Uniden DSS2415

DSS 2415
Quick Start Guide

Digital Spread Spectrum provides the longest range, the clearest sound and the best privacy.
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INSTALLATION & SAFETY

Choosing the best location for your phone. When choosing a location for your phone there are a number of appliances the phone should not be near, and areas you should avoid.
AVOID Television sets and other electronic appliances This symbol indicates important operating and servicing instructions.
CHARGE the new phone for 17 - 20 hrs.
AVOID Moisture
AVOID Microwave ovens AVOID moisture
Dont overload the power outlet.
AVOID multi power boards.
AVOID Computers The earcap of this telephone may attract and retain small metallic objects. CHOOSE a central location AVOID other cordless telephones
Note: Ringing will not be impaired by adding extra cordless handsets.
AVOID connecting more than phones as ringing may be impaired
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Start Here!
QUICK START GUIDE

This page is a very condensed version of the Owners Manual. It is designed to allow you to get your phone installed and operating as quickly as possible however it does not attempt to explain any of the advanced features of the DSS2415.
Installing the Base Unit

1) Connect the AC adapter to the AC ADAPTER jack and to a standard AC wall outlet.
AC adaptor (supplied) To AC outlet To AC adaptor
2) Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack and to a telephone socket on the wall.
To telephone socket
New Zealand To TEL LINE
Australia
Telephone line cord (supplied)
Route the cord.
Make sure the AC Adapter/s remains switched ON at all times. Use only the Uniden AC Adapter/s supplied with this unit.
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3) Set the base on a desk or tabletop. 4) Rise the antenna to a vertical position.
Installing the AA batteries

Use only AA rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Do Not use Alkaline, Lithium, or non-rechargeable batteries. Using incorrect batteries could damage or limit the performance of this 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.
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Charging the handset

1) Place the handset in the charging cradle with the keypad facing up. The DSS2415 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. 2) 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. After installing the batteries in the handset, charge your handset at least 17-20 hours.
During a power cut or if the AC adapter is switched off, this telephone will not operate. Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the base after each phone call.
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CONTENTS
INSTALLATION & SAFETY QUICK START GUIDE CONTENTS GETTING STARTED Controls and Functions Uniden Company Philosophy Welcome Features Checking the Package Contents Terminology Battery Maintenance Installing the Beltclip Headset Installation Display and Icons About Soft Key Function DSS2415 Flow Chart About the Menu Setting up the Menu BASICS Making and Receiving Calls Placing a Call on Hold Redialing a Call Adjusting the Earpiece and Handset Speaker Volume Clarity Booster Ringer Mute (temporarily) Mute Microphone Traveling Out-of-Range Find Handset Flash and Call Waiting Using One Touch Voice Mail Access [v] i ii v 1 1 3 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 12 14 20 20 21 22 23 23 24 24 24 25 25 26 PHONEBOOK Storing Phone Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters Viewing the Phonebook Making Calls Using the Phonebook Speed Dialing Editing or Erasing a Stored Name, Phone Number, Distinctive Ring, and Speed Dial Chain Dialing CALLER ID Viewing the Caller ID List Deleting Information from the Caller ID List Using the Caller ID Message List 27 27 29 31 32 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
EXPANDING YOUR PHONE 39 Connecting the Charger 39 Register the Handset 40 Using Two Way Communication between the Handsets Anywhere without the Base(Directlink) 41 3-Way Conferencing 42 Intercom/Call Transfer Feature 42 Replacing the Base 43 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Changing the Digital Security Code Note on Power Sources TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX WARRANTY 44 44 45 46 48 49
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GETTING STARTED
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Handset Antenna Headset Jack Cover Beltclip Hole Hands Free Speaker Handset Battery Compartment Voice Mail LED Handset Earpiece LCD Display Key Key Key Soft Keys /L (up) Key Key /M (down) Key Key Key Handset Microphone Handset Charging Contacts
1 6 2 3 4 7
8 12 13 14 15
9 5 10 11
16 17 18 19
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20 21 24 25
22 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. Charge LED Key Base Charging Contacts Base Antenna Telephone Line Jack DC Power Input
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UNIDEN COMPANY PHILOSOPHY

