Radio Shack TAD-1027 User Manual

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Digital Telephone Answering System

Cat. No. 43-787

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

TAD-1027

with Day/Time Voice Stamp

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FEATURES

Your RadioShack TAD-1027 Digital
Telephone Answering S ystem with Da y/
Time Voice Stamp is a hi gh-quality fully­digital telephone answering device with
touch-tone remote control. Fully digital
means the TAD-1027 stores all messag­es on a computer chip — t here are no
tape mechanisms to wear out and no
tapes to bother with. This gives you ca­pabilities that tape-based answering ma­chines do not have. For example, you
can move quickly from message to mes­sage without listening to every one.

The TAD-1027’s 14-mi nute memory ca­pacity lets you store more messages
than many other TADs (telephone an­swering devices). And, its unique, space­saving design makes it ideal for any desk
or nightstand. Your TAD-1027’s rem ote
control features let you retrieve messag­es from almost any touch-tone phone.
With an optional pocket tone dialer, you
can even use it from a rotary phone.

Your TAD-1027’s features include:

Di

ital Outgoing Message

— gives you
a clear outgoing message that can be up
to 60 seconds long.

Di

ital Incoming Message Storage

—
stores incoming messages of up to 60
seconds on a computer chip making it
easy to quickly access the message you
want.

Memor

Backup

— protects messages
stored in memory in case of a power fail­ure.

Ad

ustable Ring Selection

— lets you
set the TAD-1027 to answer the tele­phone after four or seven rings.

Toll Saver

— lets you avoid unneces­sary long-distance charges when you
call long distance to check your messag­es.

Call Screenin

— lets y ou listen to in­coming calls so you can decide whether
or not to answer.

Voice Da

/Time Stamp

— announces
the day and time when each message
was recorded.

User-Selectable 3-Di
ation Securit

Code

it Rem ote Op er -

— helps prevent

Phone Pickup Detection

cally stops the TAD-1027 and resets it if
you answer a call after the TAD answers.

Memo Recordin

— lets you leave

memos as messages on the TAD-1027.

— automati-

unauthorized remote operation.

© 1997, 1998 Tandy Corporation.

RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.

All Rights Reserved.

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To take advantage of all the TAD-1027’s
features, we recom men d that you read
this manual completely before you use
the TAD.

This TAD has been tested and certified
to comply with all applicable UL and FCC
standards.

WARNING

: To reduce the risk of
fire or shock hazard, do not ex­pose this product to rain or mois­ture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICE­ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC­ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

!

: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

This symbol is intended to alert you to
the presence of uninsulated danger­ous voltage within the product’s enclo­sure that might be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of elec­tric sh ock. Do not open th e produ ct’s
case.

This symbol is intended to inform you
that important operating and mainte­nance instructions are included in the
literature accompanying this product.

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READ THIS BEFORE
INSTALLATION

Your TAD-1027 conforms to federal reg­ulations, and you can con nect it to most
telephone lines. However, each device
you connect to the phone line draws
power from the phone line. We refer to
this power draw as the device’s

equivalence number

, or REN. The REN

ringer

is on the label on the bottom of the TAD.
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 (or
three in rural areas), your phone(s) might
not ring and your TAD might not answer.
If ringer operation is impaired, remove a
device from the line.

FCC STATEMENT

Your TAD-1027 complies with Part 68 of

FCC Rules

provide the FCC Registration Number
and the REN to your phone company.
Both numbers are on the label on the
bottom of the TAD.

You must not conne ct the TAD-1027 to
any of the following:

• Coin-operated systems

. You must, upon request,

• Party-line systems

• Most electronic key phone systems

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CONTENTS

Install a tion ....... .............. ........................................................................................ 5

Choosing a Location . ................... ................... .............. ................... ................. 5

Installing the Backup Battery ............................................................................ 5

Connecting to the Telephone Line .................................................................... 6

Connecting to Power ..................................................................... ....... ....... ..... 6

Preparation ........................................................................ .................................... 8

Setting the Day and Time ................................................................................. 8

Recording the Outgoing Message .................................................................... 9

Setting the Number of Rings ............................................................................ 9

