Radio Shack ET-546 Cordless Telephone User Manual
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1. 43 1046 fm Page 1 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM Cat No 43 1046 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment ET 546 25 Channel Cordless Telephone with 10 Number Memory Radie Shack VJ F e S 43 1046 fm Page 2 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM FEATURES Your Radio Shack ET 546 25 Channel Cordless Telephone with 10 Number Memory includes the latest advances in cordless phone technology It in cludes the following features 25 Channel Auto Scan automati callly selects the channel with the best performance and least interference You can also change the channel man ually Advanced Super CCT Circuitry provides clarity comparable to a cord ed phone reduces background noise and increases effective operating dis tance 10 Number Memory lets you store 10 phone numbers in memory for easy dialing COM LOK ensures that other cord less phone users cannot use your phone line while the handset is on the base Automatic Security Access Code changes each time you return the handset to the base to help prevent other cordless phone users from using your phone line while the handset is off the base Flash sends an electronic switch hook signal for use with special phone services such as call waiting Redial quickly redials the last num ber dialed with the touch of a button Touch Tone or Pulse Rotary2. To make a call lift the handset from the base and press TALK so the IN USE indicator lights To disconnect a call replace the hand set on the base Note To conserve battery power and leave the phone line available press TALK so the IN USE indicator turns off when you are not making or answering a call Using the Handset Away from the Base To use the handset away from the base press TALK to make or answer a call The IN USE indicator on the hand set lights To disconnect a call press TALK so the IN USE indicator on the handset turns off Note You can make or answer a call on another phone on the same phone line even if the handset is away from the base Sp Zs VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 13 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM e REDUCING INTERFERENCE The ET 546 automatically selects the channel with the best performance and least interference If you hear interfer ence between the handset and the base during a call press CHANNEL to switch to the next channel 25 in all until you receive the best reception REDIAL To quickly redial the last number di aled simply lift the handset from the cradle and press TALK or if away from the base simply press TALK so the IN USE indicator lights Then press REDIAL Notes e We recommend you not use REDIAL to dial numbers that include a TONE entry see Using Tone Services on a Pulse Line e The redial memory do
3. four beeps when someone presses PAGE on the base The IN USE indica tor and the selected channel appear on the base s display Note The handset will not beep during a call or if the ringer is off Sp Zs VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 15 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM e MEMORY DIALING You can store up to 10 phone numbers for single button dialing Each stored number can be up to 16 digits long Notes If TONE PULSE is set to PULSE and you want to use tone dialing for a memory number you must store the tone entry along with the number To keep your accounts secure we recommend you not store your personal access code for services such as bank by phone in a mem ory location Storing a Number in Memory 1 3 If necessary press TALK on the handset so the IN USE indicator turns off Press MEMORY Note While you are storing a number in memory if you do not press any button within 10 sec onds you must repeat Step 2 and try again Dial the number you want to store 4 5 Press MEMORY again Press the memory location num ber 0 to 9 where you want to store the number A long beep sounds The phone number is now stored in memory Remove the plastic covering from the handset s index card with a small pointed object such as the end of a straightened paper clip Write the person s or company s name and memory location num ber on the card in p
4. an error tone when you lift it from the base or press TALK The phone might be receiving interference from an other RF signal or if the handset is away from the base during a long period of AC power failure the phone might lose its access protection code Re turn the handset to the base for a few seconds Sp Zs VJ F 43 1046 fm Page 19 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM A CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Radio Shack ET 546 25 Channel Cordless Telephone with 10 Number Mem ory is an example of superior design and craftsmanship The following suggestions will help you care for your phones so you can enjoy it for years Keep the phone dry If it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Liquids can contain minerals that corrode the electronic circuits