Radio Shack 43-3812 Cordless Telephone User Manual
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1. Answering System Operation 19 When the system is in remote operation teal To it stops all answering functions and the then 4 display on the base shows rC The 8 Record a new outgoing message The System resumes answering functions system announces Record your when it is no longer in remote command greeting after the tone Press 8 if you have not turned it off again or 5 to stop recording 9 Sets the system not to answer calls The remote operation stops when Announces the help guidance someone picks up the handset or any phone on the same phone line Notes O Troubleshooting We do not expect you to have any problems with your phone but if you do these suggestions might help Problem Suggestion Low volume or unusual sounds Someone has picked up another phone on the same line hang up the other phone Severe noise interference Press CH to change the channel Keep the handset away from computers remote control toys wireless microphones alarm systems intercoms room monitors fluorescent lights and electrical appliances Move the handset to another location or turn off the source of interference The phone cannot be operated at a useful distance from the base because the signal becomes weak or noisy handset s range has decreased Lift the base s antenna to a vertical position Return the handset to the cradle and recharge2. eet ek Bs eee oben iter tees RR Nin 8 Connecting Charging and Replacing the Battery Pack seeess 8 Setting the Dialing ModE 5 5 et necu thet n erbe tee decer Doe tete e ERR eee 10 Setting the Handset Ringer s Tone and Volume essen 10 Turning the Base s Ringer On Off ssssssssssseseeseeneeneenene nennen enne 10 Telephone Operation 1 ioccre eranc toc accentu tinm rm rico ncn a n Da ume kun a acera arn nd anena 11 Making and Receiving Calls essesssssssesseeseeeeeneeennne nennen nennen nennen 11 Selecting the Channel tiec i ceres 11 Setting the Handset Volume sessessseseeseneee eene nennen nennen nennen 11 Using Flash eere pc decet eye o ee ee OR EQ IR 11 USING Redial p 11 Using Tone Services on a Pulse Line sse 11 Paging 5 52 5 uenenum IBeEedeestumuoibeeiuc bes 12 Memory Dialing ee eo Rd ee ped i aged be a eret eg 12 Storing a Number in Memory sse nennen nnne nennen 12 Entering a Pause ur alka detent dock eeu eee ee ge tiet 12 Dialing a Memory Number eseeeeeeeeeneneeeeeeenen etre nennen nnnm nter 12 Chain Dialing Service Numbers eese nennen 13 Testing Stored Emergency Numbers essssseneeeeen enn 13 Using a Headset eant nitet merenti dietum de ERR ee erede 13 Answerin
3. The maximum length for recording a conversation is about 10 minutes The system cannot record a conversation less than 2 seconds long When the system s message memory is full FL appears PLAYING MESSAGES After the answering system has recorded a message its message counter flashes showing the number of new messages To play your messages press PLAY STOP The system announces the number of new and old messages then plays the new messages The message number appears as each message plays and the system Answering System Operation 17 announces the day and time of the call at the end of each message To play all messages after playing the new messages press PLAY STOP again To skip to the next message press SKIP gt gt while the message is playing Hold down SKIP gt gt to fast forward through the messages Release SKIP gt to resume normal playback To replay the current message from the beginning press REPEAT Hold down REPEAT to review the current message The System skips back every other second of playback and plays the previous second until the beginning of the message Release 44 REPEAT to resume normal playback If you press REPEAT within about 2 seconds 4 seconds during remote operation after a message begins playing the system replays the previous message If the current message is the first new message the system plays back from the beginning of the current me
4. then enter your security code within 2 seconds If the code is correct the system announces the number of new and old messages then To play incoming message press pound two For help press pound zero If the system does not respond try entering your code again If you enter an incorrect code three times the system beeps and hangs up 3 While the system is beeping press and within 2 seconds the number for the remote command you want Remote Commands Press then Te 1 Repeat current message during playback If you press 1 within about 4 seconds after a message begins the system replays the previous message unless the message is the first new message 2 Play messages The remote playback of incoming messages is limited to 4 minutes If you have more messages after 4 minutes have passed you must press 2 again to listen to the rest of the messages 3 Skip current message during playback 4 Delete current message during playback You can only delete the current message during playback You cannot delete all the messages stored at one time Stop playback or recording Set the system to answer calls The System announces the current outgoing message 7 Record a memo The system announces Record your message after the tone The length of a memo recorded by remote operation must be over 2 seconds and within 4 minutes Press 7 again or 5 to stop recording
