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Digital Spread Spectrum
Cordless Telephone
with Digital Answering System
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Adjusting the Answering System’s Volume .................................................................... 18
Deleting Messages ......................................................................................................... 18
Setting the Remote Operation PIN ................................................................................. 19
Remote Operation .......................................................................................................... 19
Using the Toll-Saver ....................................................................................................... 19
Using Remote Commands ............................................................................................. 19
Remote Commands ................................................................................................ 20
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 21
Care ................................................................................................................................ 22
IMPORTANT
WARNING:
shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain
or moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire or
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
!
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICE-
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
When AC power is lost, the phone loses the
security access-protection code connection
between the base and the handset. When
power is restored, put the handset on the
base briefly to restore this connection so you
can use the handset.
This symbol is intended to alert
you to the presence of uninsu-
lated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that might
be of sufficient magnitude to con-
stitute a risk of electric shock. Do
not open the product’s case.
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 num-
ber, or REN. The REN is on the bottom of
your phone.
This symbol is intended to inform
you that important operating and
maintenance instructions are
included in the literature accom-
panying this product.
!
This telephone has been tested and found to
comply with all applicable UL and FCC stan-
dards.
If you use more than one phone or other de-
vice 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 opera-
tion is impaired, remove one of the devices
from the line.
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• connecting your phone to an AC outlet
that is on a different electrical circuit
from the receiver
FCC STATEMENT
Your telephone complies with Part 68 of 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.
• contacting your local RadioShack store
for help
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the
FCC requires that you stop using your
phone.
Note:
You must not connect your telephone
to:
Some cordless telephones operate on fre-
quencies that might cause interference to
nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or pre-
vent such interference, the base of the cord-
less telephone should not be placed near or
on top of a TV or VCR.
• coin-operated systems
• party-line systems
• most electronic key phone systems
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO
KNOW
LIGHTNING
In the unlikely event that your phone causes
problems on the phone line, the phone com-
pany can temporarily discontinue your ser-
vice. 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.
Your telephone has built-in lightning protec-
tion to reduce the risk of damage from surg-
es in telephone line and power line current.
This lightning protection meets or exceeds
FCC requirements. However, lightning strik-
ing the telephone or power lines can damage
your telephone.
Lightning damage is not common. Neverthe-
less, if you live in an area that has severe
electrical storms, we suggest that you unplug
your phone during storms to reduce the pos-
sibility of damage.
Also, the phone company can make changes
to its lines, equipment, operations, or proce-
dures 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 interrup-
tion of your telephone service.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, ba-
sic safety precautions should always be fol-
lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and injury to persons, including the following:
Your phone might cause TV or radio interfer-
ence even when it is operating properly. To
determine whether your phone is causing the
interference, turn off your phone. If the inter-
ference goes away, your phone is causing it.
Try to eliminate the interference by:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the product.
• moving your phone away from the
receiver
3. Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
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4. Never install telephone jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
home, consult your local power com-
pany.
13. Do not allow anything to rest on the
power cord. Do not locate this product
where the cord will be stepped on.
5. Never touch uninsulated telephone
wires or terminals unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the net-
work interface.
14. Do not overload wall outlets and exten-
sion cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
6. Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
15. 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.
7. Do not fix the AC power supply cord to
building surfaces with metal fittings (if
the product has an AC power cord).
8. Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid clean-
ers or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
16. 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. Incor-
rect reassembly can cause electric
shock when the product is subsequently
used.
9. Do not use this product near water, for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
10. Do not place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious damage to the
product.
17. Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified services
personnel under the following condi-
tions:
11. Slots and openings in the cabinet and
the back or bottom are provided for ven-
tilation. To protect it 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.
• When the power cord plug is damaged
or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled into the prod-
uct.
• 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 cov-
ered by the operating instructions
because improper adjustments of other
controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a quali-
12. 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
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fied technician to restore the product to
normal operation.
local codes for possible special disposal
instructions.
• If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
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.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change
in performance.
4. Exercise care in handing the battery
pack in order not to short it with conduct-
ing materials such as rings, bracelets
and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
18. Avoid using a telephone (other than a
cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
19. Do not use the telephone to report a gas
leak while in the vicinity of the leak.
5. Charge the battery pack provided with or
identified for use with this product only in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in the instruction
manual provided for this product.
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.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation
between the battery pack and battery
charger.
