer is at Yes: A tone sounds and the Caller ID message is deleted. The next or previous Caller ID message is then displayed. When the pointer is at No: The display returns to the Caller ID message.
Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers

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The Integrated Answering System is easy and convenient to use, but please read through all of the instructions carefully.
Turning the Answering System On/Off
1) To turn the answering system On, press answer on/off in the standby mode. The current greeting message will be played and you will hear a confirmation tone. The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. 2) To turn the answering system Off, press answer on/off. After the announcement Answer off, the message counter display will no longer be illuminated.
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Screen Incoming Calls
You can screen calls when the answering system is On. 1) After the answering system answers, the base speaker will let you hear the calls as the machine records the message. 2) To answer the call, press (talk) or pick up the handset from the base (when AutoTalk is set to On). If the handset is away from the base, press talk/flash or, any number key, tone, or # (when AutoTalk is set to On). The answering system will disconnect automatically.
Setting up your Answering System
Setting your outgoing message (Greeting)
When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either the pre-recorded message or your own greeting.

Pre-recorded message

The following message is pre-recorded: Hello, no one is available to take your call. Please leave a message after the tone.
If the speaker volume is set to 0, you cannot use the callscreening feature. You can adjust the base speaker volume by pressing volume or while screening a call. If you set the answering system to Off and the system doesnt answer after ten rings, you cannot screen a call.
T H E I N T E G R AT E D ANSWERING DEVICE
Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting)
You can record a greeting up to 30 seconds long (more than 2 seconds). 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold greeting. 2) Start your recording after the announcement Record greeting. The message counter displays , then begins to count down. 3) When you have finished recording your greeting, press greeting or. You will hear a confirmation tone and your recorded greeting plays back for you.
Position yourself as near to the base as possible and speak clearly when recording your outgoing message.

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Choosing between the two outgoing messages

Turning the Message Alert tone Off by pressing any key
To quickly turn Message Alert Off, press any key on the base unit and the tone will automatically deactivate. To reset, go back into the menu setup mode (steps 1 - 3 above).
Turning the Message Alert tone Off when you are away from your phone
When all new messages are played back using the remote playback feature (see page 50) the Message Alert will automatically deactivate. The tone will not deactivate until all messages are played back.

Selecting the Language

You can select the Language of your answering system announcements to English, French, or Spanish. 1) Press menu six times. The current setting ( English, French, or Spanish) appears on the base, and it is announced (Hello English, Bonjour French, or Hola Spanish). 2) Press or to select the language. 3) Press set/ringer. A confirmation tone sounds, the system announces the new setting in the selected language.
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Using your Answering System
The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The TRU448 series is designed to play your new messages first. After you play all your new messages, you can then play your old messages.

Playing your messages

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, 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. 2) When all new messages have been played, you hear a beep and the system announces End of message. The system returns to standby. 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.

Repeating a message

1) Press to review your messages. The number of stored messages is announced. 2) To repeat the current message, press after a few seconds of beginning the message. To quickly scroll backwards through a message, press and hold. To repeat the previous message, press within a few seconds (about 4 seconds during remote operation) after a message begins playing. If you have several messages, press repeatedly until you return to the message you want to replay. If the current message is the first new message, the system plays back from the beginning of the current message (it does not go back into the old message group). 3) Press at any time to stop reviewing messages and return to standby. The message counter shows the number of messages stored in memory.

The voice memo messages are recorded as incoming messages. When the answering system is full, appears on the display and recording is terminated. If there is an incoming call, or if you press talk/flash on the handset or (talk) on the base, the operation will be canceled. A recorded conversation is treated as a typical message and will be added to the stored messages. You cannot record a 3-way conversation or a conversation using the speakerphone. [ 49 ]

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Remote Operation
You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone telephone or the handset.
For your convenience a remote operation card is provided for you to use while away from home (refer to page 67).
Remote access away from home
You can check, play, or delete messages, even record a new greeting message when you are away from home. Additionally, you can turn On or Off your answering system from a remote location.
You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering command waiting mode or the answering system automatically hangs up and returns to standby. The system will only playback messages for four minutes and then it returns to command waiting mode. To continue playing your messages, press # then 2 again within 15 seconds. If you enter an incorrect PIN code three times, you will hear a beep and the system will return to standby. During the remote operation, appears on the base.
1) Call your telephone number. 2) During the greeting message, press # and enter your PIN code within 2 seconds. (See Setting a Personal Security Code, page 44). 3) The answering system announces the current time and 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. 4) You may select a command from the following chart:
Command # then 1 # then 2 # then 3 # then 4 # then 5 Function Repeat a Message Playing incoming Messages Skipping a Message Deleting a Message Stop Operation Command # then 6 # then 7 # then 8 # then 9 # then 0 Function Answering System On Memo Record/Stop * Greeting Message Record/Stop * Answer System Off Help Guidance
*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, press # then 7 or 8.
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5) After the command has 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.

