Cat. No. 43-716
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
TAD-716
Single Microcassette
Answering System
WARNING:
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shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain
or moisture.
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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 shock. Do
not open the product’s case.
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you that important operating and
maintenance instructions are
included in the literature accompanying this product.
1999 Tandy Corporation.
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RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
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FEATURES
Your RadioShack TAD-716 Single Microcassette Answering System is ideal for your home or office. It is easy
to use and has the following features.
Single Microcassette Operation
messages.
One Button Operation
Remote Operation
(or rotary phone and pocket tone dialer) to enter a 3-digit
remote operation security code so you can play back or
record messages while you are away from your home or
office.
Remote Answer-On
tion to set the TAD-716 to answer calls.
Call Monitor
message so you can decide if you want to answer the
call.
Auto Toll Saver
charges when you call long-distance to check your messages.
— lets you listen while a caller leaves a
— easy to use.
— lets you use a touch-tone pho ne
— lets you call from a remote loca-
— lets you avoid unnecessary toll
— lets you store your
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Broken Tape Detection/Indication
— sounds a continuous tone to alert you when the tape is broken or not inserted properly.
Tape Full Detection
— signal caller when the message
capacity is full.
VOX (Voice-Activated Recording)
— stops recording
after 7 seconds of silence to conserve tape space for other messages.
Auto Reset
— stops recording when you pick up any
phone on the same phone line and resets to answer the
next call.
Message Indicator
— flashes to indicate the number of
incoming calls recorded (up to 4). It flashes continuously
if there are more than 4 calls or if there are messages recorded when a power failure occurs.
This answering system is ETL listed and complies with all
applicable FCC standards.
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READ THIS FIRST
We have designed the TAD-716 to conform to federal
regulations, and you can connect 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 Ringer Equivalenc e Number ,
or REN. The REN is on the bottom of the TAD-716.
If you are using more than one device on the line, add up
all the RENs. If the total is more than five (three in rural
areas), your phones might not ring and the TAD-716
might not answer. If ringer operation is impaired, remove
a device from the telephone line.
FCC STATEMENT
The TAD-716 complies with Part 68 of
must, upon request, provide the FCC registratio n nu mbe r
and the REN to your phone company. Both numbers are
on the bottom of the TAD-716.
Note:
You must not connect the TAD-716 to:
• coin-operated systems
• party-line systems
• most electronic key phone systems
FCC Rules
. You
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CONTENTS
Preparation .................................................................. 7
Selecting a Location ............................................... 7
Loading the Cassette ............. ... ... ........................... 7
Connecting Power .............................................. ... . 9
Recording the Outgoing Message ........................ 10
Connecting to the Phone Line .............................. 11
Basic Operation ................................................... ... .. 12
Screening Calls .................................................... 13
Playing Messages ................................................ 14
To Pause During Playback ............................. 14
To Fast-Fo rw ar d Durin g Play ba ck ............. ... .. 15
To Rewin d Du ring Playback ......................... .. 15
Saving Messages ................................................. 15
Power Failure Protection ...................................... 16
Resetting the TAD-716 ............................. .... ... ... .. 16
Remote Operation ..................................................... 17
Remote Security Code ......................................... 17
Remote Activation ................................................ 17
Remote Message Playback .................................. 18
Remote Message Erase ....................................... 19
Toll Saver .............................................................. 20
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 21
Care and Maintenance .............................................. 24
Cleaning the Tape-Handling Parts ........................ 25
The FCC Wants You to Know ............................... 26
Lightning .......................... ..................................... 26
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PREPARATION
SELECTING A LOCATION
The TAD-716 is designed to rest on a flat surface such as
a desktop or countertop. Select a location that is:
• near an accessible AC outlet
• near a modular telephone line jack
If the phone 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 let the phone company
update the wiring for you. The USOC number of the jack
to be installed is RJ11C.
LOADING THE CASSETTE
The TAD-716 comes with a MC-20 cassette tape (10
minutes of recording time per side). You can buy additional and different length cassettes at your local RadioShack store.
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1. Turn the supplied cassette's hub with a pencil to
take up any tape slack.
2. Lift open the cassette
compartment door, then
remove and discard the
tape card from inside the
compartment.
3. Put the cassette in the compar tment with its full reel
at the left side and its open edge to the left of the
TAD-716.