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a
fire. The cell may explode. Check with
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
ˆ Features
Your RadioShack 900 MHz Digital Spread
Spectrum Cordless Telephone with Digital
Answering System uses advanced cordless
telephone technology to give you superior
audio quality and extended range. Its head-
set jack lets you connect an optional headset
for hands-free convenience.
mechanisms to wear out, and no lost mes-
sages if power fails.
The remote operation feature lets you ac-
cess your answering system from a touch-
tone phone, and guides you through system
operation with voice prompts.
The Digital Answering System has about a
18 minute record capacity and stores all
messages on a microchip. This gives you ad-
vanced capabilities over tape-based answer-
ing machines. For example, you can delete
individual messages and save the rest. Be-
cause your answering system is fully digital,
there are no tapes to bother with, no tape
TELEPHONE FEATURES
Spread Spectrum Technology
— spreads
the signal across several frequencies, pro-
viding additional security for your phone con-
versations.
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900 MHz
— provides longer range and less
ANSWERING SYSTEM
FEATURES
interference than many other cordless
phones.
Day/Time Stamp
time each message was recorded.
— records the day and
20 Channels
—automatically selects a clear
channel when you make or answer a call.
You can also manually change channels dur-
ing a call.
Message Counter
messages the answering system has record-
ed.
— shows the number of
Ample Talk and Standby Time
— the sup-
plied battery (when fully charged) provides
about 6 hours of talk time or 7 days of stand-
by time.
Call Screening
leaves a message so you can decide wheth-
er or not to answer the call.
— lets you listen as a caller
Facedown or Faceup Handset Charging
— you can place the handset on the base
facedown or faceup.
Programmable PIN
digit personal identification number (PIN) for
secure remote operation.
— you can set a two-
10-Number Memory Dialing
— lets you
Adjustable Ring Number
— lets you set the
store 10 numbers in memory for easy dialing.
answering system to answer after three or
five rings.
Page
— lets you send a signal from the base
to the handset to page someone or to help
Two Prerecorded Messages
— gives you
you locate the handset if you have misplaced
it.
the option of using one of two prerecorded
outgoing messages or recording your own.
Volume Control
— lets you adjust the vol-
Announcement Only
— lets you play an an-
ume you hear through the handset.
nouncement for callers to hear, without re-
cording their messages.
Programmable Ringer
— choose from four
tone/volume settings for the handset’s ringer.
Memo Recording
— lets you leave messag-
es for yourself or others in your home or of-
fice. You can also record your phone
conversation.
Security Access-Protection Code
— pre-
vents other cordless phone users from using
your phone line while the handset is off the
base.
Phone Pick-Up Detection
— stops record-
ing when you pick up any phone on the same
line as the answering system, and resets to
answer the next call.
Tone or Pulse Dialing
— lets you use your
phone with tone or pulse (rotary) dialing and
lets you switch from pulse to tone dialing for
long-distance, bank-by- phone, or other spe-
cial services.
Toll-Saver
— lets you avoid unnecessary
charges when you call by long distance to
check your messages.
Hearing-Aid Compatibility
— lets you use
your phone with hearing aids that have T
(telephone) switch.
Digital Volume Control
adjust the speakerphone and message play-
back.
— lets you precisely
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ˆ Installation
Notes:
• Your telephone connects directly to a
MOUNTING THE PHONE
You can place the telephone’s base on a
desk or table, mount it on a standard wall
plate, or directly on a wall.
modular telephone line jack. If your
phone line jack is not a modular jack,
you can update the wiring yourself,
using jacks and adapters available at
your local RadioShack store. Or, you
can let the phone company update the
wiring for you.
Choose a location that is:
• near an AC outlet
• near a modular telephone line jack
• out of the way of normal activities
• The USOC number of the jack to be
installed is RJ11C (RJ11W for a wall
plate).
• away from electrical machinery, electri-
cal appliances, metal walls or filing cabi-
nets, wireless intercoms, alarms, and
room monitors
On a Desk Top
1. Plug one end of the supplied long modu-
TEL LINE
lar cord into the
back of the base.
jack on the
• away from other cordless phones
The base’s location affects the phone’s
range. If you have a choice of several loca-
tions, try each to see which provides the best
performance.
Cautions:
You must use a Class 2 power
source that supplies 9V DC
and delivers at least 350 mA.
Its center tip must be set to positive and
!