We refer to the TXC400 handset and the TRU448-2 handset No.2 as the second handset, and the TRU448 handset and TRU448-2 handset No.1 as the original handset in this section. Before use, you need to charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours, and for the TXC400 handset, register the handset.
How to Distinguish the Original Handset and the Second Handset
The original handset and the second handset are identical in appearance. To distinguish the original and the second handset, place the handset in the base charger. If you charge the second handset, HS2 appears, otherwise HS1 appears. There are some restrictions on the second handset, see Second Handset Operation on page 55.
Registering the Second Handset
You need to register the second handset before using (for TXC400 only). To register the second handset, simply place the second handset on the original base with the keypad facing down, until you hear a confirmation tone. If the TRU448 base is wall mounted, you will need to hold the second handset to the TRU448 base, until the status LED on the base is illuminated. You will need to re-register the second handset each time you change the digital security code of the original unit.
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Call Transfer Feature
You can transfer an outside call to the other handset.
If you transfer the call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, the call will be disconnected. For information on transferring a call between the original handset and base, see Transferring a Call on page 26.
To transfer a call (to the second handset)
1) Press xfer/del on the handset (or transfer on the base) during a call. The call will automatically be placed on hold and the transfer tone will sound. 2) When the other handset receives the call, the transfer tone stops. To cancel the (talk) transfer, press xfer/del or talk/flash on the handset (or transfer or on the base).
To receive a transferred call (from the second handset)
Pick up the original handset (when AutoTalk is set to On), or press talk/flash to answer the transferred call. Additionally, you can answer the transferred call by pressing any number key, tone, or # (when AutoTalk is set to On). To receive a transferred call with the base , press (talk) on the base.

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Second Handset Operation

Setting up

Charging Charge the second handset for 15-20 hours before using. When you charge the second handset, the display shows the name of the handset, HS2. Dialing mode Dialing mode is a universal setting. When the mode is changed on the original handset, the setting for the second handset is changed as well. CIDCW CIDCW setting is a universal setting. When the setting is changed on the original handset, the CIDCW setting for the second handset is changed as well. CW Deluxe setting is independent from the original handset. To set the CW Deluxe setting on the second handset, do the following. 1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press menu/mute. 2) Press - or + to move the pointer to Caller ID Setup, then press select/ch. 3) Press - or + to select CW Deluxe, then press select/ch. 4) Press - or + to select CW Deluxe On to active CW Deluxe features, then press select/ch.

Registration

For the TRU448-2 handset No.2, you can use it with the TRU448-2 base without registering the handset. However, you need to register the TRU448-2 handset No.2 each time you change the digital security code of the original base. Follow the instructions under Registering the Second Handset on page 53.

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Operation

Making and receiving calls If you press talk/flash on the handset while the other handset is in use, you will hear a beep and the handset will return to the standby mode. If you charging the second handset and pick it up at the same time when you pick the original handset from the base, the call will be transferred to the second handset. Security code You can change the digital security code, only from the original handset. Memory locations (Redial memory/Dynamic memory locations) Memory locations in the original handset and the second handset are independent. Page If you press any key on a handset while paging, the paging sound from the other handset will stop as well. 3-way conversation You can initiate the 3-way conversation with the second handset. However, a 3-way conversation cannot be conducted between the second handset, original handset, and an outside call.

You must complete the registration operation within 30 seconds, or the phone returns to standby mode. During the registration operation, you cannot receive an incoming call, page, or make a call.

Installing the Beltclip

To a t t a c h t h e b e l t c l i p Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks. To re m ove t h e b e l t c l i p Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes.

Headset Installation

Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, insert the headset plug into the headset jack. Your phone is ready for hands-free conversations. (Headset may be purchased by calling the Uniden Parts Department or visiting the web site. See page 9.)
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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 9). 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. Power Failure During the period that the power is off, you will not be able to make or receive calls with the telephone. Caution Use the specified Uniden battery pack (BT-446). 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.

Maintenance

When slightly dirty Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. When very dirty 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. 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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General Information

The phone complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68. Operating temperature: 0 C to +50 C (+32 F to +122 F) AC Adapter Information AC Adapter part number: Input Voltage: Output Voltage: Battery Information Battery part number: Capacity: Battery use time (per charge) From fully charged Talk mode duration: Standby mode duration: AD-312 for the base / AD-446 for the charger (TRU448-2 only) 120V AC 60Hz 9V DC 350 mA for the base / 9V DC 210 mA for the charger (TRU448-2 only) BT-mAH, 3.6V

6 hours 10 days

If the handset is left off of the base, the actual Talk mode duration will be reduced respective to the amount of time the handset is off the base.
Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the base after each phone call. When the operating time becomes short, even after the battery is recharged, please replace the battery. With normal usage, the battery should last about one year. A replacement Uniden adapter and battery 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. CST, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com. Specifications, features, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.

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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 wont illuminate when Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. the handset is placed in the base. Make sure the handset is properly seated in the base. Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and base are clean. The audio sounds weak Move the handset and/or base to a different location away from metal objects and/or scratchy. or appliances and try again. Press select/ch to help eliminate background noise. Make sure that you are not too far from the base. Cant make or receive calls. Check both ends of the base telephone line cord. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes, then reconnect it. Change the digital security code (See page 57). Make sure that you are not too far from the base. The handset doesnt ring or The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery on the base unit receive a page. 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. Change the digital security code (See page 57). 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 Caller ID does not display.
Suggestion The handset was picked up before the second ring. The call was placed through a switchboard. Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current. Charge the handset. Change the digital security code (See page 57). Make sure that you have registered the second handset (TXC400 only). Only one handset at a time can talk with an outside caller. To allow a different handset to talk to the caller, transfer the call to the other handset. Make sure the base unit is plugged in. Make sure that the answering system is turned on. Make sure that the message record time is not set to ANN (See page 45). 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. Record your greeting again. The default message should remain.

The handset doesnt communicate with the base or the other handset. The second handset cant join the conversation. The answering system does not work.
Messages are incomplete. After a power failure, the outgoing message is deleted. No sound on the base unit speaker during call monitoring or message playback. Cannot access remote call-in features from another touch-tone phone.
Adjust the speaker volume on the base unit.
If you still have a problem.
Make sure you are using the correct PIN number. Make sure that the touch-tone phone youre using can transmit the tone for at least two seconds. If it cannot, you may have to use another phone to access your message Call our customer hotline at 1-800-297-1023.

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Precautions!

Before you read anything else, please observe the following: Warning! Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a dry cloth for cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners. 4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect the product from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking on it. 9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or electrical shock. 10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to qualified service personnel when service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used. 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A.When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D.If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. (Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive repair work by a qualified technician.) E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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.
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3-way conferencing.ring options..22
Announce only feature..45 Answering system Deleting a message..48 Playing your messages.47 Recording a conversation.49 Remote access.51 Repeating a message.47 Skipping a message..48 Turning on/off.40 Area Code.18 AutoTalk..17
Call transfer feature..54 Chain dialing..34 Channel..25 Clock..44 Conversation, recording.49
Deluxe Call Waiting Features.39 Dialing mode..14 Digital security code.8, 57 Distinctive Ringer.23
Phonebook..28 Editing.33 Erasing.33 Making calls..32 Storing.28 Viewing.31 Precautions..63
Receiving a call..20 Redialing a call..21 Registering the second handset.53 Remote access Away from home.50 From your handset..51 Repeating a message..47 Ringer volume..22 RocketDial.33

E, F, G, H

Earpiece volume..23 General information..60 Greeting..41 Headset installation..58
Base speaker volume..43 Battery pack Preparing and charging.11 Replacement and handling..59 Beltclip..58

I, J, K, L

Important Safety Instructions..63 I.C. Notice..65 Language.19
Second handset operation.55 Setting up.10 Base unit..13 Handset..11 Skipping message.48 Speed dialing..32

M, N, O

Maintenance..59 Making a call..20 Memory dialing..32 Mute..24 New message LED.27 One touch dialing.33 Outgoing message.41
Caller ID..35 Caller ID service.35 Calling.38 Call Waiting.17, 39 Deleting..37 Setting.17 Storing.38 Using..38 Viewing.36 [ 66 ] INDEX

T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

Transferring a call.54 Receive from the second handset.54 Transfer to the second handset.54 Troubleshooting..61 Voice Memo..49 Warranty..64

Package contents..9

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Remote Operation Card

R E M O T E O P E R AT I O N CARD

REMOTE OPERATION CARD

TRU448 series

OWNER'S MANUAL

For use only with models: TRU446, TRU4465, TRU448, TRU4485, TRUC46 (Card Phone)
As an Energy Star Partner, Uniden has determined that this product or product models meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy Star is a U.S. registered mark. 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.
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UU808BH (TXC400)

5/7/02

5:55 PM

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden TXC400 optional handset and charger. This additional handset is for use with the Uniden TRU446, TRU448, TRU4465, TRU4485, or TRUC46 (Card Phone) base. You can place a fully featured cordless handset anywhere in your home where AC power is available to connect the handset charger. The original base will support up to 2 handsets (the original handset and one TXC400 handset). The TXC400 will not be an alternative of the original handset, if the original handset is damaged.

Important

The TXC400 will not operate unless it has been registered to a Uniden TRU446, TRU448, TRU4465, TRU4485, or TRUC46 (Card Phone). Before the additional handset can be used, the battery must be charged and it must be registered with the base. This manual describes only the instructions specific to the additional handset. For detailed operation, refer to the owners manual supplied with the original unit (read Expanding Your Phone chapter first).
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. Cordless Handset Charger Battery Pack (BT-446) (Capacity: 800 mAH, 3.6V) AC Adapter (AD-446) (INPUT: 120V AC 60Hz) (OUTPUT: 9V DC 210 mA) Beltclip This Owners Manual Other Printed Material Uniden Parts Department at (800) 554-3988 Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.

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Install the Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack for at least 15-20 hours before completing the installation or using the handset. battery 1 Press down on thethe cover cover until release and slide down it comes off.
Connect the battery pack connector observing the correct polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the battery compartment.
Do not exert any force on this connection. It could cause damage to the battery or to the handset. The plastic connectors will fit in only one way. Once you are certain that you have made a good connection, then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. Do not pinch the wires.
Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it until it snaps into place. Place the handset in the charging cradle with the keypad facing forward. Use only the Uniden battery (BT-446) 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.

Battery Information

Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged (15-20 hours charge time) 6 hours continuous use 10 days when the handset is in the standby mode

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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 in the standby mode, Low Battery appears on the LCD and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, Low Battery appears and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging.
Cleaning the battery charging contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the battery contacts on the handset and base unit with a dry cloth or a pencil eraser about once a month. Do not use any liquids or solvents.

Connect the Charger

Connect the AC adapter to 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 keypad facing forward.

contacts

Make sure that the charger LED illuminates. If the LED does not illuminate, check to see that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the handset makes good contact with the base charging contacts. Use only the supplied AD-446 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. HS2 appears on the display while the handset is charging.

Polarity of the plug

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Register the Handset

You need to register the TXC400 before use. To register the additional handset, do the following steps in compliance with your original unit.
For TRU446/TRU4465/TRU448/TRU4485 unit
Place the TXC400 handset on the original units base until you hear a confirmation tone. If the original base is mounted, you will need to hold the handset to the base until the status LED on the units base is illuminated. If the original base is a TRU448, to register the TXC400, place the TXC400 on the TRU448 base with the keypad facing down. If you did not hear the confirmation tone, register the TXC400 again. In some cases you may need to attempt registration a few times.
For TRUC46 (Card Phone) unit
Unplug the AC adapter of the TRUC46. Press and hold PAGE on the TRUC46 base, while you plug in the AC Adapter, until the status LED on the base flashes. Press talk/flash on the TXC400s handset. Handset Registering appears. When the operation is finished, you will hear a confirmation tone and Registration Complete will appear. The status LED is no longer illuminated. If the registration fails, Registration Failed appears. Register the TXC400 again. You must complete the registration operation within 30 seconds, or the phone returns to the standby mode.

If you changed the digital security code of the original unit: You need to perform the following steps: code 1 De-register the digital securityDigital of the TXC400. (For instructions, see Change the Security Code in the owners manual supplied with the original unit.
Register the TXC400 to the original base by following the steps above.

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Call Transfer Feature
You can transfer an outside call to the original unit. For more instructions, see the owners manual supplied with the original unit. To transfer a call to the original unit To receive a transferred call from the original unit To cancel the transfer Press xfer/del during a call. When the original unit receives the transfered call, the TXC400 handset returns to the standby mode. Press talk/flash to answer the transferred call. Press talk/flash or xfer/del.
If you transfer a call and it is not picked up after 5 minutes, you hear a beep, and the call will be disconnected.
Using the TXC400 with the Integrated Answering Device
If the original unit has a built-in answering system, you can check your new messages, skip, repeat, or delete your messages with the TXC400 handset. For more instructions, see the owners manual supplied with original unit. To To To To To To playback a message skip a message repeat the current message repeat the previous message delete a message stop operation Press Press Press Press Press Press -. 3. 1 after four seconds. 1 within four seconds. 4. end.
If you press end before the answering system answers, the phone will return to the standby mode. When the answering system does not answer within 7 seconds, you will hear a beep and the phone will return to the standby mode. When you receive a call, the remote operation is canceled.

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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 owners 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. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the owners 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: Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service Division 4700 Amon Carter Blvd. Fort Worth, TX 76155 (800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday