This symbol indicates important operating and servicing instructions.

PRECAUTIONS

CHOOSE -

a central location

AVOID -

Television sets and other electronic appliances

AVOID -

Other Cordless phones

CHARGE -

the new phone for 14 - 20 hrs and raise the antenna before making a call.

AVOID -

Microwave

ovens

AVOID -

Moisture

AVOID -

Computers

AVOID -

moisture

DON???T -

overload the power oulet.

AVOID -

multi power boards

AVOID -

connecting more than

3

phones as Ringing may be impaired.

Pick up the Handset and press talk

Dial the phone number

OR

Dial the phone number - then press

To hang up - press talk

OR

Place the Handset on the base Unit.

to low/off line

talk

Answering a Call

Handset on Base Unit:

Remove the Handset from the base and speak (Auto Talk).

Handset off the Base Unit:

place the Handset on the base unit.

To Turn the Answering System On

Press- the pre-recorded greeting will play and your system is ready to accept calls.

To Record Your Outgoing

Message.

Press and hold greeting . After you hear a short tone, release the key.

Record your greeting while speaking within 15cm of the base.

When finished, press greeting again.

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Quick Start Guide

Initial Settings

Ring Time - the number of rings before the Answering System answers the call

Set Ring Time to T/S (= 9 rings)

Record Time - the length of time a caller may record a message

Set Record Time to 1 minute

To Repeat a Message

Press during playback of messages

To Skip a Message

Press anytime during playback to skip to the next message

The system beeps and begins to play the next message.

To Delete Messages

Delete one message:

Press during a message. The system beeps and begins to play the next message.

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Delete all messages:

After reviewing all messages - press and hold more than 4 seconds. A tone sounds indicating messages have been deleted.

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CONTENTS OF YOUR OWNERS MANUAL

CONTENTS

Installation & Safety

Quick Start Guide

Installing the Base Unit Installing the Handset Batteries Making a Call

Setting up the Answering System Using the Answering System Contents

Controls & Functions

Welcome

Features

Setting Up your Telephone

Accessories Included in Your Package

Installing the Belt Clip

Headset Installation

Battery Maintenance

Adjusting Ringer & Earpiece Volume

Using Your Phone

Making and Receiving Calls

Call Transfer

Redialing a Call

Travelling Out of Range

Key Lock/Unlock

Call Waiting/Flash

Storing Phone Numbers & Names Making Calls with Memory Dialing Editing a Stored Name & Phone Number Rocket Dial

Storing and Editing Rocket Dial Making Calls with Rocket Dial

Erasing a Stored Name & Phone Number Paging/Intercom

3-Way Conversation Registration

Caller ID Name Tagging

Viewing Caller ID Message List Deleting Information from Caller ID Using the Caller ID list

Using Your Answering System

Setting Up Your Answering System

Using Your Answering System

Deleting Messages

Setting Date and Time

Remote Access

Troubleshooting

Warranty

7Handset aerial

8Handset speaker

9Display screen

10Flash/Registration key

11CID key

12Volume control keys

13Alpha Numeric keypad

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20Aerial

21Telephone Line input

22AC Adaptor input

23Registration button

24Ringer Off/On

25Voice memo key

26Message display

27Volume control keys

2028 Delete key Play key

29Time/3-way

30Answer On/Off key

31Mute

32Redial/Pause key

33Page/Int???com key

34C.wait key

35Speaker key

36Hands free microphone

37Flash key

38Speaker

39Alpha numeric keypad

40Repeat/Skip keys

41Pin key

42Speaker LED

In use/charge LED

43Greeting key

44Handset charge contacts

45Charge Cradle AC Adaptor input (DSS2165 only)

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900MHz

DIGITAL SPREAD SPECTRUM

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Rear of

Charge Cradle

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INTRODUCTION TO YOUR NEW PHONE

WELCOME

Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden DSS2155/DSS2165 digital cordless telephone. This phone is designed for reliability, long life and outstanding performance utilising the latest in 900 MHz Digital Spread Spectrum Technology.

COMPANY PHILOSOPHY

To bring outstanding wireless communication products to people???s lives throughout the world.

