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INSTALLATION
INSTALLING A BACKUP
BATTERY
The TAD requires AC power to operate.
However, if AC power fails or you un-
plug the TAD-1028, a 9-volt backup bat-
tery (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 RadioShack Cat. No. 23-553.
Caution: Always use a fresh battery of
the required size and recommended
type.
Note: The telephone operates normally
during a power failure; however, the
TAD cannot answer or record incoming
calls without AC power.
Follow these steps to install the backup
battery.
1. With a flat-blade screwdriver under
the tab on the battery compartment
cover, pry open the cover, then lift it
off.
2. Snap the battery’s contacts firmly
to the TAD-1028’s connector and
put the battery in the compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
After power is connected (see “Mount-
ing the TAD”), when the battery is weak
or not installed, the ANSWER indicator
flashes. If you are replacing a weak bat-
tery, be sure the AC adapter’s cord is
plugged in so you do not lose the TAD-
1028’s stored information.
Caution: Dispose of old batteries
promptly and properly.
MOUNTING THE TAD
Select a location that is near both a
modular telephone jack and an AC out-
let. You can place the TAD on a desk, or
mount it on a wall plate or directly on a
wall.
Your TAD-1028 connects directly to a
modular telephone line jack. If the 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 telephone
company update the wiring for you. The
USOC number of the jack to be installed
is RJ11C, or RJ11W for a wall plate
jack.
Illus. showing removal
of battery compartment
cover.
Illus. showing
connection of connector
to battery terminals.
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