To bring outstanding wireless communication products to peoples lives throughout the world.
WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of this Uniden DSS2415 series Multi Handset Cordless System telephone. This unit is different from conventional cordless telephones. It can support up to 8 handsets. Using extra handsets (optional), 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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FEATURES
Great features of this cordless phone include: Designed and Engineered in Japan 2.4GHz Digital Spread Spectrum Multi (8) Handset Capable Long Range (up to 1km) # Digital Duplex Speakerphones on Handset Advanced Alpha Display Caller ID Features: Alpha Memory Dialling POP ID - Caller Name Identification* 16 Individual Caller Tone Allocation* (8 Rings/8 Melodies) 100 Caller ID * Memories with Phonebook Backlit Keypad on Handset 4 Line Backlit Full Dot Matrix LCD Display with Clock Maxi-Sound - Extra Loud Handset Volume Control Intercom/Announce Call Transfer Handset Conferencing (2 Handsets + Outside Call) Two-Way Communication between Handsets Anywhere without the Base And More!
* Caller ID, POP ID and Individual Caller Tone Allocation (Distinctive Ring) features work only if you subscribe to the service provided by your local telephone company. There is usually a fee for this service. # Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions.
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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 your retailer. Base unit Handset AC adapter Rechargeable batteries (2) Telephone cord or adapter (Australia) Telephone cord (New Zealand) Beltclip Also included: This Owners Manual Other Printed Material
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 or has not been pressed. A dial tone is not present. Talk Mode - The handset is not in the cradle and or has been pressed enabling a dial tone. Talk appears on the display. DirectLink - Two way communication between the handsets anywhere without the base.
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Battery use time (per charge)
Fully charged (17-20 hours charge time) Up to 7 hours continuous use (up to 5 hours when the clarity booster is on) Up to 14 days when the handset is in the standby mode (up to 24 hours when in DirectLink mode) Recharge your phone on a regular basis by returning the handset to the base after each phone call.
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. Low Battery The batteries need to be charged when: - The empty 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. contacts
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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. 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.
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.
INSTALLING THE BELTCLIP

To attach the beltclip Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks into place. To remove the beltclip Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes.
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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 is available through Uniden authorized retailers.
DISPLAY AND ICONS

Example of the standby mode display
Ringer off icon (when the ringer is Off) Day of the week and time (hh:mm/A/P)
MENU
SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5

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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
STATUS
Standby/Talk Standby Standby Talk Talk

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DESCRIPTION Battery 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. Ringer off icon indicates that ringer is set to Off. Voice mail soft key is used to access the voice mail (you will need to program the voice mail number to use this feature). Mute icon appears when you mute the handset. Speaker icon appears when the handset speaker phone is used.
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ABOUT SOFT KEY FUNCTION

In the standby mode In the talk mode (Australia model) (New Zealand model)
MENU

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Talk 999:59 1234567890

MUTE MENU
Soft key 2
Talk 999:59 1234567890

MUTE
Soft key 1
CALL WAIT
Soft key 3
MENU
Soft key 2
Soft key 1
Soft key 2
Soft key 3
Soft key 1
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 - 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 key icons will not appear while charging the handset.
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DSS2415 FLOW CHART

From the standby mode
L M E N U
or
M
Caller ID CID R e d i a l H i s t o r y RDL Phonebook PB

BACK BACK OK
MENU

CID RDL PB
DirectLink Mode M Handset Setup Global Setup

BACK OK
DirectLink Mode M Handset Setup Global Setup

BACK OK
Select a menu, then press the OK soft key. Setup See See See the menu: page 35 for Caller ID. page 22 for Redial. page 27 for Phonebook.
OK soft key Access the voice mail dial (see page 26).
To enter DirectLink mode press [ENTER]
BACK BACK
OK soft key
L <HANDSET SETUP>
or
M
ENTER
ENTER soft key

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 DirectLink Mode
CANCEL
DirectLink
BACK
Edit Voice Mail Ringer Volume Ringer Tones Distinct. Ring Auto Talk Anykey Answer Banner Contrast
OK
DirectLink soft key Go to DirectLink operation (see pages 15, 41).

CANCEL
DirectLink
OK soft key Setup the menu (see pages 15-17).
CANCEL soft key, then OK. Normal standby mode

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From the Talk mode

M
DirectLink Mode Handset Setup Global Setup

BACK OK
Handset Setup Global Setup System Reset

BACK
Talk 999:59 1234567890

MUTE MENU CALL WAIT
OK
OK soft key
L
OK soft key
L
or
M
<GLOBAL SETUP> Name Tag Insert 0 Day & Time

BACK OK
or
M
<SYSTEM RESET> Deregister HS Replacing Base

BACK BACK OK
OK soft key Setup the menu (see page 18).
OK soft key Setup the menu (see page 19).
Insert 0 is available only for New Zealand model.
Press the MUTE soft key to mute a call (see page 24). Press the MENU soft key, then select: - Booster On to improve the sound quality (see page 23). - Caller ID to view Caller ID list (see page 36). - Phonebook to view phonebook locations (see page 31). - Redial History to view the last three number dialed (see page 22). Press the CALL WAIT soft key to access the Call Waiting (see page 25) (Australia only).
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ABOUT THE MENU

For Global Setup and System Reset (Deregister HS) menu, make sure the line is not in use, and the handsets are within the range limits of the base.
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