4. Close the compartment door.
Notes:
• You can turn the tape over and record on the other
side. This lets you save any messages recorded on
the first side while using the tape to record more
messages.
• Replace the tape at least once a year.
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CONNECTING POWER
1. Plug the supplied AC adapter into a standard AC outlet.
2. Rotate
turn on the TAD-716.
The message indicator turns on while the TAD-716
checks for an outgoing message.
If an outgoing message is already recorded, the TAD-716
automatically plays it back. If there is no outgoing message, the TAD-716 sounds a beep every 5 seconds until
you record a message (see “Recording the Outgoing
Message” on Page 10).
Note:
properly, the TAD-716 sounds a continuous low tone
when it is connected to power. To stop the tone, unplug
the adapter from the AC outlet . Reinsert or replace the
tape, then plug the adapter back into the AC outlet.
VOLUME
If the cassette tape is broken or is not inserted
counterclockwise until it clicks to
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RECORDING THE OUTGOING
MESSAGE
Before you can use the TAD-716, you must record the
outgoing message. The max imum length for your outgoing message is 60 seconds.
Hint:
To help protect your home or office, do not te ll callers you are away. Instead, say you cannot come to the
phone at this time.
Follow these steps to record an outgoing message.
1. If the TAD-716 is off, rotate
wise until it clicks to turn it on. The message indicator
turns on.
Note:
If the new message indicator is flashing, press
to play all messages before you record a new
PLAY
announcement. Recording an outgoing message
erases any stored messages.
2. Lift open the cassette compartment door.
3. Hold down
When the message
indicator begins flashing, speak clearly
towards the built-in
microphone.
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OGM REC
VOLUME
.
counterclock-
4. When you finish recording, release
TAD-716 plays back the outgoing message to you.
Then it is ready to receive incoming calls.
OGM REC
. The
5. Adjust
You can press
message. Your outgoing message plays, then the TAD716 resets to answer incoming calls automatically.
VOLUME
to a comfortable listening level.
OGM REC
at any time to hear the out going
CONNECTING TO THE PHONE LINE
To connect a telephone to the TAD-716, plug the TAD716’s modular cord into a modular phone jack. Then insert the telephone's modular plug into the phone jack on
the back of the TAD-716.
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BASIC OPERATION
Rotate
clockwise until it clicks to turn on the TAD-716. When the
message indicator lights steadily and no tones sound, the
TAD-716 is ready to answer calls.
The TAD-716 hangs up and resets to answer the next
call when:
The TAD-716's supplied tape can record up to about 10
minutes of incoming messages per side. The maximum
length for an incoming message is 60 seconds. Additional and different length cassettes are available at your local RadioShack store.
If the tape runs out while a caller is leaving a message,
the TAD-716 beeps and hangs up.
If there are no new messages, th e TAD-716 answers after 4 rings. When there are new message which have not
been reviewed, the TAD-716 answers after 2 rings.
VOLUME
• the caller hangs up
• the maximum message length of about 1 minute is
reached
• there are more than 7 seconds of silence
on the side of the TAD-716 counter-
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If the incoming message tape is full, the TAD-716 answers a call after 10 rings, plays back the outgoing message, then waits 7 seconds for you to enter the remote
operation security code. If you do not enter the correct
code, the TAD-716 beeps and hangs up.
Rotate
ume, or clockwise to decrease it.
To have the TAD-716 not answer calls, turn it off by ro tating
tor turns off.
VOLUME
VOLUME
counterclockwise to increase the vol-
clockwise until it clicks. The message indica-
SCREENING CALLS
To screen calls, let the TAD-716 answer them. Listen to
the caller's message through the TAD-716's speaker. If
you decide to answer the call, pick up any phone on the
same phone line as the TAD-716. The TAD-716 stops re cording and resets to answer the next call.
Note:
If you pick up the phone just as the TAD-716 answers, the TAD-716 might not stop recording the message. If this happens, press the tele phone’s switchhook
for about one second. The TAD-716 stops and resets to
answer the next call.
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PLAYING MESSAGES
The maximum length for each message is 60 seconds.
The message indicator flashes when you have messages.
Press
back your messages in the order they were received. After the last message has played, playb ack stops and the
message indicator lights steadily.
You must save old messages (see “Saving Messages”
on Page 15) or new messages will record over them.
to hear your messages. The TAD-716 plays
PLAY
To Pause During Playback
Rotate
Rotate
playing messages.
