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Problem 

Suggestions

Low volume or 
unusual sounds.

Someone has picked up another phone on 
the same line. Hang up the other phone.
Make sure the headset’s plug is properly 
connected to the jack.

Severe noise inter-
ference.

Keep the handset away from computers, 
remote control toys, wireless microphones, 
alarm systems, intercoms, room monitors, 
fluorescent lights, and electrical appli-
ances.
Move to another location or turn off the 
source of interference. 
Press 

CHANNEL

 to change the channel. 

Hang up and redial the number.

The phone does not 
work properly.

Be sure the base’s phone line cord and AC 
adapter are correctly and securely 
connected.
Be sure the battery pack in the handset is 
connected and charged.
Return the handset to the base to reset the 
security access-protection code.

The handset stops 
working or works 
poorly during a call.

Move the handset closer to the base. 
Be sure the handset’s battery pack is 
charged.

The handset’s range 
has decreased and 
the phone cannot be 
operated at a useful 
distance from the 
base because the 
signal becomes 
weak or noisy.

Be sure the base’s antenna is not touching 
a metal surface. 
Return the handset to the base and 
recharge the battery pack.

The handset battery 
pack does not 
charge.

Check the charging contacts on the hand-
set and base. If they are dirty, clean them 
with a pencil eraser. 
Be sure the battery pack is connected cor-
rectly.
Be sure the handset is properly seated on 
the base. 

The handset does 
not ring or receive a 
page.

Move the handset closer to the base. 
Be sure the battery pack in the handset is 
connected and charged.
Move the base away from other electrical 
devices.

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Summary of Contents for 43-3908

Page 1: ...ry when fully charged provides about 7 hours of talk time or 14 days of standby time Page lets you send a paging signal from the base to the handset to page someone or locate the handset Quick Talk lets you set the phone to answer a call by simply lifting the handset from the base 10 Number Memory Dialing lets you store up to 10 numbers 1 one touch and 9 speed dial in memory for easy dialing 20 Ch...

Page 2: ...r be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This product should not be placed in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided 12 This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power sup...

Page 3: ...e product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance 18 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 19 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Use only the appropriate type and si...

Page 4: ...ust use compatible modular jacks that are compliant with Part 68 of FCC Rules and the requirements adapted by the ACTA The telephone cord IMPORTANT Cordless phones such as this one require AC power to operate When the power is off you cannot make or receive calls using your phone To be safe you should also have a phone that does not need AC power to operate not a cord less phone so you can still m...

Page 5: ...THE BATTERY PACK 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 con nected Also check the charging contacts on the hand set and the base If the contacts are dirty or tarnished clean them with a pencil eraser When you first use the phone after charging or recharging the battery pack the phone mi...

Page 6: ... an overnight 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 RadioShack Install the new battery pack and charge it for about 15 20 hours If you have trouble replacing the battery pack take the phone to your local RadioShack for assistance CONNECTING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADSE...

Page 7: ...press TALK To answer a call simply lift the handset Or if the handset is not in place on the base press TALK or any number key or TONE The TALK BATT indicator on the handset and the CHARGE IN USE indicator on the base light To end a call place the handset on the base or press END The TALK BATT and CHARGE IN USE indicators turn off Ô Ô NOTE Ô Setting the Dialing Mode If your phone system requires t...

Page 8: ...s FLASH again to return to the first call Ô USING TONE SERVICES ON A PULSE LINE Some special services require tone signals such as bank by phone If you have pulse dialing you can still use these special tone services 1 Dial the service s main number When the service answers press TONE Any additional numbers you dial are sent as tone signals The phone s dial mode resets to pulse when you make or re...

Page 9: ...he memory location number for the number you want to dial To dial a number stored in memory location 1 press SPEED DIAL You do not have to press TALK when you press SPEED DIAL Ô CHAIN DIALING SERVICE NUMBERS For quick recall of numbers for special services such as bank by phone store each group of numbers in its own memory location Dial the service s main number first Then when prompted to enter t...

Page 10: ...to the base to reset the security access protection code The handset stops working or works poorly during a call Move the handset closer to the base Be sure the handset s battery pack is charged The handset s range has decreased and the phone cannot be operated at a useful distance from the base because the signal becomes weak or noisy Be sure the base s antenna is not touching a metal surface Ret...

Page 11: ...and FCC standards FCC STATEMENT Your telephone compiles with Part 68 of the FCC Rules Upon request you must provide the phone s FCC registration number and REN to your phone company These numbers are on the base unit Ô Your phone is not intended to be used with party line systems Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service...

Page 12: ... OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDI RECTLY 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 INCONVE NIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVE NUE 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 li...

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