5. Security Access Protection Code helps prevent other cordless phone users from using your phone line ANSWERING SYSTEM Voice Prompted Menu Setting set the answering system s various functions through the voice guidance Two Prerecorded Messages offers the option of using one of two prerecorded messages one that lets callers leave a message and the other for the announcement only setting or recording your own Message Counter shows the number of recorded messages Programmable Security Code uses a two digit security code for secure remote operation Memo Recording lets you leave messages for yourself or others in your home or office You can also record your phone conversation 6 Introduction Phone Pick Up Detection stops recording when you pick up any phone on the same line as the answering system and resets to answer the next call Toll Saver lets you avoid unnecessary charges when you call by long distance to check your messages Og Installation MOUNTING THE PHONE You can place the phone s base on a desk or table mount it on a standard wall plate or directly on a wall Choose a location that is near an AC outlet near a modular telephone line jack out of the way of normal activities away from electrical machinery electrical appliances metal walls or filing cabinets wireless intercoms alarms and room monitors away from other cordless phones
6. THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RE SPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFOR MANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY IN CLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDEN TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita tion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option un less otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the prop erty of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warrante
7. The base s location affects the phone s range If you have a choice of several locations try each to see which provides the best performance Cautions You must use a Class 2 power N source that supplies 9V DC and delivers at least 350 mA Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the phone s DC IN 9V jack The supplied adapter meets these specifications Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the phone or the adapter Always connect the AC adapter to the phone before you connect it to AC power When you finish disconnect the adapter from AC power before you disconnect it from the phone Your telephone connects directly to a modular telephone line jack If your telephone wiring does not have a modular jack you can update the wiring yourself using jacks and adapters available at your local RadioShack store or have the telephone company update the wiring for you You must use compatible modular jacks that are compliant with Part 68 of FCC Rules Note The USOC number of the jack to be installed is RJ11C or RJ11W for a wall plate jack On a Desk Top 1 Plug one end of the supplied long modular cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base 2 Plug the modular cord s other end into a modular telephone line jack 3 Insert the supplied AC adapter s barrel plug into the DC IN 9V jack on the back of the base 4 Route the adapter s cord through the stra
8. a message you can record on the System for yourself or others The system stores memos as incoming messages see Playing Messages 1 Hold down MEMO REC until the system beeps The system announces Record your message after the tone 2 When the tone sounds speak your message 3 When you finish the memo press MEMO REC or PLAY STOP Notes The maximum length for recording a memo is about 10 minutes The system cannot record a memo less than 2 seconds long When the system s message memory is full FL appears and the system announces No remaining time when you try to operate it RECORDING A CONVERSATION The answering system lets you record both sides of a telephone conversation when you are talking with the handset Important Every state has different regulations governing the recording of conversations over the telephone Be sure to check your local state and federal laws before using this product to record any telephone conversation in order to determine that your use is in compliance with such laws or guidelines To start recording a phone conversation press MEMO REC on the base until the answering system beeps and appears As it records the conversation the system beeps every 15 seconds to let the caller know that the conversation is being recorded To stop recording press PLAY STOP or MEMO REC The system stores a recorded conversation as a message see Playing Messages Notes
9. steps to change the code to any number from 00 to 99 1 Press MENU three times The system announces Security code followed by the currently set code The display also shows the code 2 Press SET 18 Answering System Operation 3 Repeatedly press or hold down SKIP gt gt or REPEAT to change the number 4 Press SET to store the setting The System announces the newly set code 5 Press PLAY STOP To check your code at any time press MENU three times The code appears in the message counter window and the system announces it Using the Toll Saver If the ring time is set to tS toll saver see Setting the Number of Rings on Page 15 the system answers after two rings if you have new messages ones you have not listened to If there are no new messages the system answers after four rings so you can hang up before the system answers and avoid unnecessary long distance charges If the system s message memory is full the system answers after about 10 rings regardless of the ring time setting USING REMOTE COMMANDS Follow these steps to operate the answering System from a remote location Note If you wait more than 15 seconds between each keypress the system beeps and hangs up 1 Dial your phone number and wait for the System to answer If the system is not set to answer calls it will answer after about 10 rings and beep 2 When the outgoing message begins or the system beeps press