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VOLUME
VOLUME
to
counterclockwise until it clicks to resume
to pause or stop during playback.
OFF
To Fast-Forward During Playback
Hold down
want. Playback resumes when you release
Note:
the TAD-716 rewinds and stops.
OGM REC
If you hold the key down until the end of the tape,
until you reach the message you
OGM REC
.
To Rewind During Playback
Hold down
want, release the key to resume playback.
. When you reach the message you
PLAY
SAVING MESSAGES
After the last message plays and t he tape rewinds t o the
beginning, hold down
goes off. Release the key and the message indicator
flashes, indicating the TAD-716 is ready to answer incoming calls and save new messages.
Note:
You must follow this procedure each time you listen to incoming messages, before the TAD-716 answers
a new incoming call.
until the message indicator
PLAY
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POWER FAILURE PROTECTION
If an AC power failure occurs, or the power plug comes
out of the wall, the TAD-716 shuts down until p ower is re stored. When power is restored, any messages recorded
before the power failure will be saved and the message
indicator flashes. If the TAD-716 is still not operating
properly when the power is restored, you must reset it
(see “Resetting the TAD-716”).
RESETTING THE TAD-716
1. Unplug the TAD-716 from the AC outlet and flip the
microcassette to the other side.
2. Plug the machine back into the AC outlet . The TAD716 begins searching the tape messages (this might
take 2–3 minutes).
If the message indicator flashes, press
all the messages. Then the message indicator lights
steadily.
3. Record a new outgoing message.
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PLAY
to play
REMOTE OPERATION
While you are away from your home or office, you can
operate the TAD-716 using a touch-tone phone or a
pulse phone with a pocket tone dialer. Carry the supplied
Remote Operation Card in your wallet or purse for reference when using the TAD-716 from a remote location.
REMOTE SECURITY CODE
A three-digit security code is located on the bottom of
your TAD-716. You need this nu mber to get your messages when calling from a remote phone. Write down
your code in the space provided on the enclosed Remote
Operation Card.
REMOTE ACTIVATION
If you forget to turn your TAD-716 on, you can call and
turn it on from a remote phone. Simply call your phone
number. The TAD-716 answers after 12 or 14 rings, then
is set to answer incoming calls.
Note:
Be sure to rotate
you get home or you will not hear incoming calls.
VOLUME
counterclockwise when
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REMOTE MESSAGE PLAYBACK
1. Call your phone number from a touch-tone phone.
After the TAD-716 answers, it plays the outgoing
message, sounds a series of beeps, then one long
tone. The length of the beeps depends on the number of messages.
You can leave a flag message up to 1 minute long to
remind yourself that you have heard all the recorded
messages up to this point on the tape.
2. Whether or not you have left a flag message, enter
your three-digit security code (see “Remote Security
Code” on Page 17). The TAD-716 sounds a series of
beeps while the tape rewinds. (If there are no beeps,
enter the code again).
The TAD-716 plays back all recorded incoming messages, with a short beep between each message.
When all incoming messages have played, the TAD716 sounds another series of beeps.
Note:
If you hang up while messages are playing, the
machine continues playback until all the recorded
messages have played.
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After 5 seconds, the TAD-716 sounds a single long
beep. You can leave a remote memo (up to 1 minute)
or enter your three-digit security code to replay the
incoming messages again.
3. To end playback, simply hang up. All messages are
automatically saved and the TAD-716 resets itself to
answer the next incoming call.
Note:
You cannot use this feature when calling in from a
rotary or push-button pulse dial phone without a pocket
tone dialer. Also, some touch-tone phones only output
tones for a fraction of a second. If you have difficulty with
remote operation, try another phone, or use a pocket
tone dialer.
REMOTE MESSAGE ERASE
After playing all messages, the TAD-716 sounds a series
of beeps.
Enter your three-digit security code within 5 seconds a fter
the beeps. After 2 short beeps sound, hang up. All messages are automatically erased and the TAD-716 resets
itself to answer the next incoming call.
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TOLL SAVER
The TAD-716 has a built-in automatic toll-saving feature.
It answers in 4 rings if there are no new or saved messages, or 2 rings if you have messa ges to review. This
feature lets you know if you have received any messages
before it answers, thus saving long distance costs.
If your phone rings more than twice, you know that you
don’t have any messages, so you can hang up on the
third ring before the TAD-716 answers and save the cost
of the call.