Two Way Communication between the Handsets Anywhere without the Base (DirectLink)
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 a shopping mall to stay in contact with family and friends. To use this feature, you must set the two handsets to the DirectLink mode first (see page 15).
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
Edit Voice Mail Ringer Volume Ringer Tones Distinct. Ring (Distinctive ring)
Description
Program or delete the voice mail access number (see page 15). Adjust the ringer volume (see page 15). Adjusting the ringer tone (see page 16). Set the distinctive ring (see page 16). Distinctive Ring allows you to preset memory locations with a designated ring tone. When an incoming call is received and the Caller ID information matches the information in one of the memory locations, the distinctive ring that has been stored for that particular Caller will sound. If you have set multiple memory locations with distinctive rings, switching the setting to Distinctive Off will result in no distinctive ringing. All incoming calls will have a normal ring tone. Switching to Distinctive On will activate all programmed distinctive ring memory locations.
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Submenu name
AutoTalk
Description
Allows you to answer the phone without pressing or . When the AutoTalk is set to On, simply remove the handset from the cradle and the phone automatically answers the call (see page 16). Allows you to answer the phone without pressing or . When the Anykey Answer is On, you can answer a call by pressing any number key, or on the handset (see page 17). 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 17). Adjust the handset LCD brightness for better viewing (10 levels) (see page 17).
Anykey Answer
Banner Contrast
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
Name Tag (POP ID)
Description
Display the stored name with the Caller ID telephone number, if the displayed Caller ID telephone number is exactly the same as a number stored in the phone book (see page 18). Add 0 or 00 to the number, when you receive the Caller ID message (see page 18). Set the day and time of your display (see page 18).
Insert 0 (New Zealand only) Day & time
System Reset
This menu is used to clear the handset ID from the base, or the base ID from the handset.
Submenu name
Deregister HS Replacing Base
Description
Clear the handset ID from the base. Use this menu, for example when you change the digital security code (see page 19). Clear the base ID. Use this menu, for example, if you wish to deregister the base to use the handset with another base of the DSS series. (DSS2415/DSS2455/DSS2465 series) (see page 19).
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SETTING UP THE MENU

Entering the Menu
1) Press the MENU soft key in the standby mode. 2) Use / L or M 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 / L or M to select a desired submenu, then press the OK soft key to enter.
MENU

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MENU
DirectLink Mode Handset Setup Global Setup

BACK OK
In the submenu, / L or M 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 .
If any of the following occurs during the menu operation, the operation will be cancelled. - Press . - Press or . - 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.
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DirectLink Mode
Entering the Two Way Communication between the Handsets Anywhere without the Base
1) Enter the DirectLink Mode menu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press the ENTER soft key to enter the DirectLink To enter mode. You will hear a confirmation tone, and DirectLink mode DirectLink Mode Complete appears. press [ENTER] 3) To return back to the normal mode, exit the DirectLink BACK BACK ENTER 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 14). Edit V_mail No. 2) Enter your personal access number using the number keypad (0-9), , , the PAUSE soft key, or the 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 DELETE soft key. DELETE PAUSE OK 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.
Voice Mail Access Numbers : Australia Message Bank : 125101 Home Messages : 101 New Zealand Call Minder : 083210
Setting a Ringer Volume

1) Enter the Handset Setup menu, then the Ringer Volume submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press / L or M to adjust the ringer settings Ringer Volume (Ringer Volume Off, Ringer Volume Low, or Ringer Volume High). You will hear a ringer or High melody at the Selected volume (if you select Ringer BACK OK Volume Off, no ringer or melody will sound). 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
If you select Ringer Volume Off, icon appears in the display.
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Selecting a Ringer Tone

1) Enter the Handset Setup menu, then the Ringer Tones submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). You can choose from 8 ringers or 8 melodies: Ringer Tones - Ringers [Flicker, Clatter, Soft Alert, Wake Up, Light Bug, F l i c k e r Beep Boop, Tone Board, Chip Chop] Clatter - Melodies [Beethovens Symphony #9 (Beethoven9), For BACK OK Elise (Elise), We Wish You A Merry Christmas (MerryXmas), Home Sweet Home (Hm Swt Hm), Lorri Song #6 (Lorri Song), When the Irish Eyes Are Smiling (Irish Eyes), Aura Lee, Let Me Call You Sweet Heart (Sweetheart)] 2) Press / L or M 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.
If you set the ringer to Off , the ringer tone will not sound.
Distinctive ringing will only operate if you subscribe to the Caller ID service.
Distinctive Ringer Setup

1) Enter the Handset Setup menu, then the Distinctive Ring Distinct. Ring submenu (see Entering the Menu On Off on page 14). BACK BACK OK 2) Press / L or M to select On or Off. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Setting the AutoTalk

1) Enter the Handset Setup menu, then the Auto Talk submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press / L or M to change the selection, On or Off. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Auto Talk On Off

BACK BACK
OK
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Setting the Anykey Answer
Anykey Answer 1) Enter the Handset Setup menu, then the Anykey On Answer submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). Off 2) Press / L or M to change the selection, BACK BACK OK 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 14). 2) Use the number keypad (0-9), , , 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.
Banner
BACK OK
Adjusting the LCD Contrast