10. than 20 seconds between key presses except when you set the clock in which the time out is about 2 minutes receive an incoming call press PLAY STOP press TALK on the handset Start again at Step 1 of the each section SETTING THE DAY AND TIME You must set the day of the week and time so the system can record the correct day and time of each message Note Enter each key press within about 2 minutes Otherwise the system exits the time setting process and you must begin again with Step 1 1 Press MENU twice The system announces Time then the currently set time and the day of the week 2 Press SET to enter the time setting mode The system announces the currently set day and displays the day s number 8 for Sunday 1 for Monday and so on 3 Repeatedly press SKIP gt on the base to move forward or REPEAT on the base to move backward until the correct day appears then press SET The System announces and displays the hour 4 Repeatedly press SKIP gt gt or REPEAT until the correct hour appears then press SET The system announces and displays the minutes 5 Repeatedly press SKIP gt gt or 44 REPEAT until the correct minutes appear then press SET The system announces AM or PM and R or P appears 6 Press SKIP gt gt or REPEAT to choose AM or PM then press SET The system beeps and announces the day and time 7 Press PLAY STOP to exit To check the d
11. the battery pack Replace the battery pack if necessary See Connecting Charging and Replacing the Battery Pack on Page 8 The phone does not work or works poorly Be sure the base s phone line cord and AC adapter are correctly and securely connected and the battery pack is charged The handset battery pack does not charge Check the charging contacts on the handset and base If they are dirty clean them with a pencil eraser Be sure the battery pack is connected correctly Replace the battery pack 20 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion The handset does not ring or receive a page Move the base away from other electrical devices and Sources of noise Move the handset closer to the base Lift the base s antenna to a vertical position Be sure the battery pack is charged If the battery power is too low it does not have enough power to light the TALK BATT indicator See Connecting Charging and Replacing the Battery Pack on Page 8 The handset stops working or works poorly during a call Move the handset closer to the base Lift the base s antenna to a vertical position Be sure the battery pack is charged If the battery power is too low it does not have enough power to light the TALK BATT indicator If the base loses power while the handset is away the security access protection code might change Restore power to the base then pla
12. RadioShack www radioshack com 900 MHz Cordless Telephone with Digital Answering System Please read before using this equipment 43 3812 3813 Owner s Manual O Important Information This phone has been tested and found to comply with all applicable UL and FCC standards WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose this product to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Do not open the product s case This symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are included in the literature accompanying this product N Important Cordless phones such as this one require AC power to operate When the AC power is off you cannot dial out or receive incoming calls using your phone To be safe you should also have a phone that does not need AC power to operate not a cordless phone so you can still make and receive calls if there is an AC power failure When AC power is lost the phone loses the security access protection code connection between the base and the han
13. SH until the phone beeps Then press to set pulse mode or TONE to set tone mode The phone beeps Notes The phone exits setting mode if a call or page is received or if you press TALK f the battery pack power gets too low the dial mode might reset to tone If you are on a pulse line and cannot make a call try setting the dialing mode to pulse SETTING THE HANDSET RINGER S TONE AND VOLUME You can select one of four different ringer tone volume settings on the handset At any time except during a call repeatedly press VOLUME to select the desired ringer setting Each time you press the button the phone rings at the selected setting TURNING THE BASE S RINGER ON OFF You can set the base s ringer to high or low or turn it off Press MENU four times The phone announces Ringer volume followed by its current setting The display also shows the current setting 1 Press SET to enter the setting mode Note The system exits the setting mode when you wait more than 20 seconds between key presses receive an incoming call press PLAY STOP press TALK on the handset Start again at Step 1 2 Press SKIP gt gt or REPEAT to change the setting The system announces the setting and the display shows Hi Lo or OF 3 Press SET to store the setting 4 Press PLAY STOP to exit the menu setting mode Even when you turn off the base s ringer you can still make or receive calls usin
