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Product Type Cordless Phone
Technology 2.4 GHz Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Expandability Supports up to 8 handsets
Display LCD with date, time, caller ID, and icons
Caller ID Yes, with Call Waiting Deluxe (7 options)
Phonebook Memory 100 locations (shared with Caller ID list)
Speed Dial 10 locations (SPD1-SPD0)
Ring Tones 16 options (8 ringers + 8 melodies)
Hands-Free Speakerphone in handset
Intercom Yes, between handsets
DirectLink Mode Two-way transceiver mode for handsets
Battery Type AA Ni-MH rechargeable (1500 mAh)
Talk Time Up to 7 hours (5 hours with Clarity Booster on)
Standby Time Up to 14 days (24 hours in DirectLink mode)
AC Adapter (Base) AD-800, 9V DC 350 mA
AC Adapter (Charger) AD-310, 9V DC 210 mA (DCT5260-2 only)
Headset Jack Yes, compatible with Uniden HS910
Beltclip Included
Language Support English, French, Spanish
Security Digital security code with Random Code
Warranty 1 year limited
Maintenance Clean with dry cloth; clean charging contacts with damp cloth
Safety Do not expose to rain or moisture; use only specified batteries and adapters

Frequently Asked Questions - DCT 5260-2 UNIDEN

How long should I charge the batteries before first use?
Charge the batteries continuously for 17-20 hours before using the phone. After that, regular charging takes place when the handset is placed in the base.
How do I register an extra handset to the base?
After charging the extra handset for 17-20 hours, place it in the base unit. Registration will start automatically. You will see "Handset Registering" on the display, and when complete, "Registration Complete" appears.
Can I use the phone during a power outage?
No, the phone requires AC power to operate. During a power failure, you will not be able to make or receive calls.
How do I set the language on the display?
Press the MENU soft key, select "Handset Setup", then "Language". Choose from English, French, or Spanish using the volume keys and press OK.
What is the DirectLink mode and how do I use it?
DirectLink mode allows two handsets to work as transceivers for direct communication without using the base. To use it, enter the "DirectLink Mode" menu and press ENTER on both handsets. Then press the DirectLink soft key and select the other handset number.
How do I clean the phone?
For light dirt, wipe with a soft dry cloth. For heavy dirt, use a cloth dampened with diluted neutral detergent, then dry with a dry cloth. Clean the charging contacts monthly with a dry cloth or pencil eraser.
Why doesn't the handset ring when a call comes in?
Check that the ringer volume is not set to Off. Ensure the handset is within range of the base. Also, the batteries may need charging. If the problem persists, try deregistering and registering the handset again.
How do I access my voicemail with this phone?
First, program your voicemail access number via the menu (Handset Setup > Edit Voice Mail). Once stored, press the voicemail key (envelope icon) on the handset to dial your voicemail.
Can I transfer a call from one handset to another?
Yes. During a call, press the intercom/hold key, then select the handset you want to transfer the call to. The call is placed on hold. When the other handset answers, you can hang up to complete the transfer.
What type of batteries should I use?
Use only AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (specifically BT-211AR or equivalent). Do not use alkaline, lithium, or non-rechargeable batteries. Using incorrect batteries may damage the phone.

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USER MANUAL DCT 5260-2 UNIDEN

24GHz

MULTI HANDSET CORDLESS SYSTEM

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SET-UP GUIDE

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Contents

WELCOME/FEATURES 3

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 5

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 6

DISPLAY AND ICONS 8

ABOUT SOFT KEY FUNCTION/TERMINOLOGY 9

GETTING STARTED 10

Read this First 10

Checking the Package Contents 11

Setting up the Phone 12

DCT5260 Flow Chart 16

About the Menu 18

Setting up the Menu 20

BASICS 26

Making and Receiving Calls 26

Placing a Call on Hold 27

Redialing a Call 28

Ringer Mute (temporarily) 29

Adjusting the Earpiece and Handset Speaker Volume 29

Mute Microphone 29

Tone Dialing Switch-over 30

Traveling Out-of-Range 30

Clarity Booster 30

Find Handset 31

Flash and Call Waiting 31

Using One Touch Voice Mail Access 32

PHONEBOOK 33

Storing Phone Numbers, Names,

Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial 33

Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters 35

Viewing the Phonebook 37

Making Calls Using the Phonebook 38

Speed Dialing 38

Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial 39

Chain Dialing 40

CALLER ID 41

Viewing the Caller ID List 42

Deleting Information from the Caller ID List 43

Using the Caller ID Message List 44

Call Waiting Deluxe Features 45

EXPANDING YOUR PHONE 46

Setting up an Extra Handset 46

Register the Handset 47

Using the DirectLink Mode 48

3-Way Conferencing 49

Intercom/Call Transfer Feature 49

Replacing the Base 50

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 51

Changing the Digital Security Code 51

Installing the Beltclip 51

Headset Installation 51

Note on Power Sources 52

Maintenance 52

General Information 53

TROUBLESHOOTING 54

Liquid Damage 56

PRECAUTIONS & WARRANTY 57

I.C. NOTICE 59

INDEX 60

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DCT5260 series Multi Handset Cordless System telephone. This unit is different from conventional cordless telephones. When the base unit is connected to AC power and a telephone line, it can support up to 8 handsets. Using extra handsets, you can establish a 3-way conference call (2 handsets and an outside line), while two other handsets are making an intercom call. You can now place a fully featured cordless handset anywhere in your home or office where AC power is available to connect the handset chargers.

Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

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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.

Features

Note: Energy Star ^® applies to DCT5260 only.

• 2.4GHz Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
• 8 Multi-Handset Expandability
- Hands Free Speakerphone in the Handset
- Call Waiting Deluxe
- Caller ID/Caller ID On Call Waiting
• 100 Dynamic Memory Location (Phonebook & Caller ID)
- Trilingual Function Menus (English-French-Spanish)
• Intercom/Call Transfer
• 16 Distinctive Ring Options (8 ringer tones and 8 melody ringers)
- Mute Feature
- Flash and Pause
• 88 Channel Auto Scan
- DirectLink™ Mode
- Voice Mail Access
- Battery Level Indicator
- Clock Display

WELCOME/FEATURES [3]

The DCT5260 series features include AutoTalk™ and AutoStandby™. AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the cradle so you don't have to waste time pushing buttons. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the cradle.

To protect you against mis-billed calls, which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the DCT5260 series has Random Code ^™ digital security, which automatically selects one of over approx. 130,000 digital security codes for the handset and base.

Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) technology improves calling range and clarity, and eliminates cross talk. Because it rapidly changes transmission frequencies within the 2.4GHz bandwidth, this cordless phone helps reduce the possibility of eavesdropping.

DirectLink mode is used when you have 2 or more handsets. You can use your handsets as transceivers.

Be sure to visit our web site: www.uniden.com

Uniden ^® is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation.

AutoTalk, AutoStandby, DirectLink, and Random Code are trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.

Step 1 Charging the Batteries Step 2

INSTALL THE AA BATTERIES

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Remove the cover.

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Install the batteries, observing the correct + - polarity.

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Replace the cover.

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PLUG INTO AC POWER

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Plug the AC adapter cord into the base unit and then to a 120V AC outlet.

Route the cord. To AC outlet AC adapter (supplied) To DC IN 9V

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Place the handset in the base.

Note:

You must charge the batteries continuously for 17-20 hours before using the phone.

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CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE

When the handset batteries are fully charged, plug the telephone cord into the base unit and then into a telephone wall jack.

Route the cord. To telephone outlet Telephone line cord (supplied) To TEL LINE

Your phone is set for tone dialing. If your local network requires pulse dialing, please see "Setting the Dial Mode" on page 24.

Step 3 Using the Phone

SELECT CALLER ID OPTIONS

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5 MENU O ROL PB

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Press the MENU soft key in the standby mode.

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Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "Global Setup", then the OK soft key.

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Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "CIDCbl", then the OK soft key.

