Radio Shack 43-1107A Manual

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RADIOSHACK MODEL 43-1107A (FCC ID: AAO4301107A) - USER MANUAL
AND OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION
USER MANUAL
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Introduction
Your 900 MHz cordless phones is designed and engineered to exacting
standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance.

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Features
900 MHz Extended Range Technology
40 Channel Autoscan
9-Number Memory Dialing
3 One-Touch Priority Keys
Desk or Wall Mountable
Tone/Pulse Dialing
Handset Volume Control
32 Digit Redial
Page/Find
AutoTalk
AutoStandby
7 Hours Talk Time
Hearing Aid Compatible

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Your 900 MHz cordless phone includes AutoTalk and AutoStandby. AutoTalk
allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so
you dont have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping switches.
AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the
base.
The UltraClear Plus true compander circuitry virtually eliminates
background noise. This innovative technology, together with 40 different
channels, provides you with the best possible reception during all your
conversations.
To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone
being activated by other equipment, your phone has Random Code digital
security which automatically selects one of over 65,000 digital security
codes for the handset and base. Also, the AutoSecure feature
electronically locks your phone when the handset is in the base.
To get the most from your phone, please read this owners manual
thoroughly. Also, be sure to complete the product registration form and
mail it in.

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Included with Your Phone
This Owners Manual
Other Printed Material
Precautions and Important Safety Instructions
Controls and Functions
1.talk - answers or places calls
2.*/tone - switches to tone dialing in pulse dial mode
3.redial - redials the last number
4.pause - adds a timed pause in a memory dialing sequence
5.talk/batt - LED indicates when phone is in use or the battery is low
6.flash - accesses call waiting (if available)
7.mem - enters or recalls numbers in memory
8.volume - sets both the ringer and earpiece volumes
9.chan - selects another channel for clearer reception
10.m1, m2, m3 - accesses stored numbers in memory locations 1, 2, and 3
for one-touch dialing
11.handset retainer - holds handset in base for wall mounting.
12.status LED - indicates the phone is in use or the handset is charging
13.page/find - locates the handset

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Installation
Charging the Battery Pack
The rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack must be fully charged before
using your phone for the first time. Before plugging the phone line into
your new phone, you must charge the battery for approximately 15-20 hours
without interruption.
1.Remove the handset battery cover.
2.Plug the batterys cable into the handset and place the battery pack
inside the battery compartment.
3.Replace the battery cover.
Charging the Handset
Place the handset on the base to charge. (The handset can charge in
either the face-up or face-down position.)
Low Battery Indicator
When the battery pack in the handset is low and needs to be charged, the
batt LED flashes every 3 seconds. If this occurs while you are on the
phone, you will hear an alert tone. Complete your call as quickly as
possible, and return the handset to the base for charging.

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Cleaning the Battery Contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery contacts
on the handset and base about once a month. Use a pencil eraser or other
contact cleaner. Do not use any liquids or solvents.
Selecting a Location
Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the Installation
Considerations included in the Precautions and Important Safety
Instructions brochure. Note: Raise the antenna on the base to get best
communication range.
Setting the Dial Mode Switch
Desk or Tabletop Installation
1.Plug the AC adapter cord into the 9V DC input jack on the base.
2.Wrap the AC adapter cord inside the molded strain-relief.
3.Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the
base.
4.Place the telephone cord into the right molded channel cord holder.
5.Plug the other end of the telephone cord into the telephone wall jack.
(Remember, the phone must be fully charged before you can use it.)
6.Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet that is not
controlled by a wall switch.
7.Raise the antenna on the base.

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Wall Installation
Setting the Handset Retainer for Wall Mounting
1.Remove the handset retainer on the base by sliding it upward.
2.Flip the retainer over so the tab is facing up.
3.Slide the retainer back onto the base.
Mounting on a Standard Wall Plate
The phone is designed to be mounted on a standard AT&T or GTE wall plate.
1.Plug the AC adapter into the base.
2.Place the AC adapter cord inside the left molded channel cord holder.
3.Plug a short telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the base.
4.Place the telephone cord into the right molded channel cord holder and
plug the other end of the cord into the wall jack. (Remember, the phone
must be fully charged before you can use it.)
5.Place the base on the two posts of the wall plate and slide downward to
secure.
6.Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet that is not
controlled by a wall switch.
7.Raise the antenna on the base to get best communication range.

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Mounting Directly on a Wall
If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can mount the phone
directly on a wall. Before mounting your cordless telephone, consider the
following:
Select a location away from electrical cables, pipes, or other items
behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when inserting
screws into the wall.
Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the
base and handset; otherwise, damage to the unit could result.
Use #10 screws with anchoring devices suitable for the wall material
where the base will be placed.
1.Insert the screws, with their appropriate anchoring devices, 35/16
inches apart. Allow 3/16 of an inch between the wall and screw heads for
mounting the phone.
2.Plug the AC adapter into the base.
3.Place the AC adapter cord inside the left molded channel cord holder.
4.Plug one end of the long telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the base.
5.Place the telephone cord into the right molded channel cord holder.
6.Place the base on the screws and push down until its firmly seated.
7.Plug the other end of the telephone line into the telephone wall jack.
(Remember, the phone must be fully charged before you can use it.)
8.Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet that is not
controlled by a wall switch.
9.Raise the antenna on the base to get best communication range.

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Setting Up Your Phone
Raising the Antenna
Before using your phone, be sure to raise its antenna to the vertical
position.
Adjusting Ringer/Volume Controls
Ringer Tone and Volume
1.While the phone is not in use, press volume .
2.The phone has two ringer tones, each with two volume levels. Press
volume again until you hear the ringer tone and volume level you want.
Setting the Handset Earpiece Volume
1.While you are on a call, press volume .
2.The phone has two receiver volume levels, one soft and one loud. Press
volume again until you hear the volume level you want.
3.Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120VAC wall outlet that is not
controlled by a wall switch.
4.Place the handset upright in the charging cradle. (The handset can be
placed in the charger with the keypad facing either the front or back of
the charging cradle.)The charge LED lights while the unit is charging.

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Using Your Phone
Making and Receiving Calls
Storing a Number in Memory
Your 900 MHz cordless phone has 9 memory locations for storing important
telephone numbers.
1.Remove the handset from the base and press mem. The talk LED flashes
and you hear a beep.
2.Enter the phone number you want to store (up to 16 digits).
3.Press mem and enter a number (1-9) on the keypad for the memory
location you want to use.
You hear a long beep and the talk LED goes out indicating the number has
been stored successfully.
If you select any keys other than 1-9, the handset will beep rapidly and
no number will be stored.
Entering a Pause in Memory Dialing
If you would like to use a phone number stored in memory to access voice
mail, for example, you can store a pause in the phone number sequence.
To use this function, follow steps 1 and 2 in Storing a Number in Memory,
then press the pause button on the handset to place a pause in the phone
number sequence.