14. U once The system announces Greeting message followed by the current outgoing message appears 2 Press MEMO REC The system announces Record your greeting after the tone 3 When the tone sounds speak your message 4 When you finish your message press MEMO REC or PLAY STOP The system beeps and then plays back your message 5 Press PLAY STOP to exit To delete your outgoing message and use the system s prerecorded messages press MENU once then press DELETE when your message starts to play The system announces Your greeting has been deleted SETTING THE SYSTEM TO ANSWER CALLS To set the system to answer calls press ANSWER ON OFF If the system is set to record a caller s message see Setting the Record Time on Page 15 it plays the outgoing message and shows the number of recorded messages If the system is set to Announcement Only it plays the outgoing message and amp appears To set the system to not answer calls press ANSWER ON OFF again The system announces Answer off and the message counter turns off When the system s message memory is full FL appears and the system announces No remaining time when you try to operate it SCREENING CALLS You can let the system answer calls for you while you listen to the callers message through the base s speaker If you decide to answer the call press TALK to answer if the handset is off the base or if the handset is on the base lift i
15. ank you for purchasing the RadioShack 900 MHz Cordless Telephone Your system combines a 900 MHz cordless telephone and a digital answering system The 900 MHz band provides less interference clearer sound and greater range than 46 49 MHz cordless telephones The digital answering system stores up to 16 minutes of messages on a computer chip and records each message s day and time Advantages over tape based answering machines include Ability to delete individual messages and save the rest Notapes to bother with and no tape mechanisms to wear out Remote operation from a touch tone phone or from a rotary phone with a pocket tone dialer TELEPHONE 10 Number Memory Dialing store 10 numbers 3 one touch and 7 speed dial in memory for easy dialing Page send a paging signal from the base to the handset to page someone or locate the handset if you misplace it Headset Jack connect an optional headset available at your local RadioShack store for hands free convenience 40 Channels automatically selects a clear channel when you make or answer a call You can also manually change channels during a call Ringer Volume Control select from four ringer tone volume settings on the handset Volume Control adjust the sound level you hear through the handset Long Battery Life the supplied battery pack when fully charged provides about 7 hours of talk time or 14 days of standby time
16. ay and time press MENU twice The system announces the currently set day and time Press PLAY STOP to exit the menu 14 Answering System Operation Note If power fails the clock retains the current time When the power is restored it starts counting again from the time the power failed SETTING THE NUMBER OF RINGS You can select how long the system waits to answer a call 2 4 or 6 rings or toll saver If you plan to check messages by long distance set the ring time to toll saver see Using the Toll Saver on Page 19 1 Press MENU five times The system announces Ring time followed by the current setting The display also shows the current setting e 4 6 or tS toll saver 2 Press SET 3 Repeatedly press SKIP gt gt or REPEAT until the desired number appears 4 Press SET to store the setting 5 Press PLAY STOP to exit SETTING THE RECORD TIME You can set the recording time to 1 4 or Announce Only to determine how the system will record incoming messages At the 1 or 4 settings the system plays the outgoing message and lets callers leave a message up to 1 minute or 4 minutes long At the Announce Only setting the system plays the outgoing message but does not let callers leave a message 1 Press MENU six times The system announces Record time followed by the current setting The display also shows the current setting 3 4 or R Announce Only 2 Press SET 3 R
17. ce the handset back on the base The CHARGE IN USE indicator lights indicating that the code is set again Check the charging contacts on the handset and base If they are dirty clean them with a pencil eraser The answering system does not answer calls Make sure the system is turned on Make sure the AC adapter is properly connected Check all phone line connections The answering system does not record The recording time is set to announcement only Set it to 1 callers messages or 4 Delete messages if memory is full If you still have problems disconnect the phone If other phones on the same line work properly the fault is in this phone or its installation If you cannot find the problem take your phone to your local RadioShack store for assistance CARE Keep the phone dry if it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Use and store the phone only in normal temperature environments Handle the phone carefully do not drop it Keep the phone away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Modifying or tampering with the phone s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it If your phone is not performing as it should take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance If the trouble is affecting the telephone lines the phone company can ask you to disco
18. d for the remainder of the original warranty period You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 43 3812 3813 UCZZ01347ZZ RadioShack Corporation 11A01 Fort Worth Texas 76102 Printed in China
