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TROUBLESHOOTING
We do not expect you to have any problems with your TAD-779, but if you do, try these
suggestions.
If the TAD still does not operate properly, try resetting it (see “Resetting the TAD-
779”) or take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
Problem
Suggestion
The incoming message is incom-
plete.
Be sure the TAD’s memory is not full.
Use your outgoing message to tell callers that
they have 60 seconds to record their message.
The caller was silent for more than 8 seconds.
The incoming message is
unclear.
Adjust
VOLUME
.
Check all phone line connections.
The TAD does not answer after
four or seven rings.
Be sure the TAD is set to answer calls.
Check all phone line connections.
Be sure the AC adapter is properly connected.
ANSWER indicator flashes.
The backup battery is weak or missing.
Replace the battery (see “Installing the Backup
Battery” on Page 5).
The TAD-779 does not respond to
the remote operation security
code.
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 remotely operate the TAD.
Re-enter your remote operation security code.
Enter the default remote operation security
code (779). The code might have been reset
due to a power failure.
RESETTING THE TAD-779
If your TAD-779 stops working properly, disconnect the AC adapter, remove the bat-
tery, then reinstall the battery and connect the AC adapter.
Note: All information stored in memory is erased when you reset the TAD.
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