1) Enter the Handset Setup menu, then the Contrast submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press / L or M to adjust the contrast of the LCD (10 levels). 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
If you dont enter a banner, the phone will use the handset ID for the banner (for example: Handset #1).
BACK
Contrast
BACK
+
OK
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Global Setup
Setting Name Tag (POP ID)
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.
1) Enter the Global Setup menu, then the Name Tag submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press / L or M to change the selection, On or Off. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Name Tagging On Off

BACK OK
Setting Day and Time

1) Enter the Global Setup menu, then the Day & Day & Time Time submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). SUN 12:00 AM 2) Press / L or M to select the day of the week, then press the NEXT soft key. BACK BACK NEXT 3) Press the number keypad (0-9) to set the time, then press the NEXT soft key. 4) Press / L or M to choose AM or PM, then press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Setting Insert Zero (New Zealand only)

1) Enter the Global Setup menu, then the Insert 0 submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press / L or M to change the selection, On or Off. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Insert 0 On Off
BACK BACK
OK
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System Reset
Deregister the Handset
1) Enter the System Reset menu, then the Deregister HS submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). 2) Press / L or M to select the handset ID to be deregistered from the list, then press the OK soft key. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. When deregistration is complete, Deregistration Complete appears.
Which Handset? Handset #1 Handset #2

BACK BACK OK
Are you sure to deregister 4) After deregistering the handset, move to Deregister the H a n d s e t # 1 ?
Base Setting below.
BACK BACK
OK
Deregister the Base Setting

1) Enter the System Reset menu, then the Replacing Base submenu (see Entering the Menu on page 14). Do you want to replace Base? appears. 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 40).
Do you want to replace Base?

BACK BACK OK
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MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS

To set Auto Talk, see page 16 or Anykey Answer see page 17. The handset microphone is located at the bottom of the handset (see Controls and Functions on page 1). 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 handsets display, that are not in use.
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 on the handset display during hands-free conversations. You can easily switch a call from normal conversation to hands-free conversation. To switch a call, press during the call.
Normal conversation To answer a call Handset On the Cradle Pick up the handset (AutoTalk) or pick up the handset and press . Hands-free conversation
Handset Off the Cradle Handset Off the Cradle Press any number key, , or Press . (Any Key Answer), or press . To make a call Handset Off the Cradle Handset Off the Cradle 1) Press . 1) Press . 2) Listen for the dial tone. 2) Listen for the dial tone. 3) Dial the number. 3) Dial the number. OR OR Dial the number, then Dial the number, then press . press . To hang up Press , or return the handset to the cradle (AutoStandby). To enter a pause When you dial the number in the standby mode, press the PAUSE soft key. within the P appears in the display, which represents a pause. dialing sequence
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PLACING A CALL ON HOLD

1) During a call, press put on hold. . The call will be
,
Once 10 seconds has passed or when you press the call will be put on hold.
Hold,to transfer Handset #2 Handset #3

BACK BACK OK
2) To talk to the caller, press or on a handset. The phone will return back to the call.
MENU
Line On Hold Handset #1 New: 1

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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.
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REDIALING A CALL
The last three phone numbers dialed can be quickly redialed.
If you press the operation is canceled. ,
Redialing from Standby Mode

1) Press the CID RDL PB soft key in the standby mode.
<Redial1> 0295979035
BACK DELETE
or 2) Press / L or M to select Redial History, then press the OK soft key. The phone <Redial2> number that was last dialed appears in the display. 5 4 5 2 9 3 0
3) Press / L or M to toggle through the last three phone numbers dialed. 4) Press or . The selected number is dialed. 5) To hang up, press .
BACK DELETE
or <Redial3> 6567983
BACK DELETE
Redialing from Talk Mode

1) Press or , 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 .
Deleting a Redial Record

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 / L or M to choose Yes. 4) Press the OK soft key. The redialed number is deleted.
Delete Redial1? Yes No

BACK BACK OK
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ADJUSTING THE EARPIECE AND HANDSET SPEAKER VOLUME

You can select different volume levels for the handset earpiece and the handset speaker (4 levels: Low to Max). The volume can only be adjusted during a call. Press / L or M to select the volume settings. When you hang up, the phone keeps the last volume setting selected.
If you press / L in the maximum volume level or / M in the lowest volume level, you will hear a beep. CALL WAIT soft key appears only for Australia model.
Talk
MUTE
0:15 Volume
MENU
+
CALL WAIT
Talk
MUTE
0:15 Volume
MENU
+
CALL WAIT
CLARITY BOOSTER
If you encounter interference while using your phone, you can manually improve the sound quality for clear operation. This works only when you make an outside call. 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.
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. Clarity booster automatically turns off after each call.
Booster On Caller ID Phonebook

BACK BACK
OK
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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.
MUTE MICROPHONE
If you press to cancel muting, the call is disconnected and the phone will return to the standby mode.
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 appear in the display. Press the MUTE OFF soft key to cancel muting.
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 or within 30 seconds.
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FIND HANDSET
To locate the handset, press 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 on the base. Additionally, if you receive an outside/intercom call or intercom, page is canceled.
If the handset batteries are completely drained, the handset will not beep when paging.
FLASH AND CALL WAITING

