900MHz Hands-free Phone
with Headset Jack
43-3908
Lapel Clip — lets you securely anchor the headset’s cord
to your clothing to prevent the headset cord from pulling on
the headset, and to keep the cord out of the way.
10-Number Memory Dialing — lets you store up to 10
numbers (1 one-touch and 9 speed-dial) in memory for
easy dialing.
20 Channels — you can automatically select a clear
channel when you make or answer a call, or you can
manually change channels.
Ample Talk and Standby Time — the supplied battery
(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.
IMPORTANT
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If an icon appears at the end of a paragraph, go to the box on that
page with the corresponding icon for pertinent information.
— Warning — Important ! — Caution
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Ó — Hint Ô — Note
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
© 2003 RadioShack Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack and RadioShack.com are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation.
ENERGYSTAR and the ENERGYSTAR certification mark are registered US marks.
15. Never push objects of any kind into this product through
cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ..... 2
Introduction ................................ 4
Installation .................................. 4
Connecting and Charging the
16. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
this product. Take it to a qualified service technician
when service or repair work is required. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric
shock when the product is subsequently used.
Battery Pack ............................ 5
Connecting and Adjusting the
Headset.................................... 6
Attaching the Headset Holder.. 7
Using the Belt Clip ................... 7
Setting the Headset’s Ringer
Tone ........................................ 7
Setting the Dialing Mode ......... 7
Operation ................................... 7
Making and Receiving Calls .... 7
Selecting the Channel ............. 8
Adjusting the Handset’s
Volume .................................... 8
Using Redial ............................ 8
Using Flash ............................. 8
Using Tone Services on a Pulse
Line ......................................... 8
Paging ..................................... 8
Using a Headset ..................... 8
Memory Dialing ....................... 8
Troubleshooting ....................... 10
17. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
• When the power cord plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled, into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions be-
cause improper adjustment of other controls may re-
sult in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to
normal operation.
• If the 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 size battery pack
specified in the instruction manual provided for this
product.
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CAUTION
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To reduce the risk of fire or injury,
read and follow these instructions.
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell
may explode. Check with local codes for possible
special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
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4. Exercise care in handling the battery pack in order not
to short it with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
IMPORTANT
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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
make and receive calls if there
is an AC power failure.
5. Charge the battery pack provided or identified for use
with this product only in accordance with the
instructions and limitations specified in the instruction
manual provided for this product.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery
pack and battery charger.
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When AC power is lost, the
phone loses the security
access-protection code con-
nection between the base and
the handset. When power is
restored, put the handset on
the base briefly to restore this
connection so you can use the
handset.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing RadioShack Handsfree Phone.
It combines the clarity of 900 MHz communication with
portability and convenience. The cordless handset clips to
your belt or clothing so you can make and answer calls
away from the base. The headset allows you to use your
Your phone operates on
standard radio frequencies as
allocated by the FCC. It is
possible for other radio units
operating nearby on similar
frequencies to unintentionally
intercept your conversation or
cause interference. This
hands while you talk.
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possible lack of privacy can
occur with any cordless phone.
INSTALLATION
You can place the phone on a desk or table. Select a
Ô NOTE Ô
location that is:Ô
If your home has specially wired
alarm equipment connected to
the telephone line, be sure that
installing the system does not
disable your alarm equipment.
If you have questions about what
will disable alarm equipment,
contact your telephone company
or a qualified installer.
• near an accessible AC outlet
• near a telephone line jack
• out of the way of normal activities
• away from electrical machinery, electrical appliances,
metal walls or filing cabinets, wireless intercoms,
alarms, and room monitors
• away from other cordless phones
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CAUTION
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The base’s location affects the handset’s range. If you have
a choice of several locations, try each to see which provides
the best performance.!.
You must use a Class 2
power source that
supplies 9V DC and
delivers at least 210 mA.
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Its center tip must be set to positive
and its plug must fit the phone's DC
IN 9V jack. The supplied adapter
meets these specifications. Using an
adapter that does not meet these
specifications could damage the
phone or the adapter.
Your telephone connects directly to a modular telephone
line jack. If your telephone wiring does not have a modular
jack, you can update the wiring yourself using jacks and
adapters (available at your local RadioShack store or online
at RadioShack.com), or have the telephone company
update the wiring for you. You must use compatible modular
jacks that are compliant with Part 68 of FCC Rules and the
requirements adapted by the ACTA. The telephone cord
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Always connect the AC adapter
to the phone before you connect it to
AC power. When you finish,
disconnect the adapter from AC
power before you disconnect it from
the phone.