FEATURES

???900MHz Digital Spread Spectrum Technology

???Integrated Digital Answering Machine

???Alpha display Caller ID

???Multi Handset (capable of up to 7 handsets)

???2 way Communication: Handset to Handset, without base

???3 way Communication: Handset to Base to Outside Caller

???Digital Speakerphone

???Backlit LCD

???Backlit Keypad on the Handset

???POP ID - Caller Name Identification

???60 Caller ID Memories

???59 Alpha Memory Dialing

???Maxi-Sound - Extra Loud Handset Volume Control

???Rocket Dial - One Touch VIP Dial

???One Touch Call Waiting

???Handset Capable

???Date and Time Stamp

Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilises a digital transmission

and a ???wider frequency band??? compared to a ???single narrow band??? 30/39 Standard Analogue transmission. The result is a more secure conversation with the clarity of digital sound, extended range and minimal interference from other cordless phones.

Random Code TM digital security automatically selects one of over 16 million codes for the Handset and base. This feature prevents unauthorised calls as a result of your phone being activated by other equipment.

TIP

To get the most from your phone, please read this Owner???s Manual thoroughly. Be sure to complete and mail the product consumer support

card.

NOTE

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase.

Rechargeable Battery

DSS2155 (1) DSS2165 (2)

Telephone Cord

Adaptor (1)

(Australia Only)

Belt Clip

DSS2155 (1)

DSS2165 (2)

AC Adaptor

DSS2155 (1) DSS2165 (2)

Telephone Cord (1)

Plus - This Owner???s Manual Consumer Support Card and other printed materials

To remove the belt clip

???Gently pull one side of the beltclip to release.

If you are using an optional headset, you must still use the handset keypad for phone operations.

Your phone may be used with an optional headset.

To use this feature, simply plug the headset into the headset jack.

NOTE

Use only the genuine Uniden Battery supplied with your phone. Replacement batteries are also available through the Uniden Parts Department.

NOTE

The built-in memory backup can hold numbers and names stored in the memory even if the battery pack is completely discharged.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Battery use time (per charge)

From fully charged -

When the battery charge becomes low

If the phone is not in use, Low Battery flashes and the keys will not operate. If the phone is in use, Low Battery flashes and the Handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the Handset to the base unit for charging.

You cannot over charge the battery.

Genuine handset batteries

The high quality rechargeable batteries supplied with your phone perform for up to two years or more. In order to enjoy the best performance from your phone, we recommend you replace your batteries every two years with a genuine Uniden Battery.

Simply order a replacement battery from:

Cleaning the battery contacts

To maintain a good charge, clean the battery contacts on the handset and base unit monthly with a dry cloth or pencil eraser. Do not use any liquids or solvents.

ADJUSTINGTHE RINGERAND EARPIECE VOLUME

Ringer tone and volume

The phone has four ringer tone and volume combinations.

In the standby mode, press or on the Handset repeatedly. The display shows the setting.

A HIGH A LOW B HIGH B LOW

Earpiece volume

RINGER A HIGH

OFF

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Base Ringer Switch

You can turn the base ringer on or off with the base ringer switch.

Base Speaker Volume

To control the speaker volume of the base, press or as desired.

MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS

Basic phone operation

900MHz

DIGITAL SPREAD SPECTRUM

1.

INCOMING CALL

2. Pick up Handset.

3. TALK LOUD 1

-

Auto talk answers the call as soon as the Handset is picked up.

1.Pick up handset.

2.Enter the phone number.

9599 3355 (example)

3.Press .

4.TALK LOUD 1

9599 3355

3.Press .

4.TALK LOUD 1

9599 3355

NOTE

If the called handset is not answered within 20 seconds, the call will return to the original Handset.

NOTE

(maximum 7 handsets). 1. Press .

The Handset number is shown on the right side of the display.

3.Press

4.Called second Handset rings.

5. Press on the second Handset and Call Transfer is completed.

To transfer from handset to base unit.

TRANSFER TO

HAND

TRANSFER TO HAND 1

If the base is not answered within 30 seconds the call will return to the original Handset.

1. Press 0 2. The caller is put on hold and the base rings.

3. Press the key on the base and Call Transfer is completed.

To transfer from base unit to handset.

When the phone is in Speaker Phone mode, you can transfer the call to the Handset.

TALK MID 1

-

INCOMING CALL

-

NOTE

If any button is pressed before pressing, the last number dialed will not redial.

NOTE

Calls can only be redialed from the Handset they were originally called from.

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REDIALLING A CALL

The last three phone numbers dialled can be quickly redialled.

Redial from standby

1.Press .

The most recent phone number that was dialed will be displayed on the screen.

2.Pressagain and the 2nd most recent number dialed will be displayed.