19. de Using a pencil eraser clean the charging contacts on the handset and the base about once a month If the phone does not work recharge the battery pack The battery power might be too low to flash the TALK BATT indicator fthe battery pack becomes weak during a call the handset beeps When this happens you cannot make a call until you recharge the battery pack About once a month fully discharge the battery pack by keeping the handset off the base until the TALK BATT indicator flashes Otherwise the battery pack loses its ability to fully recharge If the battery pack is completely discharged or the base loses power while the handset is away from it place the handset on the base to reset the security access protection code If the handset lost power recharge the battery pack The supplied battery pack should last about a year If the battery pack does not hold a charge for more than 2 hours after an overnight charge replace it with a new 3 6 volt 600 mAh battery pack with a connector that fits the socket in the battery compartment You can order a replacement battery pack through your local RadioShack store Install the new battery pack and charge it for about 24 hours Warning Dispose of the old battery pack promptly and properly Do not burn or bury it see Battery Safety Instructions on Page 4 for additional information on proper battery handling If you have trouble replacing the batte
20. dset When power is restored put the handset on the base briefly to restore this connection READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLATION We have designed your phone to conform to federal regulations and you can connect it to most phone lines However each device that you connect to the telephone line draws power from the line We refer to this power draw as the phone s ringer equivalence number or REN The REN is on the bottom of your phone If you use more than one phone or other device on the line add up all the RENs If the total is more than five three in rural areas your phones might not ring If ringer operation is impaired remove one of the devices from the line IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following 1 Read and understand all instructions 2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 3 Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm 2001 RadioShack Corporation All Rights Reserved RadioShack and RadioShack com are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation 2 Important Information 10 11 12 Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnec
21. ed on Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product Take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair work is required Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified services personnel under the following conditions When the power cord plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled into the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions because improper adjustments of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a Important Information qualified technician to restore the 5 Charge the battery pack provided with or product to normal operation identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and If the product has been drop
22. epeatedly press SKIP gt gt or 44 REPEAT until the desired number appears 4 Press SET to store the setting 5 Press PLAY STOP to exit SELECTING THE OUTGOING MESSAGE The system has two prerecorded outgoing messages One asks the caller to leave a message Hello no one is available to take your call Please leave a message after the tone The system uses this message when the recording time is set to 1 or 4 see Setting the Record Time The other is simply an announcement and does not let the caller leave a message Hello no one is available to take your call Please call again The system uses this message when the recording time is set to Announce Only You can also record your own message see Recording Deleting an Outgoing Message When you record your own outgoing message the system uses it for all recording time settings 1 4 and Announce Only To switch between your outgoing message and the system s prerecorded message press MENU once to enter the outgoing message setting mode Then press SKIP gt gt or REPEAT until the current message starts to play While the message is playing press SKIP or REPEAT until the desired message starts to play The system switches to the other message and plays it Answering System Operation 15 RECORDING DELETING AN OUTGOING MESSAGE Follow these steps to record your own outgoing message less then 30 seconds in length 1 Press MEN
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24. g this phone Telephones on the same line and the handset if it is away from the base still ring when there is an incoming call 10 Installation O Telephone Operation MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS To make a call lift the handset then press TALK The TALK BATT indicator on the handset and CHARGE IN USE indicator on the base light Dial the number To answer a call simply lift the handset from the base If the handset is away from the base press any key To end a call place the handset on the base or press TALK SELECTING THE CHANNEL The phone scans 40 channels frequency pairs used between the base and the handset and automatically selects a clear channel each time you make or receive a call If you hear other conversations or excessive noise during a call press CH to select a different channel The TALK BATT indicator blinks and the handset beeps followed by a brief pause as your phone searches for a clear channel If the handset is too far from the base the channel might not change Move closer to the base and try again SETTING THE HANDSET VOLUME To change the volume you hear through the handset press VOLUME during a call The handset volume has three levels low medium and high USING FLASH FLASH performs the electronic equivalent of a switchhook operation for special services such as Call Waiting For example if you have Call Waiting press FLASH to answer an incoming call witho