Basic Operation .................................................................................................. 10

Setting the TA D-1027 to Answer Calls ........................................................... 10

Recording Incoming Messages ...................................................................... 10

Screening Calls .............................................................................................. 10

Playing Messages .......................................................................................... 11

Repeating Messages .......................................................................... ..... 11

Skipping Messages .................................................................................. 11

Pausing Me ssage Playback ..................................................................... 11

Stopping Message Playback .................................................................... 11

Deleting Messages ..................................................... ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... ... 11

Recording a Memo ......................................................................................... 12

Changing the Remote Operation Security Code ............................................ 12

Remote Operation ............................................................................................... 14

Using Remote Commands ............................................................. ................ 14

Remote Command Codes .......................................... ....... ..... ....... ....... ....15

Troubleshootin

Resetting the TAD-1027 ............................................................................... .. 16

Care and Maintenance ........................................................................................ 17

The FCC Wants You to Know ......................................................................... 18

Lightnin g ......................................................................................................... 18

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INSTALLATION

CHOOSING A LOCATION

Select a location that is near both a mod­ular telephone jack and an AC outlet.

Your TAD-1027 connects directly to a
modular telephone li ne jack. If the tele­phone line jack is not a modular jack, you
must update the wiring. You can convert
the wiring yourself, using jacks and
adapters available at your local Ra­dioShack store. Or, you can le t the tele­phone company update the wiring for
you. The USOC number of the jack to be
installed is RJ11C.

INSTALLING THE
BACKUP BATTERY

The TAD requires AC po wer to operate.
However, if AC power fails or you unplug
the TAD-1027, a 9-volt backup battery
(not supplied) saves the messages and
the settings for the day, time, and remote
operation security code. We recommend
you use an alkaline battery, such as R a­dioShack Cat. No. 23-553.

Note:

record incoming calls without AC power.
Follow these steps to install the backup

battery.

The TAD cannot answer and

1. Slide the battery compartment cover
in the direction of the arrow, then lift
off the cover.

Illus. show in g rem o v al
of battery compartment
cover.

2. Snap the battery’s contacts firmly to
the TAD-1027’s connector and place
the battery into the compartment.

Illus . s howing
connection of connector
to battery terminals.

Warnin

is already connected to the telephone
line jack, disconnect it before you install
the backup battery. This reduces the risk
of electric shock.

Caution:

the required size and recommended
type.

If the TAD’s modular line cord

:

Always use a fresh ba ttery of

3. Replace the cover.

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CONNECTING TO THE
TELEPHONE LINE

To connect the TAD-1027 to the phone
line, plug one end of the supplied modu­lar telephone cord into the
Then plug the other end into a modular
phone jack.

Illus. of TO LINE jack
and connec ti on t o a
modular jack.

You can connect a telephone to the

TEL

jack using a second modular tele-

phone cord (not supplied).

Illus. of TO SET jack
and connection to a
phone. S how other
phone cord already
connected.

TO LIN E

jack.

TO

CONNECTING TO POWER

Note:

Adjust

tion before connecting power.

Insert the supplied AC adapter’s barrel
plug into the
back of the TAD-1027. Then plug the
adapter’s other end into a standard AC
outlet.

Caution:

9 volts AC, delivers at least 440 milli­amps, and has a plug which properly fits
the TAD-1027’s
ing an adapter that does not meet these
specifications might damage the TAD or
the adapter.

VOLUME

to the middle posi-

Illus. of VOLUME
switch.

AC 9V/440mA

jack on the

Illus. of AC 9V/440mA
jack. Show other
phone cords already
connected.

The supplied adap ter supplies

AC 9V/440mA

jack. Us-

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When you first connect power, the PLAY/
SKIP indicator flashes rapidly (until you
record the outgoing message), the AN­SWER indicator flashes (until you install
a backup battery), and the TAD-1027 au­tomatically runs a self-test. You can not
operate the TAD during this test. When
the test is complete, the TAD-1027
beeps once and announces, “Answer
off.”

Illus. o f ANSWER and
PLAY/SKIP indicators.

