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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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