If the call waiting tone sounds during a call: AUSTRALIA: Press the CALL WAIT soft key. to switch between callers. again.
Talk 0:09 7777777777

MUTE MENU CALL WAIT
You must subscribe through your local telephone company to receive Call Waiting Service.
NEW ZEALAND: Press
To return to the original caller, press
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USING ONE TOUCH VOICE MAIL ACCESS

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.
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 providers literature.)
To program or delete your Voice Mail Access Number e See page 15.
Dialing your Voice Mail Service

Once youve 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 soft key. If you have not entered the access number or it has been deleted, when you press the soft 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

Voice Mail Access Numbers : Australia Message Bank : 125101 Home Messages : 101 New Zealand Call Minder : 083210
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 youve retrieved your messages. To reset the indicators, when the phone is in the standby mode press and hold on the base until the paging sound stops (about 5 seconds).
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PHONEBOOK
Phonebook allows you to dial a number using just a few key presses. Your phone stores names/numbers in the phonebook memory location, and you can search names in alphabetical order. You have a total of 100 locations that can be used for the phonebook (including the Speed dials) and Caller ID messages.
If any of the following occurs during a phonebook operation, the operation will be canceled. -Press . The phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected). -Press or . -Receive an outside/intercom call or page. -Charge the handset If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the standby mode (or back to the call). You have a total of 100 locations. However, Caller ID messages and Phonebook share the memory locations.
PHONEBOOK
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 / L or M 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, / L or M) (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 BACK STORE
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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 29). If a name is not required, go to step 5. <No Name> 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.
Store/Edit Name Movies

BACK DELETE OK
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. Distinctive ringing will only operate if you subscribe to the Caller ID service. Selecting a speed dial location where a number is already stored, releases the old numbers speed dial setting. The new number will be stored in the speed dial location.
Store/Edit No. 8007303456

DELETE PAUSE OK
7) Distinctive Ring appears. Press / L or M D i s t i n c t i v e R i n g to move the pointer to one of the Distinctive Ring No Selectn options, then press the OK soft key. Flicker
If you choose not to store a Distinctive Ring, simply select the No Selectn option.
BACK OK
8) Speed Dial appears. Press / L or M to move the pointer to select the Speed dial location (10 locations: SPD1-SPD0).
If you choose not to store the name/number as a Speed Dial, simply select the No Selectn option.
Speed Dial No Selectn SPD1:<Empty>

BACK
OK
9) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone and Done! appears in the display.
Movies 0800123456789 Flicker /SPD2

BACK DELETE EDIT
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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
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If you make a mistake while entering a name Use 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.
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.
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 27. 2) Press the STORE soft key, Store/Edit Name appears. 3) Press 6 once to select M, then press 4) Press 6 six times to select o. 5) Press 8 six times to select v. 6) Press 4 six times to select i. 7) Press 3 five times to select e. 8) Press 7 eight times to select s. 9) When finished, press the OK soft key. To continue to store the telephone number, proceed to step 6 on page 28. to move the cursor to the right.
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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 / L or M to move the pointer to Phonebook, then press the OK soft key. If you recall the phonebook during a call, the following screen appears.
/SPDn appears when you view a speed dial.
BACK DELETE EDIT
Phonebook : 50 Search [A-Z/ / ] Store [STORE]

BACK BACK STORE
Phonebook : 50 Search [A-Z/ / ]

BACK BACK OK
3) Press / L or M, or the number keypad to scroll through the phonebook locations. Phonebook locations appear in alphabetical order (from first to last when you press / M, from last to first when you press / L). 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 / L or M until the phonebook location is displayed. 4) To finish the viewing operation, press the BACK soft key repeatedly or .
During a call, dont press or the call will be disconnected.
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MAKING CALLS USING THE PHONEBOOK

From Standby Mode
While the telephone is automatically dialing a number from speed dial memory, the speaker phone function is disabled for a few seconds.
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the phonebook location to dial (see Viewing the Phonebook on page 31). 2) Press 3) To hang up press or . or .

