Radio Shack 43-3505 User manual

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All Rights Reserved.
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used by RadioShack Corporation.
OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
900 MHz Cordless Telephone
with 10 Memory Speed Dial
FEATURES
Your RadioShack 900 MHz Cordless Phone offers the latest ad-
vances in cordless phone technology. Its headset jack lets you
connect an optional headset for hands-free convenience while
you use the phone. The base’s space-saving design makes it per-
fect for areas where space is limited.
Your phone has these features:
Ample Talk and Standby Time — when fully charged (about 12
hours), the supplied battery provides about 7 hours of talk time or
7 days of standby time.
Security Access-Protection Code — prevents other cordless
phone users from using your phone line while the keypad is off the
base.
10-Memory Speed Dial — stores up to 10 frequently called
phone numbers for easy dialing.
10-Channel Auto Scan — automatically selects a clear channel
when you make or answer a call.
Hearing-Aid Compatibility — lets you use your phone with hear-
ing aids that have a T (telephone) switch.
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Headset Jack — lets you connect an optional headset (available
at your local RadioShack store) for hands-free convenience.
Volume Control — lets you control the volume of the sound you
hear through the handset.
Page — lets you send a paging signal from the base to the hand-
set to help locate a misplaced handset or page someone at the
handset.
Your phone is ETL listed to UL standards and meets all applicable
FCC standards.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not ex-
pose this product to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
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 PERSON-
NEL.
This symbol is intended to alert you to the pres-
ence 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.
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READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLATION
Each device that you connect to the phone line draws power from
the phone line. We refer to this power draw as the device’s ringer
equivalence number, or REN. The REN is on the bottom of the
base.
If you are using 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 ar-
eas), your phone might not ring. If ringer operation is impaired, re-
move a device from the line.
FCC STATEMENT
This telephone complies with Part 68 of the
FCC Rules
. You must,
upon request, provide the FCC registration number and the REN
to your phone company. These numbers are on the bottom of the
base.
Compatible jacks for this phone are RJ11C and RJ11W, available
at your local RadioShack store.
Note: You must not connect your phone to any of the following:
• coin-operated systems
• party-line systems
• most electronic key phone systems
This symbol is intended to inform you that impor-
tant operating and maintenance instructions are
included in the literature accompanying this prod-
uct.
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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, equip-
ment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of
this telephone. The telephone company notifies you of these
changes in advances, so you can take the necessary steps to pre-
vent interruption of your telephone service.
This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice as specified in Part 15 of the
FCC Rules
. These limits provide
reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a resi-
dential area. However, your equipment might cause TV or radio
interference even when it is operating properly. To eliminate inter-
ference, you can try one or more of the following corrective mea-
sures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio
or TV.
• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment
and the radio or TV.
Consult your local RadioShack store if the problem still exists.
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LIGHTNING
You telephone has built-in lightning protection to reduce the risk of
damage from surges in telephone line and power line current. This
lightning protection meets or exceeds FCC requirement. Howev-
er, 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.
PREPARATION
Mounting the Phone
You can place the phone on a desk or table, mount it on a stan-
dard wall plate, or mount it directly on a wall.
Select a location that is:
• near an easily accessible AC outlet
• near a telephone line jack
• out of the way of normal activities
• away from electrical machinery, electrical appliances, metal
walls, filing cabinets, wireless intercoms, security alarms, and
room monitors
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.
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Caution: The supplied AC adapter was designed specifically for
your phone. Use only the supplied adapter.
Notes:
• Your telephone connects directly to a 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.
• The USOC number of the jack to be installed is RJ11C.
On a Desk
You can power the base using the supplied 12V, 200 mA AC/DC
adapter.
Cautions:
You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies
12V DC and delivers at least 200 mA. Its center tip
must be set to positive and its plug must fit the
phone's DC 12V 200mA 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 con-
nect it to AC power. When you finish, disconnect the adapter
from AC power before you disconnect it from the phone.
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Follow these steps to place the base on a desk or table using the
supplied bracket.
1. Insert the bracket’s tabs into the base’s upper tab slots as
shown, then press down on the bracket’s clips and insert
them into the clip slots.
2. Plug one end of the supplied modu-
lar cord into the TEL LINE jack on
the back of the base.
3. Plug the modular cord’s other end
into a modular phone line jack.
4. Insert the supplied AC adapter’s barrel plug into the DC 12V
200mA jack on the back of the base.
5. Route the adapter’s cord through the strain relief slot on the
bracket.
6. Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.
7. Lift the base’s antenna to a vertical position.
On a Wall Plate or Wall
1. Insert the supplied bracket’s tabs into the base’s lower tab
slots, then press down on the bracket’s clips and insert them
into the clip 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 12V
200mA jack on the back of the base.
TEL LINE
DC 12V
200mA Jack
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4. Route the adapter’s cord through the narrow groove on the
bottom of the bracket.
5. Plug the modular cord 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, turn it over and upside
down so its tabbed edge faces up, then slide it back down
into its slot.
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 bot-
tom of the base.
