Radio Shack 43-325 User manual

User’s Guide
43-325, 43-326
Thank you for purchasing your new cordless phone from RadioShack. Please
read this user’s guide before installing, setting up, and using your new phone.
Caller ID Cordless Phone
43-325 and 43-326
43-326 only

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Contents
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Contents
Contents
Package Contents .........................................................................................4
Features...........................................................................................................4
Telephone Setup .............................................................................5
Telephone Base and Charger Installation ....................................................5
Battery Installation and Charging .................................................................6
Installation Options .......................................................................................7
Wall Mount Installation .............................................................................8
Telephone Base Layout..................................................................................9
Handset Layout.............................................................................................10
Handset Ringer Volume ...............................................................................12
Telephone Base Ringer Volume ..................................................................12
Ringer Tone...................................................................................................12
Key Tone........................................................................................................12
LCD Language..............................................................................................13
Clear Voicemail .............................................................................................13
Home Area Code..........................................................................................14
Telephone Operation ....................................................................15
Make a Call ...................................................................................................15
Predial a Call .................................................................................................15
Answer a Call ................................................................................................15
End a Call ......................................................................................................15
Speakerphone...............................................................................................15
Volume...........................................................................................................15
Mute ..............................................................................................................15
Ringer Mute..............................................................................................16
Call Waiting...................................................................................................16
Find Handset.................................................................................................16
Chain Dialing ................................................................................................16
Multiple Handset Use...................................................................................17
Intercom ........................................................................................................17
Share an Outside Call ..................................................................................18
Directory........................................................................................20
Store a Directory Entry .................................................................................20
Character Chart ............................................................................................21
Search the Directory.....................................................................................22
Alphabetical Search .....................................................................................22
Dial a Directory Entry ...................................................................................22
Edit a Directory Entry ...................................................................................23
Delete from the Directory .......................................................................23
Call Log .........................................................................................24
About Caller ID.............................................................................................24
About the Call Log .......................................................................................24
Missed Calls Indicator .................................................................................25
Review the Call Log .....................................................................................25
Make a Call Log Entry Ready to Dial ..........................................................26
Dial a Call Log Entry ....................................................................................26
Save a Call Log Entry to the Directory........................................................26
Delete from the Call Log .............................................................................27
Call Log Display Screen Messages .............................................................28
Redial List ......................................................................................................28
Dial a Redial Entry ........................................................................................28
Delete from Redial .......................................................................................28
Additional Information ..................................................................29
Handset Display Screen Messages .............................................................29
Handset and Telephone Base Indicators....................................................31
Handset Lights .........................................................................................31
Telephone Base Lights ............................................................................31
Handset Icons...........................................................................................31
Battery ...........................................................................................................32
Expanding Your Telephone System ............................................................33
Add and Register a Handset (Optional).................................................33
Replace a Handset...................................................................................34
Troubleshooting............................................................................................35
Important Safety Instructions.......................................................................41
Operating Range..........................................................................................43
Maintenance .................................................................................................43
About Cordless Telephones ........................................................................43
Specifications................................................................................................44
FCC Information ...........................................................................................45
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................47

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Telephone Setup
Package Contents Telephone Setup
Telephone Base and Charger Installation
Install the telephone base and chargers as shown below. Make sure that the
electrical outlet is not controlled by a wall switch.
nNotes:
• If you subscribe to digital subscriber line (DSL) high-speed Internet
service through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between
the telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack. The filter prevents
noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Contact your
DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
• Use only the power adapters supplied with this product.
Handset
43-325 qty. 1
43-326 qty. 2
Telephone base
Handset battery
43-325 qty. 1
43-326 qty. 2
Handset
charger
43-326 qty. 1
Charger AC
adapter
43-325 qty. 1
43-326 qty. 2
Telephone
line cord
Wall bracket
Features
• Interference free DECT 6.0 technology
• Expandable up to 12 handsets
• Voicemail indicator alerts you when you have a message
• Speakerphone allows you to communicate hands-free
• Phonebook stores up to 50 names and numbers for quick dial
Quick Start
User’s
Guide
DSL filter
(optional, not
included)
Telephone
base
Charger

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Battery Installation and Charging
Install the battery as shown below. For best performance, charge the
handset for at least 16 hours before use. When not in use, place the handset
in the telephone base or charger. See page 32 for battery operating times.
1. If the battery compartment cover is on the handset, press the
indentation and slide the cover to remove.
2. Plug the battery securely into the plug inside the handset battery
compartment, matching the color-coded label.
3. Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires
inside the battery compartment.
4. Align the cover flat against the battery
compartment, then slide it towards the center
of the handset until it clicks into place.
5. Charge the handset by placing it in the
telephone base or charger. The CHARGE
light is on when the handset charges.
nNotes:
• When the screen shows LOW BATTERY, the backlight is off.
• If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove
the battery to prevent possible leakage.
• To purchase replacement batteries, visit your local RadioShack store or
go to www.RadioShack.com.
Recycle Rechargeable Batteries
Placing rechargeable batteries in the trash can be harmful to the
environment. Instead, recycle old rechargeable batteries at your
local RadioShack store free of charge. RadioShack participates
in the RBRC© battery recycling program, and is committed to
preserving the environment and conserving natural resources.
Call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for more information.
Battery indicators Battery status Action
The screen is blank.
Battery has no charge
and the handset
cannot be used.
Charge until the screen
shows LOW BATTERY (at
least 10 minutes).
The screen shows
PLACE IN CHARGER
and flashes.
Battery has very
little charge and the
handset cannot be
used.
Charge until the screen
shows LOW BATTERY
(about four minutes).
The screen shows
LOW BATTERY,
flashes, and the
handset beeps.
Battery has enough
charge to be used for
a short time.
Charge until the screen
shows HANDSET X (about
one hour).
The screen shows
HANDSET X.Battery is charged.
To keep the battery
charged, place it in
the telephone base or
charger when not in use.
Installation Options
Your telephone base is now ready for table top use. If you want to mount
your telephone on a wall, use the provided wall bracket to connect with a
standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. If you do not have this
mounting plate, you can purchase one from your local RadioShack store or
www.RadioShack.com. You may need professional assistance to install the
mounting plate.
Match with color-coded label
Red wire
Black wire

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Wall Mount Installation
1. Position the telephone base as shown below. Insert the extended tabs
(marked B) of the wall bracket into the slots on the back of the telephone
base (marked B). Push the telephone base down until it clicks into place.
2. If you are using a DSL filter, plug the line cord into the filter now. Route
the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) through the wall bracket hole.
Route the power cord out of the bottom of the telephone.
3. Plug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) into the wall jack. Plug the
power adapter into a power outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
4. Align the holes on the bracket with the standard wall plate and slide the
bracket down until it locks securely. Bundle the telephone line cord and
power adapter cord neatly with a twist tie.
IN USE light
• Flashes when there
is an incoming
call, or another
telephone sharing
the same line is in
use.
• On when the
handset is in use.
Telephone Base Layout
FIND HANDSET
Press to page all
system handsets.
VOICEMAIL light
Flashes when you
have new voicemail,
a service offered
by your telephone
company.
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DSL filter
(optional, not
included)

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Handset Layout
CID (Caller ID)
• Press to review the call log when the telephone is not in use.
• While in a menu, press to scroll down.
• During a call, press to lower the listening volume.
CHARGE light
On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger.
OFF/CLEAR
• During a call, press to hang up.
• While the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer
temporarily.
• Press and hold while the telephone is not in use to erase the
missed calls indicator.
• During programming, press to exit without making changes.
/ FLASH
• Press to make or answer a call.
• During a call, press to receive an incoming call when you receive a
call waiting alert.
1
While reviewing a call log entry, press repeatedly to add or remove
1 in front of the telephone number before dialing or saving it in the
directory.
INT (Intercom)
Press to initiate an intercom conversation or transfer a call.
#
Press to show other dialing options when reviewing a call log entry.
MUTE/REMOVE
• While on a call, press to mute the microphone.
• While reviewing the call log or directory, press to delete an
individual entry.
• Press to delete digits when predialing.
REDIAL/PAUSE
• Press to review the redial list.
• While dialing or entering numbers into the directory, press and
hold to insert a dialing pause.
(Directory)
• Press to enter the directory when the telephone is not in use.
• While in a menu, press to scroll up.
• During a call, press to raise the listening volume.
MENU/SELECT
• Press to show the menu.
• While in a menu, press to select an item, or save an entry or setting.
(Speakerphone)
Press to switch between speakerphone and handset.