BACK DELETE EDIT
. The displayed number is dialed.
From Talk Mode

1) Press 2) View the phonebook location to dial (see Viewing the Phonebook on page 31). 3) Press the DIAL soft key. The number in the displayed phonebook location is dialed. 4) To hang up press .
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 or . The number stored in the speed dial (SPD1 - SPD0) is dialed.
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EDITING OR ERASING A STORED NAME, PHONE NUMBER, DISTINCTIVE RING, AND SPEED DIAL
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, Phonebook : 50 press the CID RDL PB soft key. Search [A-Z/ / ] 2) Press / L or M to move the pointer to Store [STORE] Phonebook, then press the OK soft key. BACK BACK STORE 3) Press / L or M, or the number keypad to view the phonebook locations (see Viewing the Phonebook on page 31). a. Editing the Stored Data 1) When the phonebook location to be edited appears, press the EDIT soft key. Store/Edit Name appears. Store/Edit Name 2) Follow the steps 4 to 8 under Storing Phone Movies Numbers, Names, Distinctive Rings, and Speed Dial BACK DELETE OK on page 28 to complete the editing operation. 3) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone. b. Deleting the Stored Data 1) When the phonebook location to be deleted appears, press the DELETE soft key. Delete Memory? appears. Delete Memory? 2) Press / L to move the pointer to Yes.
Yes No
BACK
BACK
OK
3) Press the OK soft key. You hear a confirmation tone. Deleted! appears in the display.
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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 27). 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.
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CALLER ID
You must subscribe to Caller ID service to use this feature. When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the callers name and phone number in the display before you answer the phone. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number and store the information for memory dialing. 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.
If any of the following occurs during Caller ID operation, the operation will be canceled. -Press . The phone will return to the standby mode (or the call will be disconnected). -Press or . -Receive an outside/intercom call or page. -Charge the handset. If the handset remains idle for 30 seconds, the phone will return to the standby mode (or back to the call). 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 callers phone number does not appear. (This includes some international calls.) When the call is via a private branch exchange (PBX), the callers phone number may not appear.
CALLER ID
1) When the Caller ID message is received, the display shows the callers phone number along with the date and time. The incoming call information is stored in the Caller ID record. The date and The current telephone time received 12/12 12:30AM network in Australia and Callers name Jane Smith New Zealand does not show Callers phone number 0295979035 the caller name. MUTE Soft keys
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You may receive any one of the following messages: When invalid data is received Incomplete Data When a private name or number is received Private When a unknown name or number is received Unavailable When the mobile phone number and date are received Mobile When a call is coming from a payphone (Australia only) Payphone When a overseas call is received (New Zealand only) OVERSEAS CALL 2) When you pick up the phone, the display changes to Talk (AutoTalk feature is set to On).
VIEWING THE CALLER ID LIST

The number of calls from the same Caller ID appears next to the received time. Once you have reviewed the new message, the number will be cleared and disappears.
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 / L or M 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 / M to scroll through the messages from the latest to the earliest, or / L 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.
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.
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4) To finish the viewing operation, press the BACK soft key repeatedly or
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DELETING INFORMATION FROM THE CALLER ID LIST

Deleting a Caller ID message
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the Caller D e l e t e C a l l e r I D Yes ID information to be deleted (see Viewing the Caller ID No List on page 36). BACK BACK OK 2) Press the DELETE soft key. Delete Caller ID appears. 3) Press / L or M to choose Yes. 4) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Once the Caller ID data has been deleted, the information cannot be retrieved.
Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers

1) When the phone is in the standby mode, press the CID RDL PB soft key. 2) Press / L or M 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 / L or M to choose Yes.
BACK
Caller ID New : 5 Total: 25
DELETE
Delete All? Yes No

BACK
OK
5) Press the OK soft key. You will hear a confirmation tone.
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USING THE CALLER ID MESSAGE LIST

Calling a party from the Caller ID list
You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your phone is connected to a private branch exchange (PBX). 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. 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.
From Standby mode
1) When the phone is in the standby mode, view the Caller J a n e S m i t h ID message (see Viewing the Caller ID List on page 36). 0 2 9 5 9 7 9 0 3 5 BACK DELETE 2) Press or . The displayed phone number dials automatically.
12/12 12:30AM
STORE
From Talk mode

1) Press or . 2) View the Caller ID message you want to dial (see Viewing the Caller ID List on page 36). 3) Press the DIAL soft key. The displayed phone number will be dialed.
Adding Zero to Caller ID message (New Zealand only)

While you review Caller ID information while the Insert Zero option is set to On, 0 is inserted. Refer to page 18 Insert Zero (New Zealand only) to set the Insert Zero option to On or Off. New Zealand Telecom customers should leave Insert Zero to On. Other New Zealand companies may require Insert Zero set to Off.
Storing Caller ID messages in the Phonebook

Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored in the phonebook. Using the incoming call information (i.e., Caller ID list), 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 28.
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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 DSS2405 extra handset, please register the handset to the DSS2415 series base before use. The DSS2405 will not operate until it is registered. If you change a setting of the Global 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.
To use the DSS2405, register it to the DSS2415 series base. Save this manual for detailed operation. All of the handsets ring when a call is received.
EXPANDING YOUR PHONE
CONNECTING THE CHARGER

1) Connect the AC adapter to the charging cradle and to a AC wall outlet. 2) Set the charger on a desk or tabletop, and place the handset in the charger with the keypad facing forward (see Installing the AA batteries on page iii to install the batteries.
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REGISTER THE HANDSET

If you purchase an extra handset, you need to register the handset to the main base before use. Only one handset can be registered at a time.
DSS2415 Main Base
DSS2455/2465 Main Base
Charger
The handset ID for the supplied handset(s) was assigned at the factory, which has #1 in the display. When you register additional handset to the base, the handset ID will be assigned.
An extra handset can be registered when the base is in the standby mode.
1) Before registering the extra handset, charge the phones battery for 10 minutes. 2) Place the extra handset in the main base unit to begin registration. 3) While the handset is registering, Handset Registering will appear in the LCD. When Registration Complete is displayed, the handset has been registered to the base. If Registration Failed appears, please try these steps again. 4) Place the handset back in the charging cradle and fully charge the phones battery for 17 to 20 hours.
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USING TWO WAY COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE HANDSETS ANYWHERE WITHOUT THE BASE (DIRECTLINK)
To use this feature, you must enter the two handsets into the DirectLink mode first.
To enter the DirectLink mode e See page 15

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.
DirectLink call
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.

