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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page i
OWNER’S MANUAL
TRU241
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page ii Introduction 1 CONTENTS Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Included with Your TRU 241 Phone 3 Controls and Functions 4 Installation 5 • Charging the Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Charging the Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Cleaning the Battery Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 • Selecting a Location . . .
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 1 ® The Uniden 2.4 GHz cordless phones are designed and engineered to exacting standards for INTRODUCTION reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a “wider frequency band” vs. a “single narrow band” used in standard digital transmissions. The 2.4 GHz frequency range was recently released to commercial communications. It provides secure conversation with the clarity of digital sound, extended range, and
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 2 The UltraClear Plus™ true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise. This innovative technology, together with 30 different channels, provides you with the best possible reception during all your conversations. To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, the TRU 241 has Random Code™ digital security which automatically selects one of over 65,000 digital security codes for the
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 3 INCLUDED WITH YOUR TRU 241 PHONE Rechargeable BatteryAC Adapter Base Handset Also included: • This Owner’s Manual • Other Printed Material • Precautions and Important Safety Instructions • Memo Sticker If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts Department at (800) 554-3988, 7:00 a.m. Beltclip Telephone Cords to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday, or contact us on the web at www.uniden.com. INCLUDED WITH YOUR TRU 241 PHO
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 4 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1. memory – Enters or recalls numbers in memory 2. talk – Answers or places calls 3. tone – Switches to tone dialing in pulse dial mode 4. redial – Redials the last number 5. pause – Adds a timed pause in a memory dialing sequence 6. talk/battery low LED – indicates when phone is in use or the battery is low 7. mute – Turns off the handset microphone while you are using the phone 8. flash – Accesses call waiting (if available) 9.
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 5 INSTALLATION Charging the Battery Pack The rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery pack must be fully charged before using your phone for the first time. Before plugging the phone line into your new phone, you must charge the battery for approximately 15 hours without interruption. 1. Remove the handset battery cover. 2. Plug the battery cable into the handset and place the battery pack inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. The plastic
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 6 Cleaning the Battery Contacts To maintain a good charge,it is important to clean all battery contacts on the handset and base about once a month. Use a dry cloth or pencil eraser, if necessary. Do not use any liquids or solvents. contacts A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does Selecting a Location not have a switch to interrupt its power. Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important guidelines you should consider:
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 7 Mounting the Base Unit on a Wall Standard Wall Plate Mounting 1 This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate. 1. Snap the wall mount adapter into the notches on the base. 2. Plug the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack. 3. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone outlet. Wall 4. Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded wiring channel. plate Then wrap the cord around the strain relief
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 8 Direct Wall Plate Mounting If you don’t have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall. Before doing this, consider the following: • Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall. • Try to mount your phone within 10-15 feet of a working phone jack to avoid excessive cord lengths. • Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 9 SETTING UP YOUR PHONE Raising the Antenna Before using your phone, be sure to raise its antenna to the vertical position. Connect the base unit If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 7. 1. Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE Route the cord jack and to a telephone outlet. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120 V AC wall outlet. 3. Set the base unit on a desk or tabletop and place To AC outlet Pla
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 10 USING YOUR PHONE Making and Receiving Calls Handset on Base Handset off Base When the phone rings, Press any key. Answer call remove the handset from the base. (AutoTalk) 1. Remove the handset from the base and press talk. 1. Pick up the handset and press talk. 2. The talk/battery low LED lights. 2. The talk/battery low LED lights. Make call 3. Listen for the dial tone. 3. Listen for the dial tone. 4. Dial the number. 4. Dial the number. Return handset to
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 11 Entering a Pause in Memory Dialing If you would like to use a phone number stored in memory to access voice mail, for example, you can store a pause in the phone number sequence. To use this function, follow steps 1 and 2 in “Storing a Number in Memory”, then press the pause button on the handset to place a pause in the phone number sequence. • Remember, the phone number you Follow the remaining steps in the “Storing a Number in Memory” section to comple
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 12 Chain Dialing After dialing a number you may be requested to enter a special access code, for example, when performing a banking transaction. 1. Store the access code into one of the memory locations (0-9). 2. Dial the main number. 3. Press memory and the memory location of the access code at the appropriate time. Erasing a Stored Number 1. Remove the handset from the base. 2. Press memory twice. 3. Press the memory location number (0-9) you want to eras
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 13 Selecting a Different Channel If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually change the phone’s channel for clear operation. Interference can come from appliances or other phones in your home. This function works only when the phone is in use. The channel button on the handset allows you to choose between 30 factory set channels. During the course of a conversation, if you hear static or noise which makes it difficult to hear, pres
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING If your TRU 241 cordless telephone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps. If you are still unable to resolve the problems, contact your place of purchase or call customer service at (800) 297-1023. Caution: Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Servicing must be performed by qualified personnel. Problem Suggestion The status LED won’t come • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 15 INSTALLING THE BELTCLIP To Attach the Beltclip To Remove the Beltclip Insert the beltclip into the Pull both sides of the beltclip holes on each side of the to release the tabs from the handset. holes. Press down until it clicks. If you have wall mounted the base, you cannot place the handset with the keypad facing inside. HEADSET INSTALLATION Your phone may be used with an optional headset, the Uniden HS910. To use this feature, simply plug the headset
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 16 MEMO [ 16 ] MEMO
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 17 MEMO MEMO [ 17 ]
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TRU241_2.4GHz 5/22/00 4:39 PM Page 18 THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING YOUR UNIDEN CORDLESS PHONE. Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,511,761 4,523,058 4,595,795 4,797,916 5,381,460 5,426,690 5,434,905 5,491,745 5,533,010 5,574,727 5,650,790 5,660,269 5,661,780 5,663,981 5,671,248 5,717,312 5,754,407 5,768,345 5,787,356 5,838,721 5,864,619 5,893,034 5,912,968 5,915,227 5,929,598 5,930,720 5,960,358 5,987,330 ®2000 Uniden America Corporation All rights reserved UCZZ01702BZ