2. Plug the modular cord’s other end into a
modular telephone line jack.
DC IN 9V
its plug must fit the telephone's
3. Insert the supplied AC adapter’s barrel
DC IN 9V
plug into the
the base.
jack on the back of
jack. The supplied adapter meets these
specifications. Using an adapter that
does not meet these specifications
could damage the telephone or the
adapter.
• Always connect the AC adapter to the
telephone before you connect it to AC
power. When you finish, disconnect the
adapter from AC power before you dis-
connect it from the telephone.
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4. Route the adapter’s cord through the
strain relief slot on the bottom of the
base.
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 down-
ward to secure it.
5. Plug the adapter into a standard AC out-
let.
6. Lift the base’s antenna to a vertical posi-
tion.
On a Wall Plate or Wall
6. Plug the adapter into a standard AC out-
let.
1. Insert the two tabs at the top of the nar-
row end of the supplied bracket into the
base’s upper tab slots as shown, then
press down on the bracket’s latches and
insert them into the lower slots.
7. Press and lift out the handset holder, flip
it over as shown, then snap it back into
place so it holds the handset.
8. Lift the base’s antenna to a vertical posi-
tion.
Note:
To mount the telephone directly on a
wall, you need two screws (not supplied) with
heads that fit into the keyhole slots on the
bottom of the base. Follow the steps under
“On a Wall Plate or Wall,” then apply these
additional instructions for placement on a
wall.
2. Plug one end of the supplied short mod-
TEL LINE
ular cord into the
jack on the
back of the base as in “On a Desk Top”
on Page 8.
3. Insert the supplied AC adapter’s barrel
DC IN 9V
plug into the
jack as in “On a
Desk Top” on Page 8.
1. Drill two holes 315/16
5/16
4. Route the adapter and modular cords
through the grooves on the bracket.
inches (100 mm) apart.
Then thread a screw
into each hole, letting
the heads extend about
5/16 inch (8 mm) from
the wall.
315/16
2. Plug one end of the supplied long modu-
TEL LINE
lar cord into the
back of the base.
jack at the
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3. Align the bracket’s keyhole slots with the
mounting screws and slide the base
downward to secure it.
Recharge the battery pack when the handset
beeps and the TALK/BATT indicator flashes.
Important:
Be sure the battery pack is prop-
erly connected before you try to charge it.
The CHARGE/IN USE indicator lights when
the handset is on the base, even if the bat-
tery pack is not connected.
Notes:
• When you first use the phone after
charging or recharging the battery pack,
the phone might not work and you might
hear a five-beep error signal. If this hap-
pens, return the handset to the base for
about 5 seconds. This resets the secu-
rity access-protection code.
CONNECTING AND
CHARGING THE
BATTERY PACK
The telephone 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.
• Using a pencil eraser, clean the charg-
ing contacts on the handset and the
base about once a month.
1. Press down and slide off the battery
pack compartment cover.
2. Lift the battery pack out of the compart-
ment. Plug the battery pack’s connector
into the socket in the compartment. The
connector fits only one way.
• If the TALK/BATT indicator does not light
and the phone does not work, recharge
the battery pack. (The battery power
might be too low to light the indicator.)
• If the battery pack becomes weak during
a call, you hear a beep and the TALK/
BATT indicator flashes. When this hap-
pens, you cannot make another call on
the phone until you recharge the battery
pack.
3. Put the battery pack in the compartment.
4. Replace the cover.
• 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.
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.
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• If the battery pack is completely dis-
charged or the base loses power while
the handset is away from it, place the
handset on the base to reset the secu-
rity access-protection code. If it was the
handset that lost power, recharge the
battery pack.
Canada. The RBRC program provides a con-
venient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd bat-
teries 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 recy-
cling and disposal bans/restrictions in your
area. RadioShack’s involvement in this pro-
gram is part of the company’s commitment to
preserving our environment and conserving
our natural resources.
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 over-
night 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.
SETTING THE
DIALING MODE
DIAL MODE
Set
on the back of the base for
the type of service you have. If you are not
sure which type you have, after you charge
the handset battery pack, do this simple test.
Note:
To avoid losing memory numbers, in-
stall and begin charging the new battery
pack within 1 minute.
DIAL MODE
T
1. Set
to (tone).
TALK
2. Lift the handset, press
for a dial tone.
, and listen
Warning:
Dispose of the old battery pack
promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury it.
3. Press any number other than 0.
Note:
Cautions:
If your telephone system requires
• You must use a replacement battery of
the same size and type.
that you dial an access code (9, for
example) before you dial an outside
number, do not press the access code
number either.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire
because it might explode.
If the dial tone stops, you have touch-
• Do not open or mutilate the battery.
DIAL MODE
T
tone service. Leave
set to .
• Be careful not to short the battery by
touching the connector’s pins with con-
ducting materials, such as rings, brace-
lets, and keys. The battery pack or
conductor might overheat and burn.
If the dial tone continues, you have
DIAL MODE
P
pulse service. Set
(pulse).
to
TALK
4. Press
or place the handset on the
base to hang up.
Important:
.The EPA certified
RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal
on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery indicates RadioShack
is voluntarily participating in an
TURNING THE BASE’S
RINGER ON AND OFF
RINGER
To turn off the base’s ringer, set
on
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
OFF
the back of the base to
. You can still
make or receive calls using this phone. Tele-
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phones on the same line (and the tele-
phone’s handset if it is away from the base)
still ring when there is an incoming call.
selected tone sounds at the selected volume
for 2 seconds.
Note:
If the ringer does not change when
RINGER
VOL
8 or 9, try pressing
To turn on the base’s ringer, set
to
you press either
ON
.
the opposite button.
SETTING THE NUMBER
OF RINGS
SETTING THE DAY/TIME
You must set the day of the week and time
so the telephone can record the correct day
and time of each message.
RING TIME
3 5
Set
or
on the side of the base to , ,
TS
(toll-saver) to select how long the tele-
phone waits to answer a call (3 rings, 5 rings,
or toll-saver).
Note:
Enter each key press within about 2
minutes. Otherwise, the telephone exits the
time setting process and you must begin
again with Step 1.
Note:
If you plan to check messages by long
RING TIME
TS
(see “Using
distance, set
to
the Toll-Saver” on Page 19).
CLOCK
1. Hold down
on the base until the
telephone beeps. The telephone
announces the currently set day and dis-
plays the day’s number (0 for Sunday, 1
for Monday, and so on).
A QUICK LOOK AT THE
HANDSET
MEM
2. To change the day of the week, repeat-
SKIP
edly press
on the base to move for-
REPEAT
ward or
on the base to move
backward. To set the correct day of the
TALK
FLASH
CLOCK
week when it displays, press
the base.
on
VOL
8
9
3. The telephone announces the hour. To
SKIP
change the hour, repeatedly press
REPEAT
or
. To set the correct hour when
CLOCK
it displays, press
.
MUTE
TONE
CH
4. The telephone announces the minutes.
To change the minutes, repeatedly
REDIAL
SKIP
REPEAT
. To set the correct
press
or
minutes when they display, press
PAUSE
CLOCK
.
5. The telephone announces “AM” or “PM,”
SETTING THE RINGER’S
TONE AND VOLUME
and A or P appears in the message
SKIP
REPEAT
counter window. Press
or
CLOCK
to change this setting. Press
You can set two ringer tones and a high and
low volume for each. To change the tone, lift
again to set AM or PM. The telephone
beeps and announces the day and time.
VOL
the handset and press
8 or 9. The
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ˆ Operation
MAKING AND
RECEIVING CALLS
ANSWERING CALLS USING
THE SPEAKERPHONE
To make a call, lift the handset and press
To answer a call using the speakerphone,
TALK
SPEAKER
on the base. The SPEAKER
. The TALK/BATT indicator on the
press
indicator lights.
handset and the CHARGE/IN USE indicator
on the base light. When you hear a dial tone,
dial the number.
To adjust the speakerphone’s volume, re-
VOLUME
peatedly press
8 or 9 on the
To answer a call, simply lift the handset. If
the handset is away from the base, press
any key.
base. The volume setting from 1 (lowest) to
10 (highest) appears in the message
counter window.
Note:
VOLUME
8 while the
To end a call, place the handset on the base
When you press
TALK
VOLUME
or press
.
volume is set to the maximum or
9
while the volume is set to the minimum, the
setting does not change and the phone
beeps several times.
Note:
TALK
to hang up and the
If you press
TALK
phone does not disconnect, press
again while holding the handset closer to the
base, or place the handset on the base.
SPEAKER
To end a speakerphone call, press
again.
SELECTING THE CHANNEL
SWITCHING BETWEEN
THE HANDSET AND
SPEAKERPHONE
The phone scans 20 channels and automati-
cally selects a clear channel each time you
make or receive a call.
To switch to the speakerphone while you are
If you hear other conversation or excessive
SPEAKER
using the handset, press
on the
CH
noise during a call, press
to select a dif-
base. When you hear the conversation on
ferent channel. The TALK/BATT indicator
blinks, followed by a brief pause as your
phone searches for a clear channel.
TALK
the speakerphone, press
set.
on the hand-
To switch to the handset while you are using
the speakerphone, lift the handset off the
base. If the handset is away from the base,
Note:
If the handset is too far from the base,
the channel might not be clear. Move closer
to the base and try making the call again.
TALK
SPEAKER
.
press
, then press
SETTING THE
HANDSET VOLUME
You can choose one of four volume settings
(low, medium, high, or maximum) for the
VOL
handset. To change the volume, press
8 or 9 during a call.
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USING BOTH THE HANDSET
AND SPEAKERPHONE
USING MUTE
To talk to someone in the room without the
person on the other end of the phone line
hearing your conversation, press
If someone else is using the speakerphone,
MUTE
. The
TALK
press
on the handset to join the con-
MUTE
TALK/BATT indicator flashes. Press
versation. If someone else is using the hand-
TALK
again or
sation.
to resume your phone conver-
SPEAKER
set, press
on the base to join the
conversation.
During the call, one person can hang up and
let the call continue at the other keypad. Or,
both people can hang up to end the call.
USING FLASH
FLASH
performs the electronic equivalent of
a switchhook operation for special services,
such as Call Waiting.
Note:
If you hear a high-pitched noise from
the base’s speaker, the handset and the
base are too close together.
For example, if you have Call Waiting, press
FLASH
to answer an incoming call without
FLASH
disconnecting the current call. Press
again to return to the first call.
USING TONE SERVICES
ON A PULSE LINE
Note:
services, pressing
the current call.
If you do not have any special phone
Some special services, such as bank-by-
phone, require tone signals. If you have
pulse service, you can still use these special
tone services by following these steps.
FLASH
might disconnect
PAGING
DIAL MODE
P
1. Be sure
is set to .
To page the person who has the handset (or
to locate the handset when the phone is not
2. Dial the service’s main number. When
TONE
the service answers, press
on the
PAGE
in use), press
on the base for less than
handset. Any additional numbers you
dial are sent as tone signals.
2 seconds. The handset beeps for about 5
seconds. To sound the beep for 1 minute,
PAGE
press
down
more than 2 seconds. Or, hold
for over 1 minute to make the
3. When you hang up, the phone automati-
cally resets to pulse dialing.
PAGE
PAGE
handset beep until you release
.
To stop the beeping sooner, press any key
USING REDIAL
TALK
on the handset except
.
You can quickly dial the last number dialed.
Notes:
REDIAL
When you hear a dial tone, press
.
• The phone goes off-hook (you hear the
Notes:
TALK
dial tone) the first time you press
to stop the handset from beeping. If you
• The redial memory holds up to 32 digits,
so you can redial long-distance as well
as local numbers.
TALK
do not press
remains off-hook.
again, the phone
• The redial memory also holds pause
entries. See “Entering a Pause” on
Page 15.
• The phone rings if a call comes in during
paging.
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To delete a stored number, lift the handset
MEMORY DIALING
MEM
and press
twice, then enter the memory
The phone can store up to 10 numbers that
you can dial by entering a memory location
number (0–9).
location number (0–9) you want to clear. The
handset sounds a long beep to signal that
the memory location is clear.
Storing a Number in Memory
Entering a Pause
Note:
An error tone sounds and the phone
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 out-
side number. You can store the access code
with the phone number. However, you
should also store a pause after the access
code to allow the outside line time to con-
nect. To enter a 2-second pause, press
exits the storing process if you wait more
than 20 seconds between each key press.
MEM
1. Lift the handset and press
TALK/BATT indicator blinks.
. The
2. Enter the number and any tone mode
changes or pause entries (see “Entering
a Pause”).
PAUSE
PAUSE
ad-
. For a longer pause, press
ditional times.
Notes:
Dialing a Memory Number
• Each number you store can be up to
20 digits long.
To dial a number stored in a standard memo-
TALK
ry location, press
. When you hear a
• If you try to enter more than 20 digits,
the phone beeps several times and
exits the storing process. Start over
from Step 2.
MEM
dial tone, press
and enter the memory
location number for the number you want to
dial.
Note:
If you select an invalid or empty mem-
• Each tone or pause entry uses one
digit of memory.
ory location, the phone sounds an error tone.
MEM
Press
and enter the memory location
number again.
MEM
3. Press
, then enter the memory loca-
0 9
tion number ( – ). The handset sounds
a long beep to indicate that the number
is stored.
Chain-Dialing Service Numbers
For quick recall of numbers for special ser-
vices (such as alternate long distance or
bank-by-phone), store each group of num-
bers in its own memory location.
4. For each stored number,
write the person’s or
company’s name next to
the appropriate location
number on the supplied
memory directory sticker.
Peel the backing off the
sticker and attach it to
the phone.
Dial the service’s main number first. Then, at
MEM
the appropriate place in the call, press
and enter the memory location number (0–9)
for the stored information.
To replace a stored number, simply store a
new one in its place.
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Notes:
• Connecting a headset disconnects the
Testing Stored Emergency Num-
bers
handset’s earpiece and microphone.
If you store an emergency service’s number
(police department, fire department, ambu-
lance) 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.
• 8 or 9 on the handset also controls
the connected headset’s volume.
MUTE
• Pressing
on the handset also
silences the headset’s microphone.
• If you place the handset on the base
while the headset is connected, be sure
the handset seats properly.
USING A HEADSET
You can talk with hands-free convenience
using an optional headset with a 3/32-inch
(2.5-mm) plug. Your local RadioShack store
has a variety headsets.
With a headset connected, you can make or
answer calls as usual using the keys on the
handset.
You can use a handset holder (available at
your local RadioShack store) to hang the
handset on your belt for greater conve-
nience.
To connect the headset, open the rubber
cover marked
on the side of the hand-
set, then insert the headset’s plug into the
jack.
When you finish using the headset, discon-
nect it and close the rubber cover to protect
the jack.
ˆ Answering System Operation
The other message is an announcement and
does not let the caller leave a message: “Hel-
lo, no one is available to take your call.” The
SELECTING THE OUTGOING
MESSAGE
REC TIME
system uses this message when
is
The answering 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 af-
ter the tone.” The system uses this message
ANN
set to
(announcement only).
You can also record your own message (see
“Recording/Deleting an Outgoing Message”
on Page 17). When you record your own out-
going message, the system uses it for all
REC TIME
1
4
when
is set to or (see “Setting
the Record Time” on Page 17).
REC TIME
settings.
To switch between your outgoing message
and the answering system’s prerecorded
OGM
message, press
. When the current
REC TIME
ANN/4/1
OGM
again.
message begins to play, press
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The system switches to the other message
and plays it.
ment-only, it plays the outgoing message,
and A appears.
To set the system to not answer calls, press
RECORDING/DELETING AN
OUTGOING MESSAGE
ANSWER
. The system announces “Answer
off” and the message counter turns off.
To record your outgoing message (up to 30
SCREENING CALLS
OGM
seconds long), hold down
on the base
until the answering system beeps and - -
appears. When you finish your message,
You can let the answering system answer
calls for you while you listen to the caller’s
message through the base’s speaker. If you
PLAY/STOP
OGM
. The system plays
press
or
back your message.
SPEAKER
decide to answer the call, press
on
the base to answer using the speakerphone,
To delete your outgoing message and use
the answering system’s prerecorded mes-
TALK
press
on the handset to answer if the
handset is off the base, or if the handset is
on the base, lift it. You can also pick up any
phone on the same line. The system stops
recording and resets to answer the next call.
OGM
sages, hold down
beeps. Then press
seconds.
until the system
again within two
OGM
SETTING THE RECORD
TIME
RECORDING INCOMING
MESSAGES
REC TIME
1
4
ANN
, or to determine
Set
to
,
After the answering system answers a call, it
plays the outgoing message, beeps, and
records the caller’s message. Each incoming
message can be up to 1 or 4 minutes long,
how the answering system will record incom-
ing messages.
1
— The system plays the outgoing
REC TIME
(see
message and lets callers leave a mes-
sage up to 1 minute long.
depending on how you set
“Setting the Record Time”). The system’s
maximum recording capacity is 18 minutes.
The system stops recording and resets to
answer the next call when:
4
— The system plays the outgoing
message and lets callers leave a mes-
sage up to 4 minutes long.
• The caller hangs up.
ANN
(announcement only) — The sys-
tem plays the outgoing message but
does not let callers leave a message.
• The maximum message length is
reached.
• The system detects a busy signal or
more than 7 seconds of silence.
SETTING THE ANSWERING
SYSTEM TO ANSWER
CALLS
• You pick up the system’s handset or any
phone on the same phone line.
To set the answering system to answer calls,
ANSWER
Note:
When the answering system’s mes-
press
on the base. If the system is
set to record a caller’s message (see “Set-
ting the Record Time”), it plays the outgoing
message and shows the number of recorded
messages. If the system is set to announce-
sage memory is full, FL appears message
counter window and the system announces
“No remaining time” when you try to operate
it.
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PLAY/STOP
your messages, press
. The sys-
RECORDING A MEMO
tem announces the number of new and old
messages, then plays the new messages.
The message number appears as each mes-
sage plays, and the system announces the
day and time of the call at the end of each
message.
A memo is a message you can record at the
answering system for yourself or others in
your home or office for up to 10 minutes. The
system stores memos as incoming messag-
es (see “Playing Messages”).
MEMO
To record a memo, hold down
on the
To play all messages after playing the new
base until the answering system beeps and
– – appears in the message counter win-
dow, then speak your message. When you
PLAY/STOP
messages, press
again.
SKIP
To skip to the next message, press
the base during playback.
on
PLAY/STOP
MEMO
.
finish the memo, press
or
To replay the current message from the be-
Note:
The answering system cannot record
REPEAT
on the base. If you
within about 2 seconds (4
ginning, press
a memo less than two seconds long.
REPEAT
press
seconds for remote operation) after a mes-
sage begins playing, the system replays the
previous message.
RECORDING A
CONVERSATION
The answering system lets you record both
sides of a telephone conversation up to 10
minutes when you are talking with the hand-
set.
ADJUSTING THE
ANSWERING SYSTEM’S
VOLUME
Important:
It is illegal in some areas to
To adjust the speaker’s volume, repeatedly
record a conversation without the consent of
all parties to the conversation, including the
phone company. Check the laws in your area
before you use the two-way recording fea-
ture.
VOLUME
press
8 or 9 on the base. The
volume setting from 1 (lowest) to 10 (high-
est) appears in the message counter win-
dow.
DELETING MESSAGES
To start recording a phone conversation,
MEMO
hold down
on the base until the an-
To delete the current message while it is
swering system beeps and -- appears. To
DELETE
playing, hold down
on the base until
PLAY/STOP
MEMO
.
stop recording, press
or
the answering system beeps.
The system stores a recorded conversation
as a message (see “Playing Messages”).
To delete all messages at once, while mes-
DELETE
sages are not playing, hold down
Note:
The answering system cannot record
until the system beeps and 0 appears in the
message counter window.
a conversation less than two seconds long,
or a call using the speakerphone.
Note:
You cannot delete new (unplayed)
messages. If you try to delete all messages
at once while you still have new messages,
the system sounds five quick beeps and
does not delete any messages.
PLAYING MESSAGES
After the answering system has recorded a
message, its message counter shows the to-
tal number of messages stored. If you have
new messages, the number flashes. To play
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• Record a new outgoing message.
• Record a memo.
SETTING THE REMOTE
OPERATION PIN
The answering system’s two-digit remote op-
eration PIN (personal identification number)
prevents unauthorized remote access to
your messages. The PIN is preset to 80. Fol-
low these steps to change the PIN to any
number from 00 to 99.
• Erase messages.
Note:
You cannot remotely operate the sys-
tem using its handset or another telephone
on the same line as the system.
USING THE TOLL-SAVER
Note:
If you wait more than 2 minutes be-
tween each keypress, the system exits the
PIN setting process. Start again at Step 1.
RING TIME
T/S
(toll-saver), (see
If
is set to
“Setting the Day/Time” on Page 12), the sys-
tem answers after three rings if you have
new messages (ones you have not listened
to). If there are no new messages, the sys-
tem answers after five rings. This gives you
time to hang up before the system answers
so you can avoid unnecessary long-distance
charges.
PIN
1. Hold down
on the base until the
answering system beeps and 00
appears in the message counter win-
dow.
SKIP
2. Press
on the base to set the first
digit of the PIN higher or
REPEAT
to set
PIN
it lower. Then press
.
USING REMOTE
COMMANDS
SKIP
REPEAT
to set the second
3. Press
or
PIN
digit of the PIN, then press
tem announces the new PIN.
. The sys-
Follow these steps to operate the answering
system from a remote location.
PIN
To check your PIN at any time, press
.
The PIN appears in the message counter
window, and the answering system announc-
es it.
Note:
If you wait more than 15 seconds be-
tween each keypress, the system sounds a
long beep and hangs up.
Note:
SPEAKER
PLAY/STOP
or
If you press
1. Dial your phone number and wait for the
system to answer.
while changing the PIN, the system exits set-
up. Begin again with Step 1.
If the system is not set to answer calls, it
will answer after about 10 rings and
sound a series of beeps.
REMOTE OPERATION
While you are away from your home or of-
fice, 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 PIN and do any of the fol-
lowing:
2. When the outgoing message begins (or
the system sounds a series of beeps),
#
press , then enter your PIN within 2
seconds.
• Set the answering system to answer or
not answer calls.
• Listen to your messages.
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3. If the PIN is correct, the system
announces the day and time, then it
announces the number of new and old
messages. The system plays all new
messages then beeps about once every
two seconds to let you know it is ready
to accept remote commands.
Remote Commands
Press #
then
To
1
Repeat the current message during
playback.
2
3
Play messages.
Notes:
Skip current message during play-
back.
• If the system does not respond, try
entering your pin again. If you enter
an incorrect PIN three times, the sys-
tem beeps and hangs up.
4
5
Delete current message during play-
back.
Stop playback, recording, and room
monitoring.
• When the system is in remote opera-
tion, it stops all answering functions
and rC appears in the message
counter window. The system resumes
answering functions when it is no
longer in remote command if you
have not turned it off.
6
7
8
Set the system to answer calls.
Record or stop recording a memo.
Record or stop recording a new out-
going message.
9
Set the system to not answer calls.
Monitor the room where the system is
located.
• The remote playback of incoming
messages is limited to 4 minutes. If
you have more messages after 4 min-
utes have passed, you must press #
2 again to listen to the rest of the
messages.
• When using remote operation, you
can only delete the current message
during playback. You cannot delete
all the messages stored at one time.
• The maximum length of a memo
recorded by remote operation is 4
minutes.
4. To use a remote command, press # and
(within 2 seconds) the number for the
command you want.
Note:
The remote operation stops when
someone picks up the handset or any
phone on the same phone line.
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ˆ Troubleshooting
We do not expect you to have any problems with your telephone, but if you do, these sugges-
tions might help.
Problem
Suggestion
Low volume or unusual sounds.
Someone has picked up another phone on the
same line. Hang up the other phone.
CH
to change the channel.
Severe noise interference.
Press
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.
Be sure neither antenna is touching a metal sur-
face.
Return the handset to the cradle, and recharge the
battery pack. Replace the battery pack if necessary
(see “Connecting and Charging the Battery Pack”
on Page 10).
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 bat-
tery 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.
The handset does not ring or receive a Move the base away from other electrical devices
page.
and sources of noise.
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 place the handset
back on the base. The CHARGE/IN USE indicator
lights, indicating that the code is set again.
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Problem
Suggestion
The handset stops working or works
poorly during a call (continued).
Check the charging contacts on the handset and
base. If they are dirty, clean them with a pencil
eraser.
The 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 system does not record callers’
messages.
REC TIME
ANN
(announcement only). Set it
is set to
1
4
to or .
Delete messages if memory is full.
If you still have problems, disconnect the telephone. 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
To enjoy your telephone for a long time:
• Keep the telephone dry. If it gets wet,
wipe it dry immediately.
• Use and store the telephone only in nor-
mal temperature environments.
• Handle the telephone gently and care-
fully. Do not drop it.
• Keep the telephone away from dust and
dirt.
• Wipe the telephone with a damp cloth
occasionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the telephone’s
internal components can cause a malfunc-
tion and might invalidate its warranty and
void your FCC authorization to operate it. If
your telephone is not performing as it should,
take it to your local RadioShack store for as-
sistance. If the trouble is affecting the tele-
phone lines, the phone company can ask
you to disconnect your telephone until you
have resolved the problem.
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ˆ Notes
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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 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 warranted 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.
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