CANCEL
DirectLink
To DirectLink press 1-8

BACK
3) On the receiving handset, press or the ANSWER soft key, or if Anykey Answer is On, press any number key, , or .
DirectLink from Handset #1

BACK ANSWER OK
4) When you finish your conversation, press or END soft 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.
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3-WAY CONFERENCING
The phone permits 3-way conversations between 2 handsets, and an outside line. 1) During a call, press on another handset to initiate the 3-way conversation. 2) To remove either caller from your conversation, press 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.
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 or . - Receive an outside/intercom call or page. When the party does not answer within 1 minute, the operation is canceled.
Intercom
1) Press in the standby mode. 2) Select the handset you want to talk with from the To intercom selection list within 30 seconds. To select the handset, Handset #2 press / L or M, then press the OK soft key. Handset #3 BACK BACK If you select All, all handsets will be paged. An intercom tone sounds.
OK
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3) On the receiving handset, to answer the call, press , , 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, , or . 4) To finish the intercom call, press or the END soft key on either handset.
Call Transfer Feature

1) During a call, press . 2) Select a handset to transfer the call within 10 seconds. H o l d , t o t r a n s f e r Handset #2 (Refer to step 2 in the intercom section on page 42). Handset #3 The call will automatically be placed on hold, and an BACK BACK OK intercom tone sounds. To cancel the transfer, press or on the initiating handset. 3) On the receiving handset, to answer the page, press , , 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, , or . The intercom mode is activated, but the caller is still on hold. 4) To transfer the call, press press or or the END soft key on the initiating handset, and on the receiving handset.
REPLACING THE BASE

When you replace the base with a different base of the DCT series model (DSS2415, DSS2455, or DSS2465 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 Deregister the Base Setting) (see page 19), then register all the handsets you have (see page 40).
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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 (Deregister the Handset and Deregister the Base Setting) for all the handsets you have (see page 19). 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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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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. 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first.
Symptom
The charge LED wont illuminate when the handset is placed in the cradle. The audio sounds weak and/or scratchy. Cant make or receive calls.
Suggestion
Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base and wall outlet. Make sure the handset is properly seated in the cradle. Make sure the charging contacts on the handset and the base are clean. Move the handset and/or base to a different location away from metal objects or appliances and try again. Make sure that you are not too far from the base. 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 Deregister the Base Setting on page 19) and register the handset (see Register the Handset on page 40). 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. Charge the batteries in the handset for 17-20 hours by placing the handset on 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 Deregister the Base Setting on page 19) and register the handset (see Register the Handset on page 40). Make sure that another handset(s) or the base is not in use, and try the phone again. Make sure that you are not too far from the base.
The handset doesnt ring or receive a page.
Unavailable appears in the display.
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Symptom
Severe noise interference.
Suggestion
Keep the handset away from microwave ovens, computers, remote control toys, wireless microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, fluorescent lights, and electrical appliances. Move to another location or turn off the source of interference. The Caller ID does not display. The handset was picked up before the second ring. The call was placed through a switchboard. Call your local telephone company to verify your Caller ID service is current. Voice Message Indication Contact your local telephone company to make sure that your does not work. telephone receives FSK message signaling. You cannot register the Please make sure your batteries are charged at least 10 minutes handset at the base. (see Register the Handset on page 40). Remove the base ID (see Deregister the Base Setting on page 19) and register the handset (see Register the Handset on page 40). The handset doesnt communicate Remove the base ID (see Deregister the Base Setting on page 19) with the other handsets. and register the handset (see Register the Handset on page 40). Make sure that you have registered all handsets. An extra handset cant join Make sure there are not 2 handsets already using the 3-way the conversation. conference feature. You cannot make an intercom Make sure that the receiving handset is not in use. call with other handset. If you still have a problem. Check our web site for the latest information and frequently asked questions. www.uniden.com.au www.uniden.co.nz
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INDEX
0-9 3-way conferencing ....................42 16 ring options ..........................16 A Anykey answer............................17 AutoTalk ....................................16 B Banner ......................................17 Battery Preparing and charging ..............iii Replacement and handling ..........45 Beltclip ......................................7 Booster ....................................23 C Caller ID Caller ID service ......................35 Calling ....................................38 Call Waiting ............................25 Deleting ..................................37 Storing....................................38 Using......................................38 Viewing ..................................36 Call transfer feature ....................42 Chain dialing ............................34 Clock ........................................18 D Deregister the handset ................19 Digital security code ..................44 Distinctive ringer ........................16 E, F, G, H Earpiece volume..........................23 Expanding your phone ................39 Hands-free conversation ..............20 Headset installation ......................8 I, J, K, L Intercom ..................................42 Insert Zero ................................18 LCD contrast ..............................17 M, N, O Making a call ............................20 Mute ........................................24 Overseas call ..............................36 P, Q Package contents..........................5 Phonebook ................................27 Editing....................................33 Erasing....................................33 Making calls ............................32 Storing....................................27 Viewing ..................................31 R Receiving a call ..........................20 Redialing a call ..........................22 Register the handset ..................40 Ringer volume ............................15 S Setting up base unit ..................................ii extra handset ..........................39 handset ..................................12 Soft key function..........................9 Speed dialing ............................32 T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z Transferring a call ......................42 Troubleshooting ..........................46 Voice Mail..................................26 Programming ............................15 Warranty....................................49
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WARRANTY
One Year Limited Warranty Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. Warrantor: Uniden Australia Pty Limited A.B.N. 58 001 865 498 Uniden New Zealand Limited ELEMENT OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty, its DSS2415 (herein after referred to as the Product), to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. Warranty is only valid in the original country of purchase. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original retail owner only, shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. This warranty will be deemed invalid if the product is; (A) Damaged or not maintained as reasonable and necessary, (B) Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) Improperly installed, (D) Repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden Repair Agent for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or as part of a system not manufactured by Uniden. PARTS COVERED: This warranty covers for one (1) year, the Base Unit and Handset only. All accessories (AC Adapter etc)are covered for 90 days only. STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, the warrantor at its discretion, will repair the defect or replace the product and return it to you without charge for parts or service. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THIS GUARANTEE IS IN ADDITION TO AND DOES NOT IN ANY WAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE CONSUMER GUARANTEE ACT. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OR WARRANTY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty, the Product should be shipped or delivered, freight pre-paid, with evidence of original purchase (eg. a copy of the sales docket), to the warrantor at:
UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED SERVICE DIVISION 345 Princes Highway, Rockdale NSW 2216 Fx (02) 9599 3278 www.uniden.com.au
UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND LIMITED SERVICE DIVISION 150 Harris Road, East Tamaki, Auckland Fx (09) 274 4253 www.uniden.co.nz
Customers in other States should ship or deliver the Product freight pre-paid to their nearest Uniden Authorized Repair Centre (Contact Uniden for the nearest Warranty Agent to you).
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DSS2405 HANDSET & CHARGER
Expand Your System!