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Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "Cl! On/CwDX On", "Cl! On/CwDX Off", or "Cl! Off/CwDX Off", then the OK soft key.

CHOOSE THE LANGUAGE

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Press the MENU soft key in the standby mode.

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Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "Handset Setup", then the OK soft key.

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Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "Language", then the OK soft key.

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Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to choose a Language, then the OK soft key.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE [5]

Controls and Functions

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  1. Handset Antenna

  2. Headset Jack Cover

  3. Beltclip Hole

  4. Hands Free Speaker

  5. Handset Battery Compartment

  6. Voice Mail LED

  7. Handset Earpiece

  8. LCD Display

  9. Talk/flash Key

  10. /təne/ ◀ Key

  11. Speaker Key

  12. Soft Keys

  13. Volume/ ▲(up) Key

  14. End Key

  15. Volume/ ▼(down) Key

  16. /▶ Key

  17. Intercom/hold Key

  18. Handset Microphone

  19. Handset Charging Contacts

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS[6]

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  1. Base Antenna
  2. Charge LED
  3. Find handset Key
  4. Base Charging Contacts
  5. Telephone Line Jack
  6. DC Power Input
  7. Charging Contacts (DCT5260-2 only)
  8. Charge LED (DCT5260-2 only)
  9. DC Power Input (DCT5260-2 only)

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS [7]

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Display and Icons

Example of the standby mode display

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5 MENU D RDL PB

Ringer off icon (when the ringer is Off) / day of the week and time

(hh:mm/A/P) / battery icon

Handset ID and Banner

Number of new Caller ID calls received

Soft keys

(These will not be displayed while the handset is charging in the cradle.)

ICON STATUSDESCRIPTION
Standby/TalkBattery icons indicate the handset battery status. This icon cycles depending on the battery status (empty, low, medium, and full).indicates that the batteries installed are not for use with this phone, remove the batteries immediately.
StandbyRinger off icon indicates that ringer is set to Off.
StandbyVoice mail soft key is used to access the voice mail (you will need to program the voice mail number to use this feature).
Talk Muteicon appears when you mute the handset.
TalkSpeaker icon appears when the handset speaker phone is used.

About Soft Key Function

In the standby mode In the talk mode

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5 MENU 1 D ROL PB Soft key 1 Soft key 2 Soft key 3

Talk 999:59 1234567890 MUTE MB UI CMDX Soft key 1 Soft key 2 Soft key 3

Soft key functions consists of soft key icons and soft keys (No. 1, 2, and 3). Each soft key corresponds to the icon displayed above, and each icon will be changed depending on the operation. Press the corresponding soft key to enter a menu, or select an item. In this manual, we refer to this combination of icons and keys as the soft key.

For example, you will use the soft keys when you want to:

  • Access the main menu
  • Set up CIDCW options
  • Access Caller ID messages stored
  • Store or edit phone numbers
  • Redial one of the last three numbers dialed from the handset
  • Etc....

Note: The soft keys will not appear while charging the handset.

Terminology

Throughout this manual, terms such as Standby and Talk Mode are used. Below is the terminology explanation.

Standby Mode - The handset is not in use, is off the cradle, and talk/flash or speaker has not been pressed. A dial tone is not present.

Talk Mode - The handset is not in the cradle and talk/flash or speaker has been pressed enabling a dial tone. "Talk" appears on the display.

ABOUT SOFT KEY FUNCTION/TERMINOLOGY [9]

Read this First

This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:

Step 1 (page 11)

Unpack the telephone and accessories.

Step 2 (page 12)

Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit.

Step 3 (page 13 to 15)

Then, insert the batteries into the handset. Connect the base unit. You must charge the batteries for 17-20 hours before plugging into the phone line and using the phone. Then set the dial mode.

Step 4 (page 16 to 25)

Finally, set the menu. You can set, for example: clock, CIDCW setting, area code, and Autotalk from the menu.

About the digital security code

This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your base unit. This security code prevents other cordless handsets from making calls through your base unit. If you want to change the security code, see page 51.

GETTING STARTED[10]

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.

  • Base unit (1)
  • Handset [DCT5260 (1) / DCT5260-2 (2)*]
  • AC adapter [DCT5260 (1) / DCT5260-2 (2)]
  • Rechargeable batteries [DCT5260 (2) / DCT5260-2 (4)]
  • Telephone cord (1)
  • Beltclip [DCT5260 (1) / DCT5260-2 (2)]
  • Charger (1) [DCT5260-2 only]

Also included:

• This Owner's Manual
• Other Printed Material

* For operations and restrictions on using multi handsets, read "Expanding Your Phone" on page 46.

Uniden Parts Department

(800) 554-3988

Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.

We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.

GETTING STARTED [11]

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If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, be sure that installing the system does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, contact your telephone company or a qualified installer.

Setting up the Phone

Do the following steps:

A. Choose the best location C. Connect the base unit
B. Install the AA batteries into the handset D. Choose the dialing mode

A. Choose the best location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, read "Installation Considerations" on page 58. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:

Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Choose a central location Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic Avoid microwave ovens Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock Avoid personal computers Avoid other cordless telephones

B. Install the AA batteries into the handset

Charge the batteries for at least 17-20 hours before plugging the phone line into your base unit.

1) Press down on the battery cover release and slide the cover down until it comes off.

2) Install the batteries supplied with your phone, observing correct + - polarity.

3) Securely close the battery compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place.

4) Place the handset in the charging cradle with the keypad facing up.

The DCT5260 series will only work with "AA" Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. If you use any other type of batteries, the display will show "Use rechargeable battery only".

Battery use time (per charge)

Fully charged (17-20 hours charge time)

- Up to 7 hours continuous use

- Up to 14 days when the handset is in the standby mode

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- Use only "AA" rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Do Not use Alkaline, Lithium, or non-rechargeable batteries. To insure maximum performance and safety, use replacement batteries specifically matched for this phone, contact www.uniden.com. Using incorrect batteries could damage or limit the performance and could cause bodily injury. - Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the cradle after each phone call.

GETTING STARTED [13]

Low battery alert

When the batteries are very low and need to be charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power.

The batteries need to be charged when:

- The battery icon appears.

- "Low Battery" appears in the display.

If the phone is in the standby mode, none of keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as quickly as possible, and return the handset to the cradle.

Cleaning the battery charging contacts

To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean the charging contacts on both the handset and the base unit once a month. Use a dry cloth or pencil eraser to clean. If the contacts become very dirty, using water only, dampen a cloth to clean the charging contacts. Then make sure to go back over the charging contacts with a dry cloth before returning the handset to the base to charge.

C. Connect the base unit

1) Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

2) Set the base on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the base unit as shown on page 15.

contacts

Route the cord. To AC outlet AC adapter (supplied) To DC IN 9V

3) Make sure the charge 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.

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  • Use only the supplied AD-800 AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter.
  • Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.
  • Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily.
  • While charging, all handset keys will be disabled.

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- After installing the batteries in the handset, charge your handset at least 17-20 hours before plugging into the phone line.

4) Once the handset batteries are fully charged, connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone outlet. Route the cord.

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If your telephone outlet isn't modular type, contact your telephone company for assistance.

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Modular

Route the cord. To telephone outlet Telephone line cord (supplied) To TEL LINE

D. Choose the dialing mode

Most phone systems use tone dialing, which sends DTMF tones through the phone lines. However some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas. The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the dial mode. To set the dial mode, see "Setting the Dial Mode" on page 24.

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  • If you are not sure of your dialing system, set the unit to tone dialing. Make a trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is, otherwise set the unit to pulse dialing.
  • If your phone system requires pulse dialing and you need to send DTMF tones in certain situations during a call, you may "switch-over" to tone dialing. (Refer to "Tone Dialing Switch-over" on page 30.)

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Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.