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and modular plug provided is Part 68 compliant for
connecting to the telephone company network. Ô
1. Plug one end of the supplied long modular cord into the
TEL LINE jack on the bottom of the base.
2. Plug the other end of the modular cord into a modular
phone line jack.
3. Insert the supplied AC adapter’s barrel plug into the DC
IN 9V jack on the bottom of the base and route the
adapter’s cord through the strain relief slot on the back
of the base.
Ô NOTE Ô
The USOC number of the jack to
be installed is RJ11C (or RJ11W
for a wall plate jack).
4. Plug the adapter into a
standard AC outlet.
CONNECTING AND
CHARGING THE BATTERY
PACK
IMPORTANT
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The phone comes with a
The EPA certified
rechargeable nickel-cadmium
RBRC® Battery
Recycling Seal on
the nickel-cadmium
(Ni-Cd) battery
battery pack in the handset, but not connected. Before using
your phone, you must connect the battery pack, then charge
it for about 15–20 hours.
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indicates
RadioShack is voluntarily
participating in an industry
1. Remove the belt clip.
program to collect and recycle
these batteries at the end of their
useful life, when taken out of
service in the United States or
Canada. The RBRC program
provides a convenient alternative
to placing used Ni-Cd batteries
into the trash or the municipal
waste stream, which may be illegal
in your area. Please call 1-800-
THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for
information on Ni-Cd battery
recycling and disposal bans/
restrictions in your area.
2. Press down and slide off the battery compartment
cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
3. Lift the battery pack out of the compartment.
4. Plug the battery pack’s connector into the socket in the
compartment (the connector fits only one way), then
place the battery pack in the compartment.
5. Replace the cover.
To charge the battery pack, place the handset on the base.
The CHARGE/IN USE indicator on the base lights.
Recharge the battery pack when the handset beeps and
TALK/BATT flashes. o
RadioShack’s involvement in this
program is part of the company’s
commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our
natural resources.
RECHARGING 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.
WARNING
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Dispose of the old battery pack
promptly and properly. Do not
burn or bury it. See “Battery Safety
Instructions” on Page 3 for
additional information on proper
battery handling.
• When you first use the phone after charging or
recharging the battery pack, the phone might not work
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and you might hear an error tone. Return the handset
to the base for about 3 seconds to reset the security
access-protection code.
• If the battery pack becomes weak during a call, the
handset beeps every 3 seconds and TALK/BATT
flashes. When this happens, recharge the battery pack.
• If TALK/BATT does not light and the phone does not
work, recharge the battery pack. (The battery power
might be too low to light TALK/BATT.)
• About once a month, fully discharge the battery by
keeping the handset off the base until TALK/BATT
flashes. Otherwise, the battery pack loses its ability to
fully recharge.
• The handset loses its security access-protection code if
the battery pack is completely discharged. While
holding PAGE, place the handset on the base to
recharge the battery pack and reset the code.
• If you are not going to use your phone for an extended
period, disconnect the battery pack. This increases the
battery pack’s usable life.
The supplied battery pack should last for about a year. If the
battery pack does not hold a charge for more than 2 hours
after 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
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CAUTION
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ADJUSTING THE HEADSET
The microphone boom swivels on
the headset. Do not bend the
microphone boom while you adjust
it.
1. Insert the headset’s plug into the jack on the side of the
base.
2. Place the headset on your head with the earpiece over
either ear.
3. Adjust the headset band until it rests with almost no
pressure on your ear and the top of your head.
If the headset is loose, press in slightly to tighten it. If it
is tight, gently pull the headset band out to loosen it.
Ô NOTE Ô
When you are not using the
4. Hold the headset in place and adjust the microphone
boom until it is about even with (but not in front of) your
mouth. Experiment until you find the most comfortable
position.! Ô
headset, place it on the headset
hanger. Otherwise (if you set it on a
flat surface, for example), you might
have to repeat these adjustments.
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If desired, use the lapel clip on the headset cord to attach
the cord to your clothing. Leave enough slack in the cord so
you can move your head without pulling the headset.