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Handset Ringer Volume
You can set the ringer volume or turn the ringer off.
1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu.
2. Press or to select >RINGER VOLUME, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to adjust the volume. A sample of
each ringer volume plays as you scroll through the
choices.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
nNote: Setting the volume to the lowest level turns off the ringer. The
ringer off icon ( ) appears.
Telephone Base Ringer Volume
Press VOLor VOL on the telephone base to adjust the ringer volume
when the telephone is not in use. When you set the ringer volume to zero,
the base ringer is off and the system announces, “Base ringer is off.”
Ringer Tone
You can choose from different ringer tones.
1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu.
2. Press or to select >RINGER TONE, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to select the desired ringer tone.
A sample of each ringer tone plays as you scroll
through the choices.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
If you turn off the ringer volume, you will not hear ringer
tone samples.
Key Tone
You can turn the key tone on or off.
1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu.
2. Press or to select >KEY TONE, then press
MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to choose ON or OFF.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
>RINGER VOLUME
RINGER TONE
>RINGER VOLUME
RINGER TONE
RINGER VOLUME RINGER VOLUME
>RINGER TONE
KEY TONE
>RINGER TONE
KEY TONE
RINGER TONE
1
RINGER TONE
1
>KEY TONE
LCD LANGUAGE
>KEY TONE
LCD LANGUAGE
KEY TONE
ON
KEY TONE
ON
LCD Language
You can select ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS or ESPAÑOL to
be used in all screen displays.
1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu.
2 Press or to select >LCD LANGUAGE, then
press MENU/SELECT.
3. Press or to scroll through the choices.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
Clear Voicemail
If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone company,
when you have new voicemail messages NEW VOICEMAIL and appear
on the handset, and the VOICEMAIL light on the telephone base flashes.
Contact your local telephone company for more information and assistance
about using your voicemail service.
After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on
both the handset and telephone base turn off automatically.
Use the clear voicemail feature when the telephone indicates that there is
new voicemail but there is none (for example, when you have accessed your
voicemail while away from home). Clearing the voicemail waiting indicator
only turns off the indicators; it does not delete your voicemail messages. As
long as you have new voicemail messages, your local telephone company
continues to send the signal to turn on the indicators.
To manually turn off these indicators:
1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu.
2. Press or to select >CLR VOICEMAIL, then
press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows TURN OFF
INDICATOR?
3. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
nNote: Your telephone service provider might alert
you to new messages with a stutter (broken) dial tone.
Contact your service provider for details.
>LCD LANGUAGE
SET DATE/TIME
>LCD LANGUAGE
SET DATE/TIME
LCD LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
LCD LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
>CLR VOICEMAIL
HOME AREA CODE
>CLR VOICEMAIL
HOME AREA CODE
TURN OFF
INDICATOR?
TURN OFF
INDICATOR?

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Home Area Code
If you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required),
you can program your home area code so that when you receive a call
within your local area, the telephone number is automatically stored without
the area code in the call log.
1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu.
2. Press or to select >HOME AREA CODE, then
press MENU/SELECT.
3. Use the dialing keys to enter the desired home area
code.
• Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete a digit.
• Press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to delete the
entire entry.
4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm.
nNote: If in the future your telephone company requires you to dial the
area code when making a local call, delete the home area code you have
already programmed by pressing MUTE/REMOVE. After you have deleted
the programmed home area code, ___ appears.
>HOME AREA CODE
DIRECTORY
>HOME AREA CODE
DIRECTORY
HOME AREA CODE
817
HOME AREA CODE
817
Telephone Operation
Make a Call
Press /FLASH or . You will hear a dial tone.
Dial the number.
Predial a Call
Dial the number.
Press /FLASH or .
Answer a Call
Press /FLASH, , or any of the dialing keys
(0-9, #, *).
nNotes:
• The screen shows the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes and
seconds).
• When predialing (preview numbers before dialing), press
MUTE/REMOVE or OFF/CLEAR to backspace and delete; press and
hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (pappears).
End a Call
Press OFF/CLEAR or put the handset in the telephone base or charger.
Speakerphone
During a call, press to switch between
speakerphone and normal handset use.
Volume
During a call, press VOLor VOL to adjust the
listening volume.
Mute
The mute function allows you to hear the other party
but the other party cannot hear you.
1. During a call, press MUTE/REMOVE on the
handset. The handset screen shows MUTED for a