DCT5260 Flow Chart

• From the standby mode

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Caller ID\nRedial History\nPhonebook\nBACK BY"] --> B["Select a menu, then press the OK soft key."]
    B --> C["SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5 MENU D RDL PB"]
    C --> D["Access the voice mail dial (see page 32)."]
    D --> E["DirectLink Mode\nHandset Setup\nGlobal Setup"]
    E --> F["OK soft key OK soft key"]
    F --> G["To enter\nDirectLink mode\npress [ENTER"]\nBACK BY]
    G --> H["ENTER soft key"]
    H --> I["SUN 12:00A Handset #1\nDirectLink Mode\nCANCEL"]
    I --> J["DirectLink soft key\nGo to DirectLink operation (see pages 21, 48)."]
    J --> K["SUN 12:00A Handset #1\nDirectLink Mode\nCANCEL"]
    K --> L["OK soft key\nSetup the menu (see pages 21-23)."]

GETTING STARTED[16]

DirectLink Mode Handset Setup Global Setup OKBACK ↓ OK soft key Day & Time CIDCW Area Code Dial Mode OKBACK ↓ OK soft key

Setup the menu (see page 24).

Handset Setup Global Setup ►System Reset OKBACK ↓ OK soft key ►Deregister HS Replacing Base BACK BI or ↓ OK soft key

Setup the menu (see page 25).

• From the Talk mode

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  • Press the MUTE soft key to mute a call (see page 29).
  • Press the MENU soft key, then select:

  • "Booster On" to improve the sound quality (see page 30).

  • "Caller ID" to view Caller ID list (see page 42).
  • "Phonebook" to view phonebook locations (see page 37).
  • "Redial History" to view the last three number dialed (see page 28).

- Press the CWDX soft key to access the Call Waiting Deluxe Features (see page 45).

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The CWDX soft key appears only when the Caller ID setup is set to "CW On/CWDX On".

About the Menu

Most of the handset settings are set from the menu. The menu has 4 main menus (DirectLink Mode, Handset Setup, Global Setup, and System Reset) and submenus respectively.

Summary of the Main Menu and Submenu

Select this menu to enter the handset into Directlink mode. If you have 2 or more handsets, a pair of handsets work as transceivers. Use them at sporting events to stay in contact with family and friends, or at a shopping mall. To use this feature, you must set the two handsets to the DirectLink mode first (see page 21).

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This menu only applies when you have 2 or more handsets.

Handset Setup

All settings must be set separately for each handset in the Handset Setup menu.

Submenu name Description
Edit Voice Mail Program or delete the voice mail access number (see page 21).
Ringer Volume Adjust the ringer volume (see page 21).
Ringer Tones Adjusting the ringer tone (see page 22).
Distinct. Ring (Distinctive ring) presetSet the distinctive ring (see page 22). “Distinctive Ringer” allows you to 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.
AutoTalkAllows you to answer the phone without pressingtalk/flashorspeaker.When the AutoTalk is set to On, simply remove the handset from the cradle and the phone automatically answers the call (see page 22).
Anykey Answer Allows you to answer the phone without pressing talk/flashorspeaker.When the Anykey Answer is On, you can answer a call by pressing any number key, ✕/tone/◄, or #/► on the handset (see page 23).
Banner Customize the name of your handset, and display it in the LCD in the standby mode. For example, you can name the handset “John” (see page 23).
Language Language option can be used to choose the language of your display.You can select from English, French, or Spanish (see page 23).
Contrast Adjust the handset LCD brightness for better viewing (10 levels) (see page 23).

Global Setup

If you change the setting in one of the handsets, you change the settings for all handset(s) in the Global Setup menu. Only one handset can change a setting at a time.

Submenu name Description
Day & time Set the dayand time of your display (see page 24).
CIDCW Set the Caller IDon Call Waiting (CIDCW) setting. CIDCW performs the same as regular Caller ID on call waiting number (see page 24). CW Deluxe allows you to handle call waiting calls in seven different ways (see page 45).
Area Code Store or editthe area code. If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the "Area Code" option, your local area code does not appear in the Caller ID message. For calls received from outside your local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number (see page 24).Note:If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing, do not program this option.
Dial ModeSet the dial mode to tone or pulse (see page 24).

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Make sure the line is not in use, and the handsets are within the range limits of the base.

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For Deregister HS, make sure the line is not in use, and the handsets are within the range limits of the base.

System Reset

This menu is used to clear the handset ID from the base, or the base ID from the handset.

Submenu nameDescription
Deregister HS Clearthe handset ID from the base. Use this menu, for example when you change the digital security code (see page 25).
Replacing Base Clearthe base ID. Use this menu, for example, if you replace the base with a different base of the DCT series model (DCT5260/DCT5280/DCT5285 series) (see page 25).

Setting up the Menu

Entering the Menu

1) Press the MENU soft key in the standby mode.
2) Use volume/ ▲or ▼to move the pointer to a desired main menu (DirectLink Mode, Handset Setup, Global Setup, and System Reset).
3) Press the OK soft key to enter the menu. To return to the previous screen, press the BACK soft key.
4) Use volume/ ▲or ▼to select a desired submenu, then press the OK soft key to enter.

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5 MENU C D RDL PB MENU ►DirectLink Mode Handset Setup Global Setup OKBACK

In the submenu, volume/ ▲ or ▼ is used to select an item. Press the OK soft key to confirm your selection. To return to the previous screen, press the BACK soft key. For detailed instructions, see the following sections for the desired submenu.

5) To exit the menu, press the end key.

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  • If any of the following occurs during the menu operation, the operation will be cancelled.
  • Press the end key.
  • Press talk/flash or speaker.
  • Charge the handset.
  • Receive an outside/intercom call or page.
  • If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the standby mode.

1) Enter the "DirectLink Mode" menu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).

2) Press the ENTER soft key to enter the DirectLink mode. You will hear a confirmation tone, and "DirectLink Mode Complete" appears.

3) To return back to the normal mode, exit the DirectLink mode. To exit the DirectLink mode, press the CANCEL soft key, then the OK soft key, or return the handset to the cradle.

Handset Setup

Programming your Voice Mail Access Number

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Edit Voice Mail" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Enter your personal access number using the number keypad (0-9), */tone/◄, #/►, the PAUSE soft key, or the DELETE soft key.
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

To delete the current Voice Mail Access Number, delete all numbers in step 2 using the DELETE soft key and press the OK soft key.

Edit U_mail No. 1234567890: DELETE AUSE OK

Setting a Ringer Volume

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Ringer Volume" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to adjust the ringer settings (Ringer Volume Off, Ringer Volume Low, or Ringer Volume High). You will hear a ringer or melody at the Selected volume (if you select "Ringer Volume Off", no ringer or melody will sound).
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Ringer Volume High BACK ON

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  • If you select "Ringer Volume Off", RING icon appears in the display.
  • If you press volume/▲in Ringer Volume High or volume/▼in Ringer Volume Off, you will hear a beep.

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If you set the ringer to Off, the ringer tone will not sound.

Selecting a Ringer Tone

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Ringer Tones" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).

You can choose from 8 ringers or 8 melodies:

- Ringers [Flicker, Clatter, Soft Alert, Wake Up, Light Bug, Beep Boop, Tone Board, Chip Chop]

- Melodies [Beethoven's Symphony #9 (Beethoven9), For Elise (Elise), We Wish You A Merry Christmas (Merry-Xmas), Home Sweet Home (Hm Swt Hm), Lorri Song #6 Eyes Are Smiling (Irish Eyes), Aura Lee, Let Me Call Yo

Ringer Tones ▶ Flicker Clatter OK/BACK

2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to move the pointer. You will hear the ringer or melody as you scroll through the options.

3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Distinctive Ringer Setup

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Distinct. Ring" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).

2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "On" or "Off".

3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Distinctive Ring ►On Off BACK BY

Setting the AutoTalk

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Auto Talk" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).

2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to change the selection, "On" or "Off".

3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Auto Talk On Off BACK BY

Setting the Anykey Answer

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Anykey Answer" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to change the selection, "On" or "Off".
3) Press the OK soft key and you will hear a confirmation tone.