3.Pressagain and the 3rd most recent number dialed will be displayed.

4.Press again to return to standby.

NOTE

Only the last number dialed can be accessed after talk has been pressed.

Press again

REDIAL 3 95983577

3rd ???most recent number dialed??? is displayed.

4. Press and the number will be dialed.

Redial from talk mode

1.Press .

2.Press - the last number dialed will be displayed and redialed.

TALK LOUD 1

TALK LOUD 1 95993355

Only numbers dialed from the Base Unit keypad will be redialed from the Base redial key.

Redial from the Base Unit

TRAVELLING OUT OF RANGE

During a call, noise will increase if you move your handset too far from your base unit. If the range limit of your base unit is exceeded, your call will terminate within 10 seconds.

KEY LOCK / UNLOCK

When the handset is in the standby mode, press and hold for 5 seconds, a beep confirms and the screen displays KEY LOCKED.

During the ???Key Locked??? condition, the buttons will only operate on an incoming call. To unlock the keys, press and hold for 5 seonds again.

KEY LOCKED

KEY UNLOCKED

NOTE

Numbers stored in one handset cannot be accessed from additional handsets.

NOTE

When storing a number, always include your area code (eg: 02), so name tagging will operate. (refer page 16)

NOTE

The pause feature is useful for long distance calling,

With the Handset

Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. You can store up to 59 phone numbers in the memory.

Since each step must be completed within 10 seconds, it may be advisable to review these instructions before starting.

1.Press and hold until MEMORY STORE is displayed.

2.Press or to select the memory location where you would like to store the number.

3.Press - STORE NAME is displayed. If this screen appears, the selected memory location has a number already stored.

4.Use alpha numeric keys to enter the name. The name cannot exceed 16 characters.

Use # and to move the cursor to the next letter - or to create a space.

Use to delete characters as needed.

5.Press - STORE NUMBER is displayed.

6.Use the number keypad to enter the phone number. It cannot exceed 24 digits.

Use to enter a pause. The screen displays P.

Each pause counts as one digit and represents one and half second delay in time between digits.

Use to delete digits as needed.

MEMORY STORE 01EMPTY

02 EMPTY

STORE NAME 01

STORE NUMBER 01

STORE NUMBER 01 0295993355

credit card dialing, or sequences that require a pause between digits.

7.Press - the Handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen.

8.Press to return to standby mode or select another location to programme.

MEMORY 01 STORE

MEMORY STORE 01FRED

02 JOHN SMITH

NOTE

Numbers stored in one handset cannot be accessed from additional handsets.

Memory Dialling from Standby

1.Press once, the handset displays your programmed memory locations.

2.Pressand or enter a two-digit

memory location you would like to dial.

01FRED

02 JOHN SMITH

03 KAY JONES

TALK LOUD 1 0295993355

NOTE

When the stored phone number has 14 or more

Display a Memory Number or Name

digits, + is displayed next to the 12th digit. Press # to see the extra digits and to return.

01 FRED

02JOHN SMITH

03 KAY JONES

Memory dialing from talk mode

to select the memory location of the desired phone number. The selected phone number is displayed. Then the number is dialed.

01 0295993355

02 0295738645

03 0205477631

00182326634488-

the name.

To edit only the phone number, skip this step.

6. Press- STORE NUMBER is displayed.

7. Use # and the number keypad to edit the phone number. The phone number

cannot exceed 24 digits. If you don???t want to change the phone number, skip this step.

MEMORY STORE 01 FRED

02 JOHN SMITH

EDIT MEMORY 01

DELETE MEMORY 01

GO BACK

STORE NAME 01

FRED

STORE NUMBER 01 0295993355

NOTE

8.Press - the Handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen.

9.Press to return to standby mode or select another memory location to edit.

MEMORY 01 STORED

MEMORY STORED 01FRED

02 JOHN SMITH

Memory location for the Rocket Dial is independent from memory location for Memory Dial.

NOTE

You cannot store a name to the Rocket Dial location.

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ROCKET DIAL

You can share your most frequently dialed number in the Rocket Dial location on each Handset. The Rocket Dial allows you to dial a number with one key press (there is no need to press. The phone will automatically dial the number stored).

STORINGANDEDITINGTHEROCKETDIAL

1.When the phone is in standby mode, press and hold until a short beep is sounded.

2.Use the number keypad to enter the Rocket Dial number. It cannot exceed 24 digits.