Easily expand your cordless phone system by adding the DSS2405 Handset and Charger*. The DSS2405 gives you the mobility you need to stay connected with friends and family. Place this handset and charger in any convenient location, no need for an extra phone jack! Another innovation from Uniden, the company that bring outstanding wireless communication products to people's lives throughout the world.
* Operates with Multi Handset Cordless Systems: DSS2415 DSS2455/2465
Additional Handset & Charger
Optional 2.4 Ghz Cordless Handset and Charging Cradle For use with Multi Handset Cordless Systems: DSS2415, DSS2455/2465 Digital Spread Spectrum Call Transfer Caller ID No Phone Jack Needed
AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING RETAIL STORES
2003 Uniden Australia Pty Limited Uniden New Zealand Limited Printed in China UPZZ01306BA

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Quick Start Guide

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INSTALLATION & SAFETY

AVOID Microwave ovens AVOID moisture

Dont overload the power outlet.

AVOID multi power boards.

Note: Ringing will not be impaired by adding extra cordless handsets.

AVOID connecting more than phones as ringing may be impaired

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QUICK START GUIDE

Installing the Base Unit

New Zealand To TEL LINE

Telephone line cord (supplied)

Route the cord.

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Installing the AA batteries

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Charging the handset

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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

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UNIDEN COMPANY PHILOSOPHY

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CHECKING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS

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Low battery alert

Cleaning the battery charging contacts

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Battery replacement and handling

INSTALLING THE BELTCLIP

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DISPLAY AND ICONS

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5

Standby/Talk Standby Standby Talk Talk

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ABOUT SOFT KEY FUNCTION

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5

Talk 999:59 1234567890

Talk 999:59 1234567890

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DSS2415 FLOW CHART

Caller ID CID R e d i a l H i s t o r y RDL Phonebook PB

SUN 12:00A Handset #1 New: 5

DirectLink Mode M Handset Setup Global Setup

DirectLink Mode M Handset Setup Global Setup

ENTER soft key

DirectLink soft key Go to DirectLink operation (see pages 15, 41).

OK soft key Setup the menu (see pages 15-17).

CANCEL soft key, then OK. Normal standby mode

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From the Talk mode

DirectLink Mode Handset Setup Global Setup

Handset Setup Global Setup System Reset

Talk 999:59 1234567890