Note:
If no messages are received, or if messages have
been saved after playback, the TAD-716 answers after
the fourth ring.
If the TAD-716 answers after 2 rings, you have received
messages. Follow the steps in “Remote Message Playback” on Page 18. If messages have been saved after remote playback, the TAD-716 answers after the second
ring.
Note:
If the tape is full, the TAD-716 answers after 10
rings.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
We do not expect you to have any problems with the
TAD-716, but if you do, be sure you installed the tape
correctly and turned on the TAD-716. If you still have a
problem, this chart might help. If not, take the TAD-716 to
your local RadioShack store for assistance.
Problem Solution
The TAD-716 does not
answer and record callers'
messages.
The TAD-716 records a dial
tone, beeping, or the operator's voice instead of the
caller's message.
Turn on the TAD-716 by
rotating
clockwise so the message
indicator turns on.
Record an outgoing message.
Check and reconnect the
modular phone plug.
If this happens often, discuss the problem with your
phone company.
VOLUME
counter-
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Problem Solution
The TAD-716 does not
respond to any button.
Outgoing message sounds
distorted.
Incoming messages sound
distorted.
Turn on the TAD-716 by
rotating
clockwise so the message
indicator lights.
Reset the TAD-716 by
unplugging the AC adapter
from the AC outlet then plugging it in again.
Rerecord the message.
Speak clearly into the microphone at a normal volume
from about 12 inches away.
Clean the head using a tape
head-cleaning kit (see
“Cleaning the T ape-Handling
Parts” on Page 25).
Unplug the adapter from the
AC outlet, replace the tape,
then plug the adapter back
into the AC outlet.
VOLUME
counter-
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Problem Solution
Continuous tone sounds. Record an outgoing mes-
sage (see “Recording the
Outgoing Message” on
Page 10).
Unplug the adapter from the
AC outlet, replace the tape,
then plug the adapter back
into the AC outlet.
The message indicator
blinks continuously , b ut there
are fewer than five incoming
messages.
Press
plays back any saved messages then any new incoming messages.
. The TAD-716
PLAY
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To enjoy your RadioShack TAD-716 Single Microcassette Answering System for a long time:
• Keep the TAD-716 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry
immediately.
• Use and store the TAD-716 only in normal temperature environments.
• Handle the T A D-716 gently an d carefully. Do not drop
it.
• Keep the TAD-716 away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe the TAD-716 with a damp cloth occasionally to
keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the TAD-716’s internal components can cause a malfunction and invalidate its warranty. If your TAD-716 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-716 until you
have resolved the problem.
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CLEANING THE TAPE-HANDLING
PARTS
To restore the sound quality, you must inspect and clean
the tape head. Dirt, dust, o r particles of the tape's coating
can accumulate on the tape heads and other parts that
the tape touches. This can greatly reduce the performance of the cassette player.
We recommend cleaning the tape head about every 3
months. Rotate
turn off the TAD-716, then remove the cassette. Ge ntly
clean the tape-handling parts with a swab dipped in tape
head-cleaning solution, available at your local RadioShack store.
VOLUME
clockwise to
until it clicks to
OFF
Caution:
chemical not approved for tape head cleaning and never
touch the tape head with your finge rs or any me tal object.
To avoid damage to the tape head, n ever use a
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THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW
In the unlikely event that the TAD-716 causes problems
on the phone line, the phone company can disconnect
your service. The phone company attempts to notify you
in advance. If advance notice is not practical, the phone
company notifies you of your right to file a complaint with
the FCC.
Also, the phone company can make changes to its lines,
equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect
the operation of the TAD-716. The phone company notifies you of these changes in advance, so you can take
the necessary steps to prevent interruption of your phone
service.
LIGHTNING
The TAD-716 has built-in protection circuits to reduce the
risk of damage from surges in phone and power line current. These protection circuits meet or exceed FCC requirements. However, lightning striking the phone line or
power lines can damage the TAD-716.
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Lightning damage is not common. Nevertheless, if you
live in an area that has frequent electrical storms, we
suggest that you unplug the TAD-716 during storms to
reduce the possibility of damage.
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Limited One-Year Warranty
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material 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
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CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT 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 warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack
will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair
without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar
design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on
which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts
and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced
parts and products 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, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions,
improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e)
transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of pr oduct rem oval, in stalla tion, setup service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
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