When the battery is weak or not installed,
the ANSWER indicator flashes and
pauses, flashes and pauses, until you in­stall a fresh battery. Be sure the AC
adapter’s cord is plugged in so you do
not lose the TAD-1027’s stored informa­tion, then replace the battery.

Caution: Dispose of old batteries
promptly and properly.

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PREPARATION

SETTING THE D AY AND
TIME

Follow these steps to set the current day
and time so the TAD-1027 records the
correct day and time of the call with each
phone message.

If you do not complete each step

Note:

within 8 seconds, the TAD-1027 sounds
a three-tone beep and stops setting the
day and time. Start again at Step 1.

1. Use a straightened paper clip to
hold down
1027 beeps. The TAD then
announces, “Sunday.”

CLOCK

until the TAD-

Illus. showing OGM/REPEAT
and PLAY/SKIP.

3. Press
TAD-1027 beeps once and
announces the hour and “AM” or
“PM.”

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

Illus. showing ANSWER/
STOP/DELETE.

. The

Illus. showing CLOCK
switch.

: If necessary, adjust

Note

2. To change the day of the week,
repeatedly press
move backward or
move forward until the TAD
announces the desired day of the
week.

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VOLUME

OGM/REPEAT

PLAY/SKIP

to
to

4. To change the hour, repeatedly

.

5. Press

6. To change the minutes, repeatedly

OGM/REPEAT

press
ward or
to the desired hour.

TAD-1027 beeps once and an­nounces the minutes.

press
ward or
to the desired minute.

Note

REPEAT

minutes in 10-minute increments.

PLAY/SKIP

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

OGM/REPEAT

PLAY/SKIP

: You can hold down

PLAY/SKIP

or

to move back-

to m ove f orw ard

to move back-

to m ove f orw ard

. The

OGM/

to move the

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7. When you finish, press

STOP/DELETE

tings. The TAD-1027 beeps and
announces the day and time.

To check the current day/time, use a
straightened paper clip to press

to confirm the set-

ANSWER/

CLOCK

RECORDING THE
OUTGOING MESSAGE

Before you can set the TAD-1027 to an­swer calls, you must record the outgoi n g
message (OGM) the caller hears when
the TAD answers a call. Your outgoing
message can be up to 60 seconds long.

1. Hold down
TAD-1027 beeps.

Note:

SKIP indicator flashes, the TAD­1027 announces, “Memory is full,”
and you cannot record the outgoing
message. Delete old messages to
make room in memory (see “Delet­ing Messages” on Page 11).

OGM/REPEAT

If memory is full, the PLAY/

until the

Im

are not home. Instead, say t hat you
cannot come to the phone right now.

3. The TAD-1027 automatically stops
recording after 60 seconds, or you

.

can press
when you finish the message. The
TAD-1027 beeps and automatically
plays back the outgoing message.

To play the outgoing message at any
time, press
message is recorded, the TAD-1027
says, “No announcement.”

: Do not tell callers you

ortant

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

OGM/REPEAT

. If no outgoing

SETTING THE NUMBER
OF RINGS

The ring select
how long the TAD-1027 waits before it
answers a call. Slide the switch to the ap­propriate position.

4/7/TS

switch controls

Illus. showing
4/7/TS switch.

2. Speak in a normal voice about 8
inches away from the microphone
on the front of the TAD.

4

— The TAD-1027 answers after four

Illus. showing
microphone.

Microphone

Ask for the caller’s name, phone
number, and message.

rings.

7

— The TAD-1027 answers after seven

rings.

TS (Toll Saver)

sages, the TAD-1027 answers after two
rings. Otherwise, the TAD ans wers after
four rings.

— If there are new mes-

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BASIC OPERATION

SETTING THE TAD-1027
TO ANSWER CALLS

To set the TAD-1027 to answer calls,

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

press

• If an outgoing message is recorded,
the TAD-1027 announces, “Answer
on,” and the ANSWER indicator
lights.

• If no outgoing message is recorded,
the TA D-1027 says, “Answer off, no
announcement” (see “ Recording the
Outgoing Message” on Page 9).

To have the TAD-1027 not answer calls,
press
The TAD announces, “Answer off,” and
the ANSWER indicator turns off.