Setting the Banner

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Banner" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Use the number keypad (0-9), */tone/◄, #/►, or the DELETE soft key to enter or edit the name. To delete all characters, press and hold the DELETE soft key, then enter the new name.
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Selecting a Language

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Language" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to choose English, French (Français), or Spanish (Español).
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Adjusting the LCD Contrast

1) Enter the "Handset Setup" menu, then the "Contrast" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to adjust the contrast of the LCD (10 levels).
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

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If you press volume/▲ in the highest contrast level or volume/▼ in the lowest contrast level, you will hear a beep.

Anykey Answer On ▶ Off BACK BY

Banner BACK .OK

Language ►English Français OKBACC

Contrast - + BACK Back

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If you don't enter a banner, the phone will use the handset ID for the banner (for example: Handset #1).

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  • When a Global setting is changed from one handset, this affects all registered handsets.
  • For setting the Day and Time, the idle time-out is extended to 2 minutes.

Global Setup

Setting Day and Time

1) Enter the "Global Setup" menu, then the "Day & Time" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to select the day of the week, then press the NEXT soft key.
3) Press the number keypad (0-9) to set the time, then press the NEXT soft key.
4) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to choose "AM" or "PM", then press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Setting CIDCW

1) Enter the "Global Setup" menu, then the "CIDCU" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "CW On/CWDX On", "CW On/CWDX Off", or "CW Off/CWDX Off", then press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Day & Time SUN 12:00 AM BACK B

CIDCW CW On/CWDX Off CW Off/CWDX Off OKBACK

Setting the Area Code

1) Enter the "Global Setup" menu, then the "Area Code" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press the number keypad (0-9) to enter a 3-digit area code.
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Area Code BACK 0

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When the area code has already been stored in memory, the stored area code will be displayed. To change it, use the DELETE soft key and number keys to enter the new area code.

Setting the Dial Mode

1) Enter the "Global Setup" menu, then the "Dial Mode" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to change the selection, "Tone" or "Pulse" (the initial setting is Tone).
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Dial Mode ►Tone Pulse BACK B

System Reset

De-register the Handset

1) Enter the "System Reset" menu, then the "Deregister HS" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20).
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to select the handset ID to be de-registered from the list, then press the OK soft key.
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

When de-registration is complete, "Deregistration Complete" appears.

4) After de-registering the handset, move to "Replacing the Base Setting" below.

Which Handset? ▶Handset #1 Handset #2 BACK BY

Are you sure to deregister Handset #1? BACK BY

Replacing the Base Setting

1) Enter the "System Reset" menu, then the "Replacing Base" submenu (see "Entering the Menu" on page 20). "Do you want to replace Base?" appears.

Do you want to replace Base? BACK BY

2) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. The base information will be deleted.

When replacing the base is complete, "Please Register" appears, register the handset(s) to the new base (see page 47).

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  • To set "Autotalk", see page 22 or "Anykey Answer" see page 23.
  • The handset microphone is located at the bottom of the handset (see "Controls and Functions" on page 6). Position yourself as near to the handset as possible and speak clearly.
  • If the line is in use by another handset(s), "Line In Use" appears in all registered handset's display, that are not in use.

Making and Receiving Calls

On the handset, you may also use the speakerphone while talking to an outside call. Using the handset speakerphone is called "hands-free conversation". This feature allows you to easily communicate while performing other tasks, such as cooking. 📄 appears during hands-free conversations.

You can easily switch a call from normal conversation to "hands-free conversation". To switch a call, press the speaker key during the call.

Normal conversation Hands-freeconversation
To answer a callHandset On the CradlePick up the handset (AutoTalk) or pick up the handset and press talk/flash.Handset Off the Cradle Handset Off the Press any number key, ✕/tone/◄, or #/► (Any Key Answer), or press talk/flash.CradlePress speaker.
To make a callHandset Off the Cradle Handset Off the Cradle1) Press talk/flash.2) Listen for the dial tone. 2) Listen for the dial tone.3) Dial the number. 3) Dial the number.OR ORDial the number, then Dial the number, then press talk/flash.1) Press speaker. the dial tone. then press speaker.
To hang upPress the end key, or return the handset to the cradle (AutoStandby).
To enter a pause within the dialing sequenceWhen you dial the number in the standby mode, press the PAUSE soft key. “P” appears in the display, which represents a pause.

Placing a Call on Hold

1) During a call, press intercom/hold. The call will be put on hold.

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If you have more than one handset, once 10 seconds has passed or when you press the end key, the call will be put on hold.

2) To talk to the caller, press talk/flash or speaker on a handset. The phone will return back to the call.

Hold, to transfer ▶ Handset #2 Handset #3 BACK BY

Line On Hold Handset #1 New: 1 MENU ID RDL PB

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  • You can hold a call for 5 minutes, when 5 minutes has passed, the call is disconnected and the phone returns to the standby mode.
  • While a call is on hold, CIDCW can not be received.

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  • If the number exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are retained in redial memory.
  • If the redial memory is empty, you will hear a beep.
  • If you have not pressed any key for 30 seconds, the phone returns to the standby mode.
  • If you press the end key, the operation is canceled.

Redialing a Call

The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed.

Redialing from Standby Mode

1) Press the CID RDL PB soft key in the standby mode.
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to select "Redial History", then press the OK soft key. The phone number that was last dialed appears in the display.
3) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to toggle through the last three phone numbers dialed.
4) Press talk/flash or speaker. The selected number is dialed.
5) To hang up, press the end key.

8007303456 BACK D ▲ or ▼ ↑ 2145452930 BACK D ▲ or ▼ ↑ 8175551212 BACK D

Redialing from Talk Mode

1) Press talk/flash or speaker, then press the MENU soft key.
2) Select the number you dialed by following steps 2-3 in "Redialing from Standby Mode". To return to go back, press the BACK soft key.
3) Press the DIAL soft key.
4) To hang up, press the end key.
1) In the standby mode, recall the desired number by following steps 1-3 in "Redialing from Standby Mode".
2) Press the DELETE soft key.
3) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to choose "Yes".
4) Press the OK soft key. The redialed number is deleted.

Deleting a Redial Record

Delete Redial1? Yes No BACK B

Ringer Mute (temporarily)

You can temporarily mute the ringer tone. When the handset is off the cradle and the phone is ringing, press the MUTE soft key. The ringer tone will return to the previous setting starting with the next incoming call.

Adjusting the Earpiece and Handset Speaker Volume

You can select different volume levels for the handset earpiece and the handset speaker (6 levels: Low to Max). The volume can only be adjusted during a call. Press volume/ ▲or ▼to select the volume settings. When you hang up, the phone keeps the last volume setting selected.

UNIDEN DCT 5260-2 - Adjusting the Earpiece and Handset Speaker Volume - 1

If you press volume/ ▲ in the maximum volume level or volume/ ▼ in the lowest volume level, you will hear a beep.

Talk 0:15 - Volume + MUTE I volume/▲ volume/▼ Talk 0:15 - Volume + MUTE I

Mute Microphone

You can temporarily turn Off the microphone so that the person you are talking with cannot hear you.

During a telephone call press the MUTE soft key to turn Off the microphone. "Mute" and M appear in the display. Press the MUTE OFF soft key to cancel muting.

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If you press the end key to cancel muting, the call is disconnected and the phone will return to the standby mode.

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  • The tone feature only applies when the dial mode is set to pulse.
  • This special number can be stored in a memory location. This is referred to as Chain Dialing. (See page 40.)

- Normally, the talk time duration is 7 hours, however, when the Clarity Booster is On, the talk time duration will be up to 5 hours with fully charged batteries.

Tone Dialing Switch-over

Some telephone companies use equipment that requires pulse dialing (sometimes referred to as rotary dialing). If you need to enter tone dialing digits, you can switch-over to tone dialing during the call. For example, entering your bank account number after you have called your bank.