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few seconds. MUTE appears at the bottom of the
screen until the mute function is turned off.
2. Press MUTE/REMOVE again to resume the
conversation. The handset screen temporarily
shows MICROPHONE ON.
Ringer Mute
When the telephone is ringing, press OFF/CLEAR
or MUTE/REMOVE to temporarily silence the ringer
without disconnecting the call. The next call rings
normally.
Call Waiting
If you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone company, you
hear an alert tone if there is an incoming call while you are on another call.
Press /FLASH to answer the new incoming call. Press /FLASH again
to return to the original call.
Find Handset
Use this feature to page all system handsets.
Press FIND HANDSET on the telephone base.
All idle handsets ring and the screens show
** PAGING **.
To end paging, press /FLASH, , any
dialing keys (0-9, #, *), or press
FIND HANDSET on the telephone base.
Chain Dialing
Use this feature while already dialing one phone number or while on a call
to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the directory, stored in
the call log, or from the most recent redial phone number. Chain dialing can
be useful when accessing numbers other than phone numbers (such as bank
account information or access codes).
To access a number in the directory while on a call:
1. Press MENU/SELECT twice to select >DIRECTORY.
2. Scroll to the desired entry by pressing or .
3. Press MENU/SELECT to dial the displayed number.
PHONE 0:00:00
MUTED
MUTE
PHONE 0:00:00
MUTED
MUTE
RINGER MUTERINGER MUTE
To access a number in the call log while on a call:
1. Press MENU/SELECT and then press or to highlight >CALL LOG.
2. Press MENU/SELECT to select.
3. Scroll to the desired entry by pressing or .
4. Press MENU/SELECT to dial the displayed number.
To access the last number on the redial list while on a call:
Press REDIAL/PAUSE to dial. Press REDIAL/PAUSE again within two
seconds to cancel the chain dialing.
Multiple Handset Use
You can use up to two system handsets at a time on an outside call. If
a handset is already on a call and you would like to join the call, press
/FLASH or on another handset to join the call.
To end the call, press OFF/CLEAR or place the handset in the telephone
base or charger. The call will not be terminated until all handsets hang up.
You can buy additional expansion handsets for this telephone base from
your local RadioShack store or at www.RadioShack.com. You can register up
to 12 handsets to the telephone base.
The first nine handsets that you register are named HANDSETS 1-9. Use
the handset number to intercom and transfer calls. Although the names
for handsets 10-12 appear in their displays as 10-12, when you intercom or
transfer to one of them, you must use *0 for HANDSET 10, *1 for HANDSET
11, and *2 for HANDSET 12.
Intercom
You can have a conversation between two system handsets, so you can call
someone in another room of your home.
1. Press INT on your handset when not in use.
• If you have a two-handset system, your handset
screen shows CALLING OTHER HANDSET.
• If you have more than two handsets, your screen
shows INTERCOM TO:. Use the dialing keys to
select the other handset. Your screen shows
CALLING HANDSET X.
The other handset rings and its screen shows either
OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING or HANDSET X IS
CALLING.
CALLING
OTHER HANDSET
CALLING
OTHER HANDSET
OTHER HANDSET
IS CALLING
OTHER HANDSET
IS CALLING

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2. To answer the intercom call, press /FLASH, , INT, or any
dialing keys (0-9, #, *) on the other handset. Both handsets now show
INTERCOM.
3. To end an intercom call, press INT, OFF/CLEAR, or place the handset
back in the telephone base or charger.
nNote: If the other handset does not answer the intercom call within 100
seconds, is in use, or is out of range, your originating handset screen shows
UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN and returns to idle mode.
To answer an incoming call during an intercom call:
If you receive an incoming outside call during an intercom call, there is an
alert tone.
• To answer the call, press /FLASH. The intercom call ends
automatically.
• To end the intercom call without answering the incoming call, press
OFF/CLEAR.
Share an Outside Call
You can call another system handset to join an outside call. That call
continues even if you hang up.
1. During a call, press INT. The other handset rings.
The outside call is put on hold.
• If you have a two-handset system, your handset
screen shows CALLING OTHER HANDSET. The
other handset rings and its screen shows OTHER
HANDSET IS CALLING.
• If you have more than two handsets, your screen
shows TRANSFER TO:. Use the dialing keys to
select the other handset. Your screen then shows
CALLING HANDSET X. The other handset rings
and its screen shows HANDSET X IS CALLING.
2. To answer the call on the other handset, press
/FLASH, , INT, or any dialing keys (0-9, #, *).
The outside call is still on hold and both handsets
now show INTERCOM. You can now have a private
conversation between the system handsets.
TRANSFER TO: TRANSFER TO:
CALLING
HANDSET X
CALLING
HANDSET X
HANDSET X
IS CALLING
HANDSET X
IS CALLING
INTERCOM INTERCOM
nNotes:
• If you want to cancel an intercom call and reconnect to the outside call
before the other handset answers, press /FLASH, or INT on your
originating handset.
• If the other handset does not answer the intercom call within 100
seconds, is in use, or is out of range, your originating handset screen
shows UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN and reconnects to the outside call
automatically.
3. From this intercom call, you have the following options:
• You can let the other handset join you on the outside call in a three-
way conversation. Press and hold INT on your originating handset.
• You can transfer the call. Press OFF/CLEAR, or place your handset
back in the telephone base or charger. Your screen shows CALL
TRANSFERED. The other handset is automatically connected to the
outside call.
• You can alternate between the outside call (OUTSIDE CALL appears
on the screen) and the intercom call (INTERCOM appears on the
screen). Press INT repeatedly on your originating handset.
• The other person can leave the intercom call by pressing OFF/
CLEAR, or placing the other handset back in the telephone base or
charger. The outside call continues with the original system handset.