25. in relief slot on the bottom of the base 5 Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet 6 Lift the base s antenna to a vertical position Installation On a Wall Plate or Wall 1 Insert the two tabs at the top of the narrow end of the supplied bracket into the base s upper tab slots then press down on the brackets latches and insert them into the lower slots 2 Plug one end of the supplied short modular cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base 3 Insert the supplied AC adapter s barrel plug into the DC IN 9V jack 4 Route the adapter and modular cords through the grooves on the bracket 5 Plug the modular cord s other end into the wall plate jack then align the bracket s keyhole slots with the wall plate studs and slide the base downward to secure it 6 Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet 7 Press and lift out the handset holder flip it over then snap it back into place so it holds the handset 8 Lift the base s antenna to a vertical position Note To mount the phone directly on a wall you need two screws not supplied with heads that fit into the keyhole slots on the bracket Follow the steps under On a Wall Plate or Wall then apply these additional instructions for placement on a wall 1 Drill two holes 3 16 inches 100 mm apart Then thread a screw into each hole letting the heads extend about s inch 3 mm from the wall 2 Plug one end of the sup
26. nal headset that has a s2 inch 2 5 mm plug Contact your local RadioShack store for a suitable headset To connect the headset open the rubber cover on the side of the handset then insert the headset s plug into the jack Notes Connecting a headset disconnects the handset s earpiece and microphone VOLUME on the handset also controls the connected headset s volume If you place the handset on the base to recharge it while the headset is connected be sure the handset seats properly With a headset connected you make or answer calls as usual using the keys on the handset You can use an optional handset holder available from your local RadioShack store to hang the handset on your belt for greater convenience When you finish using the headset disconnect it from the handset and close the rubber cover to protect the jack Telephone Operation 13 O Answering System Operation USING THE MENU BUTTON Use MENU on the base to select function settings Each time you press MENU the System announces the function and its current setting of Function Presses Outgoing message Clock set Security code for remote operation Ringer volume c1 o mi Number of rings before the system answers 6 Recording time for incoming messages 7 Exit the menu setting mode Note The system exits the menu setting mode when you wait more
27. nnect your phone until you have resolved the problem Troubleshooting 21 FCC STATEMENT Your telephone complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules Upon request you must provide the phone s FCC registration number and REN to your telephone company These numbers are on the bottom of the base Note You must not connect your telephone to coin operated systems party line systems most electronic key phone systems THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW In the unlikely event that your phone causes problems on the phone line the phone company can temporarily discontinue your service If this happens the phone company attempts to notify you in advance If advance notice is not practical the phone company notifies you as soon as possible and advises you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Also the phone company can make changes to its lines equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of this telephone The telephone company notifies you of these changes in advance so you can take the necessary steps to prevent interruption of your telephone service Your phone might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly To determine whether your phone is causing the interference turn off your phone If the interference goes away your phone is causing it Try to eliminate the interference by moving your phone away from the receiver connecting your phone to an AC outle
28. ns Each number you store can be up to 16 digits long Use the supplied memory directory stickers to record your stored numbers Peel the backing from each sticker and attach them to the phone Storing a Number in Memory 1 Lift the handset and press MEM The TALK BATT indicator blinks 2 Enter the number and any pause or tone entries see Using Tone Services on a Pulse Line on Page 11 and Entering a Pause 3 Press MEM again then enter the memory location number 0 9 where you want to store the number The phone beeps once to indicate that the number is stored Notes The phone beeps and exits the programming mode if you wait more than 20 seconds between each key press Each tone or pause entry uses one digit of memory If you try to enter more than 16 digits the phone beeps and exits the programming mode Start over at Step 1 and enter no more than 16 digits in Step 2 To replace a stored number simply store a new number in its place To clear a stored number lift the handset if the TALK BATT indicator lights press TALK to turn it off and press MEM twice Then press the memory location number 0 9 you want to clear The phone beeps Entering a Pause In some telephone systems you must dial an access code 9 for example and wait for a second dial tone before you can dial an outside number You can store the access code with the phone number However you must also store a pau