Ô NOTE Ô
Setting the Dialing Mode
ATTACHING THE HEADSET HOLDER
Insert the tabs on the headset holder into
the slots on the back of the base and snap
the holder into place.
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If your phone system requires
that you dial an access code (9,
for example) before you dial an
outside number, do not dial the
access code.
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The phone exits setting mode if
a call or page is received, or if
you press END.
USING THE BELT CLIP
Use the belt clip to hang the handset on your belt or
waistband for handsfree carrying.
If the battery power becomes
too low, the dialing mode might
reset to tone. If you are on a
pulse line and cannot make a
call, try setting the dialing mode
to pulse.
SETTING THE HEADSET’S RINGER TONE
You can select either a high or low ringer tone setting on the
handset while the phone is not in use. Lift the handset and
press VOLUME/RING to hear the current ringer setting.
Repeat-edly press VOLUME/RING to select the desired
ringer setting.
Making and Receiving Calls
If the handset is too far from the
base while the phone is in use,
pressing END might not disconnect
the phone. Hang up the handset on
the base.
SETTING THE DIALING MODE
Your phone is set for tone dialing. If you have pulse service,
change the dialing mode. If you are not sure which type of
service you have, do this test.
Selecting the Channel
1. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone.
If the handset is too far from the
base, an error tone sounds and the
channel might not change. Move
closer to the base.
2. Press any number other than 0.Ô
If the dial tone stops, you have touch-tone service. If the dial
tone continues, you have pulse service.
Using Redial
To set the dialing mode, hold down FLASH until the phone
beeps and TALK/BATT flashes, then press # to set the phone
to pulse mode or ∗/TONE to set the phone to tone mode.
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The redial memory holds up to
24 digits, so you can redial long-
distance as well as local
numbers.
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The redial memory also holds
pause entries (see “Entering a
Pause” on Page 9).
OPERATION
MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS
The redial memory stores a
flash entry or any digits you
press after FLASH (see “Using
Flash” on Page 8).
To make a call, lift the handset and 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.
Using Flash
If you do not have any special
phone services, pressing FLASH
might disconnect the current call.
To end a call, place the handset on the base or press END.
The TALK/BATT and CHARGE/IN USE indicators turn off. Ô
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SELECTING THE CHANNEL
The phone scans 20 channels (frequency pairs used be-
tween the base and the handset) and automatically selects
a clear channel each time you make or receive a call.
If you hear other conversations or you experience difficulty
hearing the conversation, press CHANNEL to select a
different channel. TALK/BATT flashes, followed by a brief
pause as your phone searches for a clear channel. Ô
ADJUSTING THE HEADSET’S VOLUME
To adjust the volume of the sound you hear through the
headset during a call, repeatedly press VOLUME/RING.
USING REDIAL
You can quickly dial the last number you dialed. Lift the
handset and press TALK, then REDIAL/PAUSE. Ô
USING FLASH
FLASH performs the electronic equivalent of a switchhook
operation for special services, such as Call Waiting. For
example, if you have Call Waiting, press FLASH to answer
an incoming call without disconnecting the current call.
Press 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 receive a call.
2. After you complete the call, return the handset to the
base or press END. The phone automatically resets to
the pulse mode.
PAGING
To send a page from the base to the handset or to locate
the handset when the phone is not in use, press PAGE on
the base. The handset beeps for about 1 minute. To stop
the page, press any key on the handset, place the handset
on the base, or press PAGE on the base again.
MEMORY DIALING
You can store up to 10 phone numbers in memory, then dial a
stored number by entering its memory location number. You
can also dial a number stored in memory location number 1 by
pressing SPEED DIAL. Each number can be up to 16 digits.
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STORING A NUMBER IN MEMORY
1. Lift the handset.
Ô NOTE Ô
2. Press MEMORY. TALK/BATT blinks.
Storing a Number in Memory
3. Enter the number and any tone and pause entries (see
“Using Tone Services on a Pulse Line” on Page 8 and
“Entering a Pause” on Page 9). Ô
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An error tone sounds and the
phone exits the programming
mode if you wait more than 30
seconds between keypresses.
4. Press MEMORY again, then enter the memory location
number (0–9) where you want to store the number. A
tone sounds to indicate that the number is stored.
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Each tone or pause entry uses
one digit of memory.