Initially make your call with the pulse dialing mode. Once your call connects, press ✕tone/ ◀. Enter the desired number. These digits will be sent as tone dialing. Once the call ends, the tone mode is canceled and pulse dialing mode resumes.

7 packets 8 tays 9 ways X tone 0 laser # speaker intercom hold

Traveling Out-of-Range

During a call, as you begin to move your handset too far from your base unit, noise may increase. If you pass the range limits of the base unit, you will hear a beep and "Out of Range" appears, then the handset returns to the standby mode. You may return back to the call if you move your handset within the range limits of the base, and press talk/flash or speaker within 30 seconds.

Clarity Booster

If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually improve the sound quality for clear operation. This works only when the phone is in use.

1) Press the MENU soft key.
2) Select "Booster On", then the OK soft key. "Clarity Booster" appears in the display.
To turn Off the Clarity Booster, press the MENU soft key, select "Booster Off", then press the OK soft key again.

▶ Booster On Caller ID Phonebook BACK B

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Find Handset

To locate the handset, press find handset on the base when the base is in the standby mode. All registered handset(s) beeps for 60 seconds, and "Paging" appears on the handset display.

Paging is canceled when pressing any key on the handset or find handset on the base. Additionally, if you receive an outside/intercom call or intercom, page is canceled.

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.

charge find handset

fish talk volume end 1 2 abc 3 def 4 shi 5 id 6 mno

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- If the handset batteries are completely drained, the handset will not beep when paging.

- You must subscribe through your local telephone company to receive Call Waiting Service.

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You must subscribe to voice mail service from your telephone company in order to use this feature. The voice mail service company will provide you with the access number.

Using One Touch Voice Mail Access

If you subscribe to voice mail service, you can use your phone to access your voice mailbox. The voice mail LED flashes whenever you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. Just program the handset with your access number and you can get your messages at the touch of a button. (The voice mail service provider will supply you with the access number. This number may be simply a phone number. Refer to the provider's literature.)

- To program or delete your Voice Mail Access Number → See page 21.

Dialing your Voice Mail Service

Once you've programmed your personal access number, you can dial your mailbox with the touch of a button. When you have messages, simply pick up the handset and press the 📄 key. If you have not entered the access number or it has been deleted, when you press the 📄 key, "No Number Stored Press [MENU] to store number" appears and you will hear a beep. The phone returns to the standby mode.

Voice Mail Access

The voice mail LED on the handset is designed to work with your voice mail service provided by your local telephone company. The LED flashes when you have new incoming messages in the voice mail service.

You may need to occasionally reset the indicators if they remain On after you've retrieved your messages. To reset the indicators, when the phone is in the standby mode press and hold find handset on the base until the paging sound stops (about 5 seconds).

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 dials) and Caller ID messages.

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- If any of the following occurs during a phonebook operation, the operation will be canceled. -Press the end key. The phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected).

-Press talk/flash or speaker.

-Receive an outside/intercom call or page.

-Charge the handset

-Receive a CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) (during a call or when the line is in use).

- If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the standby mode (or back to the call).

Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press the CID RDL PB soft key.
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to move pointer to "Phonebook", then press the OK soft key. The handset displays the following items:

(1st line) The number of the phonebook locations used

(2nd line) How to search (press the number keypad, volume/ ▲or ▼)

(3rd line) How to enter the storing operation (press the STORE soft key)

(4th line) The BACK and the STORE soft keys.

Phonebook : 50 Search [A-Z/↑/↓] Store [STORE] BACK BY

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You have a total of 100 locations. However, Caller ID messages and Phonebook share the memory locations.

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  • 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 the PAUSE soft key more than once increases the length of the pause between numbers. Each pause represents a 2 second delay.
  • Selecting a speed dial location where a number is already stored, releases the old number's speed dial setting. The new number will be stored in the speed dial location.

3) Press the STORE soft key, "Store/Edit Name" appears.
4) Enter the name (up to 16 characters) by using the number keypad (see the "Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters" on page 35).

If a name is not required, go to step 5. will be used as the name.

5) Press the OK soft key to store the name, "Store/Edit No." appears.
6) Press the number keypad to enter the phone number (up to 20 digits), press the OK soft key to store the number.
7) "Distinctive Ring" appears. Press volume/ ▲or ▼ to move the pointer to one of the Distinctive Ring options, then press the OK soft key.

Note If you choose not to store a "Distinctive Ring", simply select the "No Selectn" option.

8) "Speed Dial" appears. Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to move the pointer to select the Speed dial location (10 locations: SPD1-SPD0).
Note If you choose not to store the name/number as a Speed Dial, simply select the "No Selectn" option.
9) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone and "Done!" appears in the display.

Store/Edit Name Movies BACK DELETE OK

Store/Edit No. 8007303456 DELETE FAUSE OK

Distinctive Ring No Selectn Flicker BACK OF

Speed Dial ►No Selectn SPDI: BACK 0

Movies 800-730-3456 Flicker /SPD2 BACK DELETE EDIT

Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters

Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters. With each press of a number key (0-9), the displayed character appears in the following order: Upper case letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number corresponding to the key.

Number of times key is pressed
keys123456789
11
2 abcABCabc2
3 defDEFdef3
4 ghiGHIghi4
5 jklJKLjkl5
6 mnoMNOmno6
7 pqrsPQRSPqrs?
8 tuvTUVtuv8
9 wxyzWXYZwxyz9
0 oper&( )<>/(blank)--
.,:?!ä,"*
#

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If the next character uses the same number key, you must press #/▶ to move the cursor over. Otherwise the next time you press the number key, it changes the character that was previously set.

If you make a mistake while entering a name

Use ✕tone/ ◀ or #/▶ to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press the DELETE soft key to erase the wrong character, then enter the correct character. To delete all characters, press and hold the DELETE soft key.

For example, to enter Movies:

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, recall the "Phonebook" menu by following steps 1-2 in "Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial" on page 33.
2) Press the STORE soft key, "Store/Edit Name" appears.
3) Press 6 once, then press #/▶ to move the cursor to the right.
4) Press 6 six times.
5) Press 8 six times.
6) Press 4 six times.
7) Press 3 five times.
8) Press 7 eight times.
9) When finished, press the OK soft key.

To continue to store the telephone number, proceed to step 6 on page 34.

Viewing the Phonebook

Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory locations, and you can search names in alphabetical order. You can view the phonebook even while the phone is in use.

1) Press the CID RDL PB soft key (or the MENU soft key during a call).
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to move the pointer to "Phonebook", then press the OK soft key.

If you recall the phonebook during a call, the following screen appears.

Phonebook : 50 Search [A-Z/↑/↓] Store [STORE] BACK BY Phonebook : 50 Search [A-Z/↑/↓] CK OK

3) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼, or the number keypad to scroll through the phonebook locations. Phonebook locations appear in alphabetical order (from first to last when you press volume/ ▼, from last to first when you press volume/ ▲).
Or, refer to the letters on the number keys to select the first letter of the desired name. Press a number key (2-9 and 0) once for the first letter, press twice for the second letter, and so on. The first location that begins with the letter you entered appears.
For example, to search for "Movies", press 6 once.
Press volume/ ▲or ▼until the phonebook location is displayed.

4) To finish the viewing operation, press the BACK soft key repeatedly or the end key.

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- “/SPDn” appears when you view a speed dial.
- During a call, don't press the end key or the call will be disconnected.

Making Calls Using the Phonebook

From Standby Mode

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the phonebook location to dial (see "Viewing the Phonebook" on page 37).

Movies 800-730-3456 #Flicker /SPD2 BACK DELETE EDIT

2) Press talk/flash or speaker. The displayed number is dialed.

3) To hang up press the end key.

From Talk Mode

1) Press talk/flash or speaker.
2) View the phonebook location to dial (see "Viewing the Phonebook" on page 37).
3) Press the DIAL soft key. The number in the displayed phonebook location is dialed.
4) To hang up press the end key.