29. ped or the limitations specified in the instruction cabinet has been damaged manual provided for this product Ifthe product exhibits a distinct change 6 Observe proper polarity orientation in performance between the battery pack and battery charger 18 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric SAVE THESE shock from lightning INSTRUCTIONS 19 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak while in the vicinity of the leak BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the instruction manual provided for this product 2 Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire The cell may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions 3 Do not open or mutilate the battery pack Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin It may be toxic if swallowed 4 Exercise care in handing the battery pack in order not to short it with conducting materials such as rings bracelets and keys The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns 4 Important Information J Contents nigri E 6 iE LEUTE 7 Mo ntirig the PRONE 5 rien recette iot pe te ces Dee Re ce inanar 7 On a Desk Top uie ME UE EROR De EUER IUVARET DNE 7 On a Wall Plate orWalli
30. plied long modular cord into the TEL LINE jack at the back of the base 3 Align the bracket s keyhole slots with the mounting screws and slide the base downward to secure it CONNECTING CHARGING AND REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK The phone comes with a rechargeable nickel cadmium battery pack installed in the handset but not connected Before using your phone you must connect the battery pack then charge it for about 24 hours 1 Press down and slide off the battery pack compartment cover 2 Lift the battery pack out of the compartment Plug the battery pack s connector into the socket in the compartment The connector fits only one way 8 Installation 3 Put the battery pack in the compartment 4 Replace the cover To charge the battery pack simply place the handset on the base facing either up or down The CHARGE IN USE indicator on the base lights Recharge the battery pack when the TALK BATT indicator on the handset flashes Important Be sure the battery pack is properly connected before you try to charge it The CHARGE IN USE indicator lights when the handset is on the base even if the battery pack is not properly connected Notes When you first use the phone after charging or recharging the battery pack the phone might not work and you might hear an error signal If this happens return the handset to the base for about 5 seconds to reset the security access protection co
31. ry pack take the phone to your local RadioShack for assistance Important The EPA certified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel cadmium Ni Cd battery indicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life when taken out of service in the United States or Canada The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream which may be illegal in your area Please call 1 800 THE SHACK 1 800 843 7422 for information on Ni Cd battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area RadioShack s involvement in this program is part of the company s commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources Installation SETTING THE DIALING MODE Your phone is set for tone dialing If you have pulse service you must change the dialing mode If you are not sure which type of service you have do this test Lift the handset press TALK and listen for a dial tone Press any number other than O If your phone system requires that you dial an access code 9 for example before you dial an outside number do not press the access code either If the dial tone stops you have touch tone service If the dial tone continues you have pulse service To set the dial mode press TALK to hang up the phone if necessary then hold down FLA
32. se after the access code to allow the outside line time to connect To do so press PAUSE Each press enters a 2 second pause For a longer pause press PAUSE additional times Dialing a Memory Number To dial a number stored in memory lift the handset or press TALK The TALK BATT indicator lights When you hear a dial tone simply press MEM and enter the memory location number for the number you want to dial Or to dial a number stored in the memory location 1 2 or 3 just press M1 M2 or M3 You need not press TALK when you use these buttons Note If you select an empty memory location The phone beeps 12 Telephone Operation Chain Dialing Service Numbers For quick recall of numbers for special services such as alternate long distance or bank by phone store each group of numbers in its own memory location To use the stored special service information dial the service s main number first Then at the appropriate place in the call press MEM and enter the memory location number 0 9 for the stored information Testing Stored Emergency Numbers If you store an emergency service s number police department fire department ambulance and you choose to test the stored number make the test call during the late evening or early morning hours to avoid peak demand periods Also remain on the line to explain the reason for your call USING A HEADSET You can talk with hands free convenience using an optio