To replace a stored number, simply store a new one in its
place. Or, lift the handset and press MEMORY twice. Then
press the memory location number (0–9) you want to clear.
A tone sounds.
If you try to enter more than 16
digits, the phone beeps 5 times
and exits the programming
mode. Start over at Step 2 and
enter no more than 16 digits in
Step 3.
ENTERING A PAUSE
In some telephone systems, you must dial an access code
(9, for example) and wait for a second dial tone before you
can dial an outside number. You can store the access code
with the phone number. However, you should also store a
pause after the access code to allow the outside line time to
connect. To enter a 2-second pause, press REDIAL/PAUSE.
You can add more pause entries for a longer pause.
Dialing a Memory Number
If you select an empty memory
location, the phone beeps 5 times.
DIALING A MEMORY NUMBER
To dial a number stored in memory, lift the handset and
press TALK. TALK/BATT lights. When you hear a dial tone,
press MEMORY and enter the 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 the number, press MEMORY and enter the number
for the location where the additional information is stored.
TESTING STORED EMERGENCY NUMBERS
If you store an emergency service’s number (police
department, fire department, ambulance) and you choose to
test the stored number, make the test call during the late
evening or early morning hours to avoid peak demand
periods. Also, remain on the line to explain the reason for
your call.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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.
Be sure the base’s phone line cord and AC
adapter are correctly and securely
connected.
The phone does not
work properly.
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 Be sure the base’s antenna is not touching
has decreased and a metal surface.
the phone cannot be
operated at a useful
Return the handset to the base and
recharge the battery pack.
distance from the
base because the
signal becomes
weak or noisy.
The handset battery Check the charging contacts on the hand-
pack does not
charge.
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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If you still have problems, disconnect the phone. If other
phones on the same line work properly, the fault is in this
phone or its installation. If you cannot find the problem, take
the phone to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
CARE
Keep the phone dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
Use and store the phone only in normal temperature
environments. Handle the phone carefully; do not drop it.
Keep the phone away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a
damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
SERVICE AND REPAIR
If your phone is not performing as it should, take it to your
local RadioShack store for assistance. Modifying or
tampering with the phone’s internal components can cause
a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void
your FCC authorization to operate it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This telephone has been tested and found to comply with all
applicable UL 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
Ô NOTE 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 commission, or corporation commission for
information.
You must not connect your phone
to:
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coin-operated systems
most electronic key telephone
systems
We have designed your phone to conform to federal
regulations, and you can connect it to most telephone lines.
However, each phone (and each device, such as a
telephone or answering machine) that you connect to the
telephone line draws power from the telephone line. We
refer to this power draw as the device’s ringer equivalence
number, or REN on the back of your phone.
If you use more than one phone or other device on the line,
add up all of the RENs. If the total is more than five (three in
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rural areas), your telephones might not ring. If ringer
operation is impaired, remove a device from the line.
Limited One-Year Warranty
This product is warranted by RadioShack against man-
ufacturing defects in material and workmanship under
normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase
from RadioShack company-owned stores and autho-
rized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT
AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EX-
PRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES, 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 PROVIDED HEREIN, Ra-
dioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPON-
SIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON
OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY,
LOSS 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.
In the unlikely event that your phone causes problems on
the phone line, the phone company can temporarily
discontinue your service. If this happens, the phone
company attempts to notify you in advance. If advance
notice is not practical, the phone company notifies you as
soon as possible and advises 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 this phone. The telephone company notifies
you of these changes in advance, so you can take the
necessary steps to prevent interruption of your telephone
service.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an im-
plied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of inci-
dental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
SURGE PROTECTION
In the event of a product defect during the warranty pe-
riod, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt
as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. Ra-
dioShack 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 pur-
chase price. All replaced parts and products, and prod-
ucts 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, acci-
dent, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to fol-
low 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) consum-
ables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage;
(e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f)
costs of product removal, installation, set-up service ad-
justment or reinstallation.
Your phone has built-in protection circuits to reduce the risk
of damage from surges in telephone line and power line
current. These protection circuits meet or exceed the FCC
requirements. However, lightning striking the phone or
power lines can damage your phone.
Lightning damage is not common.
Nevertheless, if you live in an area that has severe electrical
storms, we suggest that you unplug your phone when
storms approach to reduce the possibility of damage.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
RadioShack Customer Relations,
200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102
12/99
43-3908
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RadioShack Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
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