Follow the steps under “On a Wall Plate or Wall” on Page 7, then
apply these additional instructions.
1. Drill two holes 315/16 inches (100 mm) apart.
Then thread a screw into each hole, letting the
heads extend about 5/16 inch (8 mm) from the
wall.
2. Plug one end of the supplied long modular
cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the
base.
315/16"
5/16"
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3. Align the 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. You must connect the battery pack and charge it for at least
12 hours before you use the phone for the first time.
1. Press down and slide off the battery pack compartment cover.
2. Unfasten the retainer strap and lift the battery pack out of the
compartment.
3. Plug the battery pack’s connector into the socket in the com-
partment (the connector fits only one way), then replace the
battery pack and fasten the retainer strap.
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4. Replace the cover.
To charge the battery pack, place the handset either faceup or
facedown on the base. The CHARGE/IN USE indicator lights.
Notes:
• Recharge the battery pack if the handset beeps and the IN
USE/LOW BATT indicator on the handset flashes while you
are using the phone, or if the IN USE/LOW BATT indicator
flashes when the phone is not in use.
• When you first use the phone after charging or recharging the
battery pack, the phone might not work. Return the keypad to
the base for about 5 seconds to reset the security access-
protection code.
• About once a month, fully discharge the battery pack by
keeping the phone off the base until the low battery warning
tone sounds. Otherwise, the battery pack loses its ability to
fully recharge.
• If the CHARGE/IN USE indicator does not light when you
place the handset on the base, be sure the battery pack and
AC adapter are correctly and securely connected. Also,
check the charging contacts on the handset and base. If the
contacts are dirty or tarnished, clean them with a pencil
eraser.
• If the battery pack becomes completely discharged or the
base loses power while the handset is away from it, place the
handset on the base for about 5 seconds to reset the security
access-protection code. If the handset loses power, leave it
on the base to charge the battery pack.
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• If you are not going to use your phone for an extended period
of time, disconnect its battery pack. This helps increase the
battery pack’s life.
• When the handset is on the base, the CHARGE/IN USE/
MESSAGE indicator lights even when the battery pack is not
connected. If your phone does not work, be sure the battery
pack is properly connected.
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 Ra-
dioShack store.
Note: To avoid losing numbers stored in memory, you must install
and begin charging the new battery pack within 2 minutes of re-
moving the old one.
Warning: Dispose of the old battery back promptly and properly.
Do not burn or bury it.
Cautions:
• Be careful not to short the battery pack by touching it with
conducting materials, such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The
battery pack or conductor might overheat and burn.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery pack.
If you have trouble replacing the battery pack, take the phone to
your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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Important: The EPA certified RBRC®Battery Recy-
cling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery in-
dicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and recycle these batter-
ies at the end of their useful life, when taken out of
service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program pro-
vides 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/restric-
tions 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.
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A Quick Look at the Handset
Headset Jack
Press VOLUME 8
88
8or
9
99
9to adjust the hand-
set volume during a
call (see “Adjusting
the Handset’s Vol-
ume” on Page 16).
Use MEM to store
or recall names
and numbers in
memory (see
“Memory Dialing”
on Page 18).
Press MUTE to turn off
the handset micro-
phone (see “Using
Mute” on Page 17).
Press FLASH to
use the phone’s
flash function (see
“Using Flash” on
Page 17).
UseRINGEROFF/ON
to turn the ringer on
or off (see “Using a
Headset” on
Page 15).
Use REDIAL/PAUSE to redial
the last number dialed see
(“Using Redial” on Page 16), or
enter a pause in a memory
number (see “Entering a Pause
in a Memory Number” on
Page 19).
PressCH tochangethe
phone’s channel (see
“Changing Channels”
on Page 16).
PressTONE/∗
∗∗
∗to useyour
phone company’s special
tone services when you
are on a pulse line (see
“UsingToneServicesona
Pulse Line” on Page 17).
Use TALK to make,
answer,orendacall
(see “Making and
Receiving Calls” on
Page 15).
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Setting the Ringer
OFF/ON RINGER controls the handset ringer. To have the phone
ring when a call comes in, slide RINGER to ON. To turn the ringer
off, slide RINGER to OFF.
When RINGER is set to OFF, the phone does not ring, but you can
still make outgoing calls. If you hear an extension telephone ring,
you can answer the incoming call on this phone. The CHARGE/IN
USE indicator on the base and IN USE/LOW BATT on the hand-
set indicator flash until you answer the call.
Setting the Dialing Mode
Set TONE/PULSE on the back of the base for the type of service
you have. If you are not sure which type you have, do this simple
test after charging the battery pack.
1. Set TONE/PULSE to TONE before
use.
2. Press TALK so the CHARGE/IN
USE indicator lights then listen
for a dial tone.
3. Press any number other than 0 and 1.
Note: 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.
TONE/PULSE
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4. If you have tone service, leave TONE/PULSE set to TONE. If
you have pulse service, set TONE/PULSE to PULSE.