Speed Dialing

If you store a phone number in a speed dial memory location (10 locations: SPD1 - SPD0), you can use the speed dialing feature. When the phone is in the standby mode, press and hold a number key (0-9) associated with the speed dial until the phone number appears, then press talk/flash or speaker. The number stored in the speed dial (SPD1 - SPD0) is dialed.

Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press the CID RDL PB soft key.
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to move the pointer to "Phonebook", then press the OK soft key.
3) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼, or the number keypad to view the phonebook locations (see "Viewing the Phonebook" on page 37).

Phonebook : 50 Search [A-Z/↑/↓] Store [STORE] BACK B

a. Editing the Stored Data

1) When the phonebook location to be edited appears, press the EDIT soft key.
"Store/Edit Name" appears.
2) Follow the steps 4 to 8 under "Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial" on page 34 to complete the editing operation.
3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Store/Edit Name Movies BACK DELETE OK

b. Deleting the Stored Data

1) When the phonebook location to be deleted appears, press the DELETE soft key.

"Delete Memory?" appears.

2) Press volume/ ▲ to move the pointer to "Yes".

3) Press the OK soft key. You hear a confirmation tone.

"Deleted!" appears in the display.

Delete Memory? Yes ▶ No BACK B

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 a special number in the phonebook location (refer to "Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings and Speed Dial" on page 33). Once you have called your bank, and when you are prompted to enter the account number, just as you do when viewing the phonebook location, view the special number, then press the DIAL soft key.

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 caller's name and phone number in 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 CIDCW feature (see page 24).

Important:

Memory locations for Caller ID messages and Phonebook locations (including Speed Dials) are common, you can store up to 100 in total. A Caller ID message is not stored when you have stored 100 of the phonebook locations. The earliest Caller ID message is overwritten when you have stored 100 of the phonebook locations and Caller ID messages in total.

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  • If any of the following occurs during Caller ID operation, the operation will be canceled.
    -Press the end key. The phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected).
    -Press talk/flash or speaker.
    -Receive an outside/intercom call or page.
    -Receive a CIDCW (Caller ID on Call Waiting) (during a call or when the line is in use).
    -Charge the handset.
  • If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the standby mode (or back to the call).

1) When the Caller ID message is received, the display shows the caller's 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 caller's name, the name will appear in the display (up to 15 characters).

The date and

time received Caller's name Caller's phone number Soft keys 12/12 12:30AM Jane Smith 214-555-1234 MUTE

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  • If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (Example: before the second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear.
  • When the call is received via a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID service, the caller's phone number and name does not appear. (This includes some international calls.)
  • When the call is via a private branch exchange (PBX), the caller's phone number and name may not appear.

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- 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.

- During a call, don't press the end key or the call will be disconnected.

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 receive the call, the display changes to "Talk".

Viewing the Caller ID List

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 the CID RDL PB soft key in the standby mode (or the MENU soft key during a call).

2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to move the pointer to "Caller ID", then press the OK soft key. The screen shows the number of new messages and the total number of messages.

3) To view the Caller ID messages in historical order (from new to old or from old to new), repeatedly press volume/▼ to scroll through the messages from the latest to the earliest, or volume/▲to scroll back through the messages.

Or, to view the Caller ID messages with alphabetical search, press the number key pad (2-9 and 0) with the letter associated with the first letter of the desired message.

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Once you view the Caller ID list with alphabetical search, you cannot switch back to historical order (from new to old or from old to new) unless you exit and re-enter the operation.

4) To finish the viewing operation, press the BACK soft key repeatedly or the end key.

Deleting Information from the Caller ID List

Deleting a Caller ID message

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the Caller ID information to be deleted (see "Viewing the Caller ID List" on page 42).
2) Press the DELETE soft key. "Delete Caller ID" appears.
3) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to choose "Yes".
4) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press the CID RDL PB soft key.
2) Press volume/ ▲or ▼to move the pointer to "Caller ID", then press the OK soft key. The number of new and total records appear.
3) Press the DELETE soft key.
4) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼ to choose "Yes".
5) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Delete Caller ID Yes No BACK B

Caller ID New : 5 Total: 25 BACK DI

Delete All? ▶ Yes No BACK 0

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Once the Caller ID data has been deleted, the information cannot be retrieved.

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  • You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your phone is connected to a private branch exchange (PBX).
  • When a long distance call has been set, "1" appears in the display.
  • If a call comes in via a telephone system that does not offer Caller ID service, no information is stored.
  • If the Caller ID message was received as a private/unknown number, or the message does not have the number, you cannot store the message in the Phonebook. Or it was received as private/unknown name, the message will be stored as .
  • Even if the 100 memory locations are full, the message will be stored in the Phonebook. However, the message will be erased from the Caller ID list.

Using the Caller ID Message List

Calling a party from the Caller ID list

From Standby mode

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the Caller ID message (see "Viewing the Caller ID List" on page 42).
2) Press talk/flash or speaker. The displayed phone number dials automatically.

From Talk mode

1) Press talk/flash or speaker.
2) View the Caller ID message you want to dial (see "Viewing the Caller ID List" on page 42).
3) Press the DIAL soft key. The displayed phone number will be dialed.

12/12 12:30AM

Jane Smith

214-555-1234

BACK DILETE STORE

Long Distance calls and Area Code Setting/Cancellation

While the present Caller ID information is displayed, pressing ✕/tone/◀ will place or remove the prefix "1" in the display to set the call for a long distance call, or pressing #/▶ will set or cancel an area code (see page 24).

Storing Caller ID messages in the Phonebook

Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in the phonebook. The phone number and name of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory.

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the Caller ID message to be stored. Then press the STORE soft key. "Store/Edit Name" appears.
2) To complete the setting, follow the steps 5-9 in "Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed dial" on page 34.

Call Waiting Deluxe Features

Your phone gives you new options for call waiting. At the touch of a button, you can place the caller on hold, send them to your voice mail service, or conference them into your current call. You may be required to subscribe to Call Waiting and Call Waiting Deluxe to use these features. Not all features are available in all areas. Check with your local telephone company for details.

1) When you receive a Call Waiting call, press the CWDX soft key for a list of options.
2) Press volume/ ▲ or ▼, or the number keypad (1-7) to select an option.

For example:

press ▼ 4 times 1 Ask to Hold 2 Tell Busy 3 Forward Call BACK BY press ▼ 2 times 3 Forward Call 4 Answer/Drop 1 5 Conference BACK BY 5 Conference 6 Drop First 7 Drop Last BACK BY

3) Press the OK soft key. A confirmation screen will appear, and returns back to the call.

Your phone is pre-programmed with seven call waiting options. You may select to ask the calling party to hold, send them a busy message, forward them to your voice mail, or answer and drop the first caller. You may also select to conference them into the current call or, at any time, choose to drop the first or drop the last caller. Check with your local telephone company for a full list of options.

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  • To activate features, and display the CWDX soft key, select "CW On/CWDX On" in the Caller ID setup. See page 24.
  • You can also answer a waiting call immediately by pressing talk/flash, the first caller will be placed on hold. To return to the original caller, press talk/flash again.
    • To return back to a call, press the BACK soft key.

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• To use the DCX520, register it to the DCT5260 series base.
- Save this manual for detailed operation.
- All of the handsets ring when a call is received.

Expanding Your Phone

Your phone supports up to 8 handsets (including the handset(s) supplied with your phone). You can now place a fully featured cordless handset anywhere AC power is available to connect the handset charger.

Up to 4 handsets can be used for an outside and/or intercom call.

For example, the phone permits 3-way conferencing (2 handsets and an outside line), while on an intercom call using the other 2 handsets.

IMPORTANT:

  • If you purchase a DCX520 extra handset, please register the handset to the DCT5260 series base before use. The DCX520 will not operate until it is registered.
  • If you change a setting of the Globe Setup menu in one of the handsets, you change settings for all the handsets. For all other features they must be set separately through each handset.