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

.

again.

RECORDING INCOMING
MESSAGES

Each incoming message can be up to 60
seconds long.

The TAD hangs up and resets to answer
the next call when:

• The caller hangs up.

• The maximum messag e length (60
seconds) is reached.

• There are more than 8 seconds of
silence.

• You pick up any phone on the same
phone line as the TAD (see “Screen­ing Calls”).

The PLAY/SKIP indicator flashes

Note:

when a new message is recorded. After
the new message is played, the PLAY/
SKIP indicator lights.

SCREENING CALLS

To screen calls, let the TAD-1027 an­swer them, then listen to the caller’s
message through the TAD’s speaker. If
you decide to answer the call, pick up
any phone on the same phone line as
the TAD. The TAD stops recording and
resets to answer the next call.

If you pick up the phone just as the

Note:

TAD-1027 answers, the TAD m igh t not
stop playing the outgoing message. If
this happens, press

LETE

to stop the TAD.

If you do not want to take the call, do not
pick up the handset, and let the TAD­1027 finish recording the caller’s mes­sage.

ANSWER/STOP/DE-

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PLAYING MESSAGES

If there are new messages, the PLAY/
SKIP indicator flashes until all the new
messages have been played.

To play all the messages, press

SKIP

. The TAD-1027 announces the
number of messages or if there are no
messages stored, the TAD announces,
“No message.”

Illus. showing PLAY/SKIP.

Before playing each message, the TAD­1027 announces the message number
and the day and time when the message
was recorded. After all messages play,
the TAD announces, “End of mes­sage(s)” then it resets to answer calls.

Repeating Messages

To replay a message, if you have lis­tened to at least 5 seconds of it, press

OGM/REPEAT.

starts again.

The current message

PLAY/

Skipping Mess ages

To skip to the next message during play­back, press
recorded message plays.

PLAY/SKIP

once. The next

Pausing Message Playback

To pause message playback, press

SWER/STOP/DELETE

messages, press
after pausing for 60 seconds, the TAD­1027 sounds three beeps and stops
playback.

. To resume playing

PLAY/SKIP

. Otherwise,

AN-

Stopping Message Playback

To stop playback at any time, p ress

SWER/STOP/DELETE

1027 beeps once and resets to answer
calls.

twice. The TAD-

AN-

DELETING MESSAGES

To delete all the messages you have al­ready listened to, while playback is
stopped, hold down

LETE

. The TAD-1027 sounds a long
beep then deletes all old mes sages, but
keeps any new messages (and the
PLAY/SKIP indicator continues flash­ing).

ANSWER/STOP/DE-

If you have not listened to 5 seconds of
the message, or the message is not at
least 5 seconds long, press ing

PEAT

replays the previous message.

OGM/RE-

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Notes:

• If you have played only a portion of
a message, the TAD-1027 might not
delete it.

• Individual messages can only be
deleted by remote operation.

RECORDING A MEMO

A memo is a message you can record at
the TAD-1027 without having to call in on
a phone.

Notes:

• The maximum memo length is 60
seconds.

• When memory is full, the TAD-1027
announces, “Memory is full,” and
you cannot record the memo. Delete
old messages to make room in
memory (see “Deleting Messages”
on Page 11).

The memo is recorded along with the in­coming messages. To hear the memo,
simply play back your messages.

CHANGING THE REMOTE
OPERAT ION SECU RITY
CODE

The TAD’s remote operation security
code is preset to 787. You can operate
your TAD-1027 remotely with this code;
however, we recommend that you set
your own code.

Notes:

• Be sure to set each digit within 8
seconds. Otherwise, you must start
over from Step 1.

• If the AC power fails or if the backup
battery becomes weak, the remote
operation security code automati­cally resets to 787.

Follow these steps to record a memo.

1. Hold down
1027 beeps.

2. Speak in a normal voice into the
microphone on the front of the TAD.

3. The TAD-1027 automatically stops
recording after 60 seconds, or you
can press
when you finish the memo. The
TAD-1027 beeps once.

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PLAY/SKIP

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

until the TAD-

1. Use a pointed object, such as a
straightened paper clip, to hold
down
beeps and announces the first digit
of the current security code.