5. To hang up, place the handset on the base or press TALK.
Using a Headset
You can make or answer calls with hands-free convenience using
an optional headset that has a 3/32-inch (2.5mm) plug. Contact
your local RadioShack store for a suitable headset. To connect
the headset, insert the headset plug into the jack on the handset.
BASIC OPERATION
Making and Receiving Calls
To make a call, lift the handset from the base, then press TALK.
You hear a dial tone and the CHARGE/IN USE indicator on the
base and the IN USE/LOW BATT indicator on the handset light.
Dial the number.
To answer a call, lift the handset from the base, then press TALK.
The CHARGE/IN USE indicator lights.
To end a call, place the handset on the base or press TALK.
Notes:
• When you press a button, a single tone indicates that the
phone has accepted the command. Three tones indicate that
you pressed a button in error or there is severe interference.
(See “Changing Channels” on Page 16).
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• If interference is severe, the handset might lose communica-
tion with the base and the call might disconnect. If this hap-
pens, return the handset to the base for about 5 seconds to
reset the security access-protection code.
Adjusting the Handset’s Volume
To adjust the handset’s volume, repeatedly press VOLUME 8
88
8or
9
99
9during a call until the sound level is comfortable. The volume
remains set even after you hang up.
Note: The handset beeps 3 times when you reach the lowest or
highest volume level.
Changing Channels
Every time you press TALK, the phone automatically selects a
clear channel it uses for communication between the handset and
the base. If you hear interference during a call, repeatedly press
CH to change the channel until you get a clear one.
Using Redial
To redial the last number dialed, press TALK then REDIAL/PAUSE.
You can also redial a busy number quickly without hanging up the
phone. Press REDIAL.You hear a dial tone then the phone auto-
matically redials the number.
Notes:
• The redial memory holds up to 32 digits, so you can redial
long-distance as well as local numbers.
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• The redial memory can also store tone and pause entries
(see “Using Tone Services on a Pulse Line” and “Entering a
Pause in a Memory Number” on Page 19).
Using Mute
To talk to someone else in the room without the person on the oth-
er end of the phone line hearing your conversation, press MUTE.
Press MUTE again to resume your phone conversation.
Using Flash
FLASH provides the electronic equivalent of a switchhook signal
for special phone service such as Call Waiting.
For example, if you have Call Waiting, press FLASH to answer an
incoming call without disconnecting the current call. Press FLASH
again to return to the first call.
Note: If you do not have any special phone services, pressing
FLASH might disconnect your current call.
Using Tone Services on a Pulse Line
Some special services, such as bank-by-phone, require tone sig-
nals. If you have pulse service, you can still use these tone servic-
es by following these steps:
1. Dial the service’s main number.
2. When the service answers, press TONE/*. Any additional
numbers you dial are sent as tone signals.
3. After you complete the call, press TALK or return the handset
to the base. The phone automatically resets to pulse dialing.
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Using Page
You can send a page to the handset to locate it when it is away
from the base and not in use. To page the handset, press PAGE
on the base. The handset rings for about 15 seconds. To find the
handset, press and hold PAGE. The handset rings for about 1
minute. Press any key on the handset or PAGE on the base to si-
lence it sooner.
MEMORY DIALING
You can store up to 10 numbers of 16 digits each in the phone’s
memory.
Notes:
• To keep your accounts secure, we recommend you do not
store your personal access code for services such as bank-
by-phone in a memory location.
• When storing numbers for special services (such as alternate
long-distance or bank-by-phone), store the service’s main
phone number in one memory location and numbers for addi-
tional information in other locations.
Storing a Number in Memory
1. Press MEM on the handset.
2. Dial the desired number (up to 16 digits including any pause
entries).
3. Press MEM again to store the number.
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4. Press the memory location number (1–0) you want to store.
The handset sounds two long beeps.
Note: If you hear three short beeps, you did not store the
number successfully. Start again from step 1.
5. Write down the stored name and number on the memory
label provided.
Note:
• If the low battery warning tone sounds and the IN USE/LOW
BATT indicator flashes, recharge or replace the battery within
2 minutes, or the phone will not retain the numbers stored in
memory.
• If you receive a call while you are storing a number in mem-
ory, press TALK to answer the call. After the call, begin again
at Step 1.
• To change a number stored in memory, simply store a new
number in that memory location.
Entering a Pause in a Memory Number
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, if you do, you should also store a pause after
the access code to allow the outside line time to connect. After en-
tering the access code, press REDIAL/PAUSE to enter a 2-second
pause.
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Dialing a Stored Number
Press TALK. When you hear the dial tone, press MEM then the
memory location number (1–0). The phone dials the number.
Chain Dialing Service Numbers
To quickly recall special services numbers (such as alternate long
distance or bank by phone), store each group of numbers in its
own memory location.
When calling special services, dial the service’s main number first.
Then, at the appropriate place in call, press MEM, then the number
for the location where the additional numbers are stored.
Testing Stored Emergency Numbers
If you store an emergency service’s number (police department,
fire department, or ambulance, for example) and you want to test
the stored number, make the test call during the late evening or
early morning to avoid peak demand periods. Remain on the line
to explain the reason for your call.
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