Setting up an Extra Handset

1) Plug the AC adapter into the charging cradle and then to a 120V AC wall outlet.
2) Remove the handset battery cover by pressing on the indentation and sliding the battery cover downward.

Route the cord. To AC outlet AC adapter (supplied) To DC IN 9V

3) Install the new batteries supplied with your phone. Check for correct polarity (see page 13).
"Please Register" appears in the display.
4) Replace the battery cover by sliding it upward.
5) Place the handset in the charging cradle, and allow it to charge for 17-20 hours.

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While charging the batteries, all the handset keys will be disabled.

Register the Handset

If you purchase an extra handset, you need to register the handset before use. Only one handset can be registered at a time.

The handset ID for the supplied handset(s) was assigned at the factory, which has #1 (#1 and #2 for DCT5260-2) in the display. When you register additional handset to the base, the handset ID will be assigned.

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An extra handset can be registered when the base is in the standby mode.

1) After charging the handset, remove the handset from the charger and place it in the base.
2) Registration starts automatically. While registering, "Handset Registering" appears in the display.
3) When the registration is complete, "Registration Complete" appears in the display.

If the registration fails, "Registration Failed" appears in the display. Try the steps above again.

To use this feature, you must enter the two handsets into the DirectLink mode first.

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- During DirectLink mode, batteries use time when fully charged is as follows:

  • Up to 7 hours continuous use.
  • Up to 24 hours in the standby mode.
  • Placing the handset in the cradle causes the handset to exit the DirectLink mode.

1) When the phone is in the DirectLink standby mode, press the DirectLink soft key (example of DirectLink from handset #1).
2) Select the party by pressing the number keys (1-8). Your handset will page the other handset.
3) On the receiving handset, press talk or the ANSWER soft key, or if Any Key Answer is On, press any number key, /*tone/ ◀, or #/▶ (when Anykey Answer is On).
4) When you finish your conversation, press the end key on either handset. Return the handset to the cradle, or press the CANCEL soft key then the OK soft key to return to normal mode.

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 DirectLink Mode CANCEL t To DirectLink press 1-8 BACK DirectLink from Handset #1 SMER OK

3-Way Conferencing

The phone permits 3-way conversations between 2 handsets, and an outside line.

1) During a call, press talk/flash on another handset to initiate the 3-way conversation.
2) To remove either caller from your conversation, press the end key on either handset. The other handset will still be connected to the call.

Intercom/Call Transfer Feature

If you have one or more extra handsets, you can enjoy an intercom call between handsets. Also, you can place an outside call on hold and transfer the call to another handset.

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  • If the party is busy or out of range, the handset returns to the standby mode.
  • If any of the following occurs while selecting the other handset, the operation will be canceled.

- Press talk/flash or speaker.

- Receive an outside/intercom call or page.

- When the party does not answer within 1 minute, the operation is canceled.

Intercom

1) Press intercom/hold in the standby mode.
2) Select the handset you want to talk with from the selection list within 30 seconds. To select the handset, press volume/ ▲ or ▼, then press the OK soft key.

If you select "H11", all handsets will be paged. An intercom tone sounds.

To intercom ▶Handset #2 Handset #3 BACK BY

3) On the receiving handset, to answer the call, press talk/flash, intercom/hold, or the ANSWER soft key. If you set the AutoTalk On, pick up the handset from the cradle. If Anykey Answer is On, press any number key, ♦tone/ ◀, or #/►.
4) To finish the intercom call, press the end key or the END soft key on either handset.

Call Transfer Feature

1) During a call, press intercom/hold.
2) Select a handset to transfer the call within 10 seconds. (Refer to step 2 in the intercom section on page 49). The call will automatically be placed on hold, and an intercom tone sounds.

Hold, to transfer ▶ Handset #2 Handset #3 BACK BY

To cancel the transfer, press talk/flash or speaker on the initiating handset.

3) On the receiving handset, to answer the page, press talk/flash, intercom/hold, or the ANSWER soft key. If you set the AutoTalk On, pick up the handset from the cradle. If Anykey Answer is On, press any number key, ✕/tone/◀, or #/▶. The intercom mode is activated, but the caller is still on hold.

4) To transfer the call, press the end key or the END soft key on the initiating handset, and press talk/flash or speaker on the receiving handset.

Replacing the Base

When you replace the base with a different base of the DCT series model (DCT5260, DCT5280, or DCT5285 series), you need to clear the handset(s) and base ID. To do this, perform the "System Reset" menu options ("De-register the Handset" and "Replacing the Base Setting") (see page 25), then register all the handsets you have (see page 47).

Changing the Digital Security Code

The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary. In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same security code, you can change the code. To change the digital security code:

  1. Perform the "System Reset" menu options ("De-register the Handset" and "Replacing the Base Setting") for all the handsets you have (see page 25).

  2. To register all the handsets do the following steps:

1) Place a handset, one at a time in the base.

2) Registration starts automatically. While registering "Handset Registering" appears in the display.

3) When the registration is complete, "Registration Complete" appears in the display.

4) Repeat steps 1 - 3 for another handsets.

If the registration fails, "Registration Failed" appears in the display. Try the steps above again.

Installing the Beltclip

To attach the beltclip

Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset.

Press down until it clicks.

To remove the beltclip

Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes.

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 11.)

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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. Please use only "AA" rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.

Warning

To avoid the risk of personal injury or property damage from fire or electrical shock, only use the Uniden adapter model specifically designated for this product, and "AA" rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.

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 only "AA" rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
  • Do not remove the batteries from the handset to charge them.
  • Never throw the batteries into a fire, disassemble them, or heat them.
  • Do not remove or damage the battery casing.

Maintenance

When the handset or base unit becomes slightly dirty

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

When the handset or base unit becomes very dirty

Wipe with a soft cloth that has been dampened with diluted, neutral detergent. Dry with a dry cloth.

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.

When the charging contacts become very dirty on both the handset and base unit

Using water only, dampen a cloth to clean the charging contacts. Then make sure to go back over the charging contacts with a dry cloth before returning the handset to the base unit to charge.

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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: AD-800 for the base AD-310 for the charger (DCT5260-2 only)

Input Voltage: 120V AC 60Hz 120V AC 60Hz

Output Voltage: 9V DC 350 mA 9V DC 210 mA

Battery Information

Battery part number: BT-211AR

Capacity: 1500 mAh, 1.2V

Battery use time (per charge) from fully charged:

Talk mode duration (normal or DirectLink mode) Up to 7 hours (up to 5 hours when the Clarity Booster is On.)

Standby mode duration Up to 14 days (up to 24 hours in DirectLink mode)

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If the handset is left off of the cradle, the actual Talk mode duration will be reduced respective to the amount of time the handset is off the cradle.

Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the cradle after each phone call. When the operating time becomes short, even after the batteries are recharged, please replace the batteries.

A replacement Uniden adapter may be purchase at your local Uniden dealer or by contacting the Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988. Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.

For replacement batteries, use only "AA" rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Do Not use Alkaline, Lithium, or non-rechargeable batteries. To insure maximum performance and safety, replacement batteries specifically matched for this phone, contact www.uniden.com. Using incorrect batteries could damage or limit the performance and could cause bodily injury.

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 charge LED won't illuminate when the handset is placed in (for DCT5260-2 only)) and wall outlet.the cradle. • Make sure the handset is properly seated in the cradle.• Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and the base (or the charger (for DCT5260-2 only)) are clean.• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base (or the charger DCT5260-2 only)) and wall outlet.• Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and the base (or the charger (for DCT5260-2 only)) are clean.
The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. metal objects or• Move the handset and/or base to a different location away from appliances and try again.• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.
Can't make or receive calls.• Check both ends of the base 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.• Remove the base ID (see “Replacing the Base Setting” on page 25) and register the handset (see “Register the Handset” on page 47).• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.• If an outside call is already established, you may not be able to make another outside call.
The handset doesn't ring or receive a page. handset on the base• Charge the batteries in the handset for 17-20 hours by placing the base or charging cradle.• The handset may be too far away from the base unit.• Place the base unit away from appliances or metal objects.• Remove the base ID (see “Replacing the Base Setting” on page 25) and register the handset (see “Register the Handset” on page 47).
“Unavailable” appears in the display. the phone again.• Make sure that another handset(s) or the base is not in use, and try• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.