CODE

until the TAD-1027

Illus. showing
CODE switch.

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2. Repeatedly press

OGM/REPEAT

then press

to set the first digit,

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE

PLAY/SKIP

The TAD-1027 beeps and an­nounces the second digit.

3. Repeatedly press

OGM/REPEAT

digit, then press

DELETE

. The TA D-1027 beeps and

PLAY/SKIP

to set the second

ANSWER/STOP/

announces the third digit.

4. Repeatedly press

OGM/REPEAT

then press

to set the third digit,

ANSWER/STOP/DELETE.

PLAY/SKIP

The TAD-1027 beeps once and
announces the complete remote
operation security code.

or

.

or

or

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REMOTE OPERATION

You can operate the TAD-1027 from al­most any touch-tone phone, or from a ro­tary phone using a pocket tone-dialer
(available at your local RadioShack
store).

Notes:

• When the memory is full, the TAD­1027 answers the call after two
rings and announces, “Memory is
full.” Delete some of the old mes­sages to make room in memory
(see “Using Remote Commands”).

• If the ring sel ect swi tch is se t to
(toll saver), the TAD-1027 answers
after two rings if you have new mes­sages (ones you have not played). If
there are no new messages, the
TAD waits for four rings before it
answers. This gives you time to
hang up before the TAD-1027
answers so you can avoid unneces­sary long-distance charges.

TS

USING REMOTE
COMMANDS

Notes:

• The TAD-1027 sounds a 3-tone
beep if you press the wrong button.

• You must record an outgoing mes­sage before you can remotely set
the TA D-1027 to answer calls.

1. Dial your phone number.

• If the TAD-1027 is set to answer-

off and an outgoing message is
recorded, it answers the call after
10 rings and anno unces , “Answer
off.”

• If the TAD-1027 is set to answer-

on, it answers according to the
number of rings you set.

2. Within 8 seconds, enter the remo te
operation security code. The TAD
beeps.

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If you do not ente r each digi t

Note:

of the security code within 8 sec­onds, the TAD-1027 will disconnect.

3. Enter the remote command code
(see “Remote Command Codes” on
Page 15).

4. You can hang up at this point or
enter other remote command(s).

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Remote Command Codes

Press: To :

0 Stop message playback or

recording.

1 Play the outgoing mes-

sage.

2 Record a new outgoing

message. When the TAD­1027 announces “Record
announcement,” begin
speaking. When you finish,
press 0. The TA D repeats
the OGM.

4 Play all the recorded mes-

sages.
6 Delete all old messages.
# Set the TAD -1027 to

answer or not answer calls.

After you press 4 (to play all messages):

Press: To :

6 Delete the current mes-

sage.

7 Replay the previous mes-

sage.

8 Replay the current mes-

sage.

9 Skip forward to the next

message.

0 Stop message playback.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If you have problems using your TAD-1027, try the suggestions in this section. If y ou
still have problems, contact your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Problem Su

The incoming message is incom­plete.

The incoming message is
unclear.

The TAD-1027 does not answer
after two, four, or seven rings.

ANSWER indicator flashes. The backup battery is weak or missing.

The TAD-1027 does not respond
to the remote operation security
code.

You cannot record an incoming
message.

Be sure the memory is not full.
The caller’s message was longer than 60 sec-

onds.
The caller was silent for over 8 seconds.
Adjust

Be sure the TAD is set to answer calls.

Replace the battery (see “Installing the Backup
Battery” on Page 5).

Make sure the phone you used to dial the TAD
is a touch-tone phone. (If it is not, you can use
a pocket tone dialer to enter the code and com­mands.)

Re-enter your remote operation security code.
The remote operation security code might have

reset to the default code due to a power failure.
Make sure the code you entered is correct.

Be sure the TAD-1027 is set to answer calls.
Be sure the memory is not full.

VOLUME

.

estion

RESETTING THE TAD-1027

If your TAD-1027 stops working properly, remove the AC adapter and the battery from
the TAD, then reinstall them.