3.Pressto save.

NOTE

If the Rocket Dial does not have a stored number, the Handset will beep rapidly and the phone will not dial.

MAKINGCALLSWITHROCKETDIAL

When the phone is in the standby mode, simply press . The number stored in the Rocket Dial memory location is instantly dialed.

ERASINGASTOREDNAMEANDPHONENUMBER

NOTE

Press and hold until a short beep, press again for delete Stored Number.

1.Press and hold until MEMORY STORE is displayed.

2.Press and or enter a two-digit number( 0 1 5 9 (to select the memory location you would like to edit.

3. Press - the memory location number that you have selected in the display

MEMORY STORE 01 FRED

02JOHN SMITH

EDIT MEMORY 02

DELETE MEMORY 02

GO BACK

4.Press to move the pointer down to

DELETE MEMORY.

5.Press - the confirmation screen is displayed.

6.Pressto move the pointer to YES.

7.Press - MEMORY DELETED is displayed.

8.After a few seconds the display returns to the MEMORY STORE screen. You may select

another number to delete (return to step 2) or pressto return to standby.

EDIT MEMORY 02

DELETE MEMORY 02

GO BACK

DELETE MEMORY ?

YES

NO

MEMORY 02

DELETED

MEMORY STORE 02EMPTY

03 KAY JONES

NOTE

When an incoming call is received during paging from the Base, paging is cancelled and the telephone is switched to the incoming call.

Handset to Handset paging is not cancelled.

PAGING/INTERCOM

Pressing the page button will help to locate a Handset???s whereabouts.

DSS2165 - Both Handsets will beep when paged. You can end the page by pressing on either Handset

PAGING

PAGING BASE

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NOTE

If additional Handsets have been registered to the base, all Handsets will beep when paged.

NOTE

Pressing on the Handset will leave a 2-way conversation between the Handset and the outside caller.

Pressingon the Base Unit will leave a 3-way conversation between the Handset and Base Unit and the outside caller.

When you are using the Speaker Phone on the Base Unit, you can not make a 3-way conversation.

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INTERCOM

2 way radio feature (using an optional handset)

2 way communications between the Handsets using the intercom feature, can be achieved without the base anywhere, anytime.

3 WAY CONVERSATION

Between one Handset, the Base Unit and an outside caller; you are able to have a 3 way

If a Handset is registered at any time as Handset 1, all other Handsets will need to be registered again from Step 1.

If you have additional Handsets, repeat the same process, but at Step 2 select a number from 3 - 7 to register the next handset.

The Registration process needs to be completed within 15 seconds, 5 beep tones will indicate that the time has been exceeded. Please start the process again.

After Registration the Handset number is shown on the Display screen either during a call or while the Handset is charging (Fig 4).

REGISTRATION

The Handset/s supplied with your DSS2155/DSS2165 have already been registered. For additional Handsets it is very important to allocate each Handset a different number to enable functions such as Call Transfer.

Registration Process

Follow this process for each additional Handset (DSS2105) that needs to be registered to the Main Base or for registering your Main Handset.

1.Remove the Handset from its charger

2.Press flash/reg on the Handset (Fig 1).

3.For Handset DSS2155 - Press the number 2 (Fig.2) to register as Handset 2 (Handset numbers 2-7 are available).

For Handset DSS2165 - Press the number 3 to register Handset 3 (Handset numbers 3-7 are available).

Fig 2.

4. Place the handset in the Main Base Unit (Fig 3).

5. Press and hold the Registration button located on the back of the Main Base unit near the DC power jack (Fig 3). Hold the Registration button in until a long beep confirms the handset has been registered.

Fig 3.

Caller ID information may not be displayed immediately.

Private numbers will not be recorded in the

Caller ID List.

CALLER ID

You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company to use these features.

When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller???s name and phone number on the display before you answer the phone. The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time and the number of calls. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number and store the information for memory dialing.

When the Telephone Rings

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 included the caller???s name, the caller???s name appears on the display (up to 15 letters).

Name Tagging

If the displayed Caller ID telephone number is exactly the same as a number stored in memory, then the stored name will also be displayed with the incoming Caller ID telephone number. Oversea???s calls cannot be Name Tagged.

1.Press - the summary screen is displayed. The screen shows the number of new messages and total messages.

2.Press to display the latest Caller ID message.

3.Pressto see the next message, or press to see the previous message.

4.Pressagain to return to standby.