33. ssage it does not go back into the old message group ADJUSTING THE ANSWERING SYSTEM S VOLUME To adjust the speaker s volume repeatedly press VOLUME or v on the base The volume setting from 8 lowest to 9 highest appears in the message counter window DELETING MESSAGES To delete the current message while it is playing press DELETE The answering System beeps To delete all messages while messages are not playing hold down DELETE on the base until the system beeps and announces Messages have been deleted 8 appears in the message counter window Note You cannot delete new unplayed messages If you try to delete all messages while you still have new messages the System beeps and announces Please play back all messages REMOTE OPERATION While you are away from your home or office you can use a touch tone phone or a pulse rotary phone with a pocket tone dialer available through your local RadioShack store to enter your security code and do any of the following Setthe system to answer or not answer calls Listen to your messages Record a new outgoing message Record a memo Erase messages You cannot remotely operate the system using its handset or another telephone on the same line as the system Setting the Security Code The system s two digit remote operation security code prevents unauthorized remote access to your messages The code is preset to 80 Follow these
34. t You can also pick up any phone on the same line The system stops recording and resets to answer the next call Press VOLUME or to adjust the volume level of call screening If you do not want to listen to calls repeatedly press VOLUME wv until 8 appears The system silences at the 0 volume setting only while screening calls You can hear message playback or other announcements even at the 0 level setting RECORDING INCOMING MESSAGES After the system answers a call it plays the outgoing message beeps then records the caller s message Each incoming message can be up to 1 or 4 minutes long depending on how you set the recording time see Setting the Record Time on Page 15 The system s maximum recording capacity is about 16 minutes or approximately 59 messages The system stops recording and resets to answer the next call when The caller hangs up The maximum message length is reached 16 Answering System Operation The system detects a busy signal or more than 7 seconds of silence You pick up the system s handset or any phone on the same phone line Note When the system s message memory is full the caller will hear the prerecorded announcement only message Hello no one is available to take your call Please call again and the system cannot record additional messages until you delete some of the old messages see Deleting Messages on Page 18 RECORDING A MEMO A memo is
35. t that is on a different electrical circuit from the receiver contacting your local RadioShack store for help If you cannot eliminate the interference the FCC requires that you stop using your phone Some cordless telephones operate on frequencies that might cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs To minimize or prevent such interference the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR LIGHTNING Your telephone has built in protection circuits to reduce the risk of damage from surges in telephone line and power line current These protection circuits meet or exceed the FCC requirements However lightning striking the telephone or power lines can damage your telephone Lightning damage is not common Nevertheless if you live in an area that has Severe electrical storms we suggest that you unplug your phone when storms approach to reduce the possibility of damage 22 Troubleshooting 1 Notes Notes 23 Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman ship under normal use for one 1 year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN Ra dioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
36. ted at the network interface Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Do not affix the AC power supply cord to building surfaces with metal fittings if the product has an AC power cord Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product Slots and openings in the telephone s cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation To protect the telephone from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed Sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This product should not be placed in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your 13 14 15 16 17 home consult your local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where the cord will be stepp
37. ut disconnecting the current call Press FLASH again to return to the first call If you do not have any special phone services pressing FLASH might disconnect the current call USING REDIAL To quickly dial the last number dialed lift the handset and press REDIAL Notes The redial memory holds up to 32 digits so you can redial long distance as well as local numbers The redial memory also holds pause entries see Entering a Pause on Page 12 USING TONE SERVICES ON A PULSE LINE Some special services such as bank by phone require tone signals If you have pulse service you can still use these special tone services Dial the service s main number When the service answers press TONE Any additional numbers you dial are sent as tone signals When you hang up the phone automatically resets to pulse dialing Telephone Operation 11 PAGING To page the person who has the handset or to locate the handset when the phone is not in use press PAGE on the base The handset beeps for 1 minute To stop it from beeping Sooner press any key on the handset or return the handset to the base Press PAGE again to stop the paging at the base MEMORY DIALING You can store up to 10 numbers in memory then dial a stored number by pressing MEM and a one digit memory location number Also with the press of one button M1 M2 or M3 you can dial a number that is stored in one of the first three memory locatio
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