: The outgoing messages and all information stored in memory are erased when

Note

you reset the TAD.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your RadioShack TAD-1027 Digital Telephone Answering System with Day/Time
Voice Stamp is an exam ple of superior de sign and c raf tsmans hip . The fo llowing sug­gestions will help you care for the TAD-1027 so you can enjoy it for y ears.

Keep the TAD-1027 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids
might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.

Use and store the TAD-1027 only in normal temperature environments.
Temperature extremes ca n shorten the life of electronic de vice s, dam­age batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.

Keep the TAD-1027 away f rom dust and dirt, which can cause prem a­ture wear of parts.

Handle the TAD-1027 gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage cir­cuit boards and cases and can cause the TAD to work improperly.

Use only a fresh battery of the required size and type. Batteries can leak
chemicals that damage your TAD-1027’s electronic parts.

Wipe the TAD-1027 with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it look ing
new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong deter­gents to clean the TAD.

Modifying or tampering with t he TAD-1027’s internal component s can cause a mal­function and might invalidate your TAD’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to
operate it. If your TAD-1027 is not performing as it should, take it to your local Ra­dioShack store for assistance. If the trouble is affecting the telephone lines, the phone
company can ask you to disconnect your TAD until you have resolved the problem.

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THE FCC WANTS YOU TO
KNOW

In the unlikely event that your TAD-1027
causes problems on t he telephone line,
the telephone company c an temporarily
discontinue your service. If this happens,
the telephone company attempts to noti­fy you in advance. If advanc e notice is
not practical, the telephone company no­tifies you as soon as possible and advis­es you of your right to file a complaint
with the FCC.

Also, the telephone com pany can m ake
changes to its lines, equipment, opera­tions, or procedures that could affect the
operation of this TAD. The telephone
company notifies you of these changes
in advance so you can take the neces­sary steps to prevent interruption of your
telephone services.

Your TAD-1027 complies with the limits
for a Class B digital device as specified in
Part 15 of
vide reasonable protection against radio
and TV interference in a residential area.
However, your TAD might cause TV or
radio interference even when it is operat­ing properly.

FCC Rules

. These limits pro-

To eliminate interference, you can try
one or more of the following corrective
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving
radio or TV antenna.

• Increase the distance between the
TAD-1027 and the radio or TV.

• Use outlets on different electrical cir­cuits for the TAD-1027 and the radio
or TV.

Consult your local RadioShack store if
the problem still exists.

LIGHTNING

Your TAD-1027 has built-in protection
circuits to reduce the risk of damage
from surges in telephone line a nd power
line current. These protection circuits
meet or exceed the FCC requirements.
However, lightning striking the telephone
or power lines can damage your TAD.

Lightning damage is not common. Nev­ertheless, if you live in a n area that has
severe electrical storms, we suggest that
you unplug the TAD-1027 during storms
to reduce the possibility of damage.

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Limited One-Year Warranty

This product is warrant ed by RadioShac k against man ufacturing d efects in materia l and workman­ship 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, Ra­dioShack 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 PROVI DED HEREIN, Rad ioShack SH ALL HAVE NO LIABILIT Y OR RE­SPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY
LIABILITY, LOS S OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFOR­MANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARI SING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, IN­CLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS
OF TIME, DATA, P ROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PR OFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDEN­TAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion 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 warran ty period, take the product and the RadioShack
sales receipt as proof of pur cha se date to any RadioS hack s tore. Radi oSha ck wil l, at its option, un­less otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and
labor; (b) replace the produc t with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase
price. All replaced parts and pr oducts, and pro ducts on which a refund is made, become the prop­erty of RadioShack. New or rec onditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of
warranty service. Repa ired or replaced parts and produ cts 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, impr oper or abnormal usa ge, failure to fol low i nstruct ions, improper instal lation or
maintenance, alterati on, lightning or other incidence of exc ess voltage or current; (b) any repairs
other than those provi ded by a RadioShack Autho rized Service Facility; ( c) consumables such as
fuses or batteries; (d ) cosmeti c dam age; (e) transp ortatio n, sh ipping or insuranc e c osts; or (f) cos ts
of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have oth er rights which vary from
state to state.

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