HANDSET 1 NEW: 1 TOTAL: 3

5/11 12:30 pm

FRED

02 9599 3355

NOTE

Deleting Information from the Caller ID List

The DSS2155/DSS2165 stores up to 60 messages. If the phone receives the 61st message, the oldest one in the list is automatically deleted. Caller ID data can also be deleted manually.

Caller ID information will need to be deleted from each handset separately.

Deleting a Caller ID message

2.Press .

3.Press or to indicate ???Yes??? or ???No???.

4.Press .

When you indicate ???Yes??? -

a tone sounds and the Caller ID message is deleted. The screen displays the next Caller ID message.

When you indicate ???No??? -

a tone sounds and the display returns to the Caller ID screen.

5/11 12:30 pm

FRED

02 9599 3355

DELETE MESSAGE?

YES

NO

Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers

1.Press.

2.Press.

3.Press or to indicate ???Yes??? or ???No???

4.Press.

When you indicate ???Yes??? -

a tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages are deleted.

When you indicate ???No??? -

a tone sounds and the display returns to the Summary screen.

NEW: 01

TOTAL: 03

DELETE ALL?

YES

NO

NOTE

If a message has already been stored in the selected memory number location, a confirmation screen is displayed.

Using the Caller ID List

Calling a party from the Caller ID list

You can place a call from the Caller ID list.

The DSS2155/DSS2165 stores up to 60 messages.

1.Press - select the phone number that you want to dial by pressingor.

2.Press - the displayed phone number will be dialled automatically.

Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing

The phone number of the party on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing.

1.Press - select the phone number to

be stored from the Caller ID list by pressing

or .

2.Press.

3.Press or or enter a two-digit

4. Press - a confirmation tone will sound. The number is stored in memory, and the screen displays the Caller ID list.

5. To add a name to the stored number refer to page 10.

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FRED

02 9599 3355

TALK LOUD 1 0295993355

5/11 12:30 pm

FRED 0295993355

SELECT LOCATION 01 FRED

02 JOHN SMITH

5/11 12:30 pm

FRED

02 9599 3355

REPLACE MEMORY

YES

NO

Setting Up Your Answering System Turning the answering system on/off:

The current greeting message will be played.

???Answering System Off??? is announced.

Setting your greeting:

Recording a personal outgoing message (Greeting):

Choosing between the two outgoing messages:

redial/p

One minute option : move the REC TIME switch to 1.

Four minutes option : move the REC TIME switch to 4.

Announce only feature:

The announce only feature plays an outgoing message, but it will not allow the caller to leave a message. Move the REC TIME switch to the ANN position.

Pre-recorded outgoing message for Announce only feature is: ???Hello, no one is available to take your call.??? (twice)

voice memo

speaker status

delete play

Selecting Ring Time Switch:

The ring time/toll saver switch allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before the answering system plays your outgoing message.

You can set the switch to answer after two rings or after four rings. Once the greeting has started, you can stop it when you pick up the call at the handset or base. In the TS (toll saver) position, the answering system picks up after 6 rings if you have new messages, and after 9 rings if there are none.

This way, if you call long distance to check your messages, you can hang up after the seventh ring to avoid billing charges.

Repeating a message

messages and return to standby. The message counter LED shows the total number of messages still on the system.

Skipping a message:

your messages and return to standby.

The message counter LED shows the total number of messages on the system.

Deleting Messages

Deleting individual messages:

1.Pressto review your message.

2.If you decide to delete a message, press anytime during the message. The system beeps and immediately goes to the next

message.

Deleting all messages:

Press and hold while the system is

in standby.Atone sounds when all messages are deleted. If there are any messages you have not reviewed, you cannot delete all messages at once. An error tone occurs.

Voice memo:

The voice memo function allows the user to record a message (up to 10 minutes) on the base.

The system returns to standby.

4. To play voice memo, press.

1. Call your telephone number.

2. While the greeting message is played, press # System is off, let it ring 10 times. The tone sounds.

and your PIN code. If the Answering Press # and your PIN code.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY

One Year Limited Warranty

ELEMENT OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty, its DSS2155/DSS2165 (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 only available in the original country of sale.

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 authorised 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/Charging Unit and Handset only. All accessories (AC Adaptor, battery 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:

Customers in other States should ship or deliver the Product freight pre-paid to their nearest Uniden Authorised Repair Centre. See Unidens Website for the nearest Repair Centre.