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Symptom Suggestion
Severe noise interference. • Keepthe 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.
The Caller ID does not display. • Thethe 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.
Voice Message Indication • Contact does not work. telephone receivesyour local telephone company to make sure that your FSK message signaling.
You cannot register the handset at the base.• Charge the batteries for 17-20 hours.• Remove the base ID (see “Replacing the Base Setting” on page 25) and register the handset (see “Register the Handset” on page 47).
The handset doesn’t communicate with the other handsets.• Remove the base ID (see “Replacing the Base Setting” on page 25) and register the handset (see “Register the Handset” on page 47).• Make sure that you have registered all handsets.
An extra handset can’t join the conversation. conference feature.• Make sure there are not 2 handsets already using the 3-way re.
You cannot make an intercom • M call with other handset.Make sure that the receiving handset is not in use.
If you still have a problem. • Callour customer hotline at 1-800-297-1023.

Liquid Damage

Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. In case of accidental submersion, please read the following steps.

Case Action
If the handset or base is exposed Wipe to moisture or liquid, but only affects the exterior plastic housing.off the liquid and use as normal.
If moisture or liquid has entered the plastic-housing (i.e. liquid 1) Remove the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation.can be heard in the phone or 2) Remove the batteries by disconnecting.liquid has entered the handset 3) Leave the battery cover off and the batteries disconnected for at least 3 days.battery compartment or vent 4) Once completely dry, reinstall the batteries and the battery cover.openings on the base).Handset:move the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation.
move the batteries by disconnecting.
the battery cover off and the batteries disconnected for at least 3 days.
completely dry, reinstall the batteries and the battery cover.
5) Recharge the handset's batteries for 20 hours in the base unit before using the phone.
Base:1) Disconnect the AC adapter from the base unit, cutting off electrical power.2) Disconnect the telephone cord from the base unit.3) Let dry for at least 3 days.
IMPORTANT: You must unplug the telephone line while recharging the batteries 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 send to: Uniden America CorporationParts and Service Division4700 Amon Carter Blvd.Ft. Worth TX761551-800-554-3988. Monday through Friday8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST

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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.

Rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride Battery Warning

  • This equipment contains a rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery.
  • Nickel is a chemical known to state of California to cause cancer
  • The rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride 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-Metal-Hydride 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-Metal-Hydride Batteries Must Be Recycled or Disposed of Properly

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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.

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 fail, 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.

  1. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Additional Battery Safety Precautions

Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions:

  1. Use only the batteries specified in the owner's manual.
  2. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may explode. Check Nickel Metal Hydride battery disposal package insert for disposal instructions.
  3. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
  4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
  5. Charge the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the owner-s manual provided for this product.
  6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the batteries and battery charger.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Important Electrical Considerations

Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching. Lightning can pass through your household wiring and damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.

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. Your telephone complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules. You must, upon request, provide the FCC registration number and the REN to your telephone company. Both numbers are on the base unit.

Note: You must not connect your phone to:

  • coin-operated systems
  • most electronic key telephone systems

Range

Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications set forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors limit range, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating. The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against other range claims.

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Telephone Line Problems

The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in facilities and services which may affect the operation of your unit. However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to continue uninterrupted service. If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your problem. If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it disconnected until the trouble has been corrected.

Radio Interference

Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless handset, or clicking noises in the base. This interference is caused by external sources such as TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem. In addition, we recommend that the base not be plugged into a circuit that also powers a major appliance because of the potential for interference. Be certain that the antenna on the unit is fully extended when needed.

In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to a different channel. Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

More than One Cordless Telephone

If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select a channel that provides the clearest communication.

Cordless Telephone Privacy

Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways. Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your communications can be received by radio receiving devices other than your own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any communications using your cordless telephone may not be private.

Installation Considerations

Selecting a Location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important guidelines you should consider:

- The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous power outlet. (A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does not have a switch to interrupt its power.)

- Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors or fluorescent lighting.

- The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop or mounted on a standard telephone wall plate.

- You should charge your new phone for 17-20 hours before completing the installation or using the handset.

Telephone Line Outlets

There are two types of phone outlets:

Modular Jack

Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords are fitted with a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type of jack. If you do not have modular phone jacks,

contact your local telephone company for information about their installation.

Hardwired Jack

Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of installations require a modular jack converter. This type of installation is not difficult; however, you should contact your Uniden telephone dealer or a telephone supply store for advice about the proper adapter or converter for your particular situation.

Connecting the Telephone Cords

Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:

Caution!

- Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. - Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected.

- Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Applying Power to the Base

This phone requires an AC outlet, without a switch to interrupt power, and the included AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when the phone is placed on a desk or table, wrap the power cord around the strain relief notch on the bottom of the base.

NOTE: Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or other electrical hazards.

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, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

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). 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

1-800-297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday

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".

I.C. NOTICE [59]

Index

0 - 9

3-way conferencing ....49

16 ring options ......22

A

Anykey answer....23

Area code 24

AutoTalk....22

B

Banner....23

Battery

Preparing and charging .....13

Replacement and handling......52

Beltclip 51

Booster 30

C

Caller ID

Caller ID service 41

Calling 44

Call Waiting......24, 45

Deleting 43

Setting....24

Storing....44

Using....44

Viewing 42

Call transfer feature ....49

Chain dialing 40

Clock 24

D

Deluxe Call Waiting features .....45

De-register the handset .....25

Dialing mode 15, 24

Digital security code ......10, 51

Distinctive ringer....22

E, F, G, H

Earpiece volume....29

Expanding your phone ....46

General information 53

Hands-free conversation ......26

Headset installation ....51

I, J, K, L

I.C. Notice 59

Important safety instructions......57

Intercom 49

Language 23

LCD contrast 23

M, N, O

Maintenance 52

Making a call 26

Mute 29

P, Q

Package contents 11

Phonebook 33

Editing....39

Erasing....39

Making calls 38

Storing....33

Viewing 37

Precautions....57

R

Receiving a call 26

Redialing a call 28

Register the handset .....47

Ringer volume 21

S

Setting up 12

base unit 14

extra handset 46

handset 13

Soft key function....9

Speed dialing 38

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

Transferring a call 49

Troubleshooting....54

Voice Mail....32

Programming......21

Warranty....58

At Uniden, we'll take care of you!

If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at

1-800-297-1023

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters.

Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.

Hours: M-F 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.

UNIDEN DCT 5260-2 - PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. - 1

Accessibility

UNIDEN DCT 5260-2 - PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. - 2

For information on the accessibility features of this product, please call

1-800-874-9314 (V/TTY)

Uniden®

May be covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents:

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5,434,905 5,491,745 5,533,010 5,543,605 5,574,727 5,581,598

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5,912,968 5,915,227 5,929,598 5,930,720 5,960,358 5,987,330

6,044,281 6,070,082 6,125,277 6,253,088

ACCESSORY HANDSET & CHARGER

Uniden®

EXPAND YOUR SYSTEM!

DCX 520 HANDSET + CHARGER

Ea DO m PI No

Easily expand your cordless phone system by adding the

DCX 520 Handset and Charger*. The DCX 520 gives you the

mobility you need to stay connected with friends and family.

Place this handset and charger in any convenient location.

No phone jack required.

*Accessory handset DCX 520

is compatible with models:

DCT 5260, DCT 5280,

and DCT 5285 Series.

©2003 Uniden America Corporation, Fort Worth, Texas. Contains additional foreign articles. Custom manufactured in China.

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Brand : UNIDEN

Model : DCT 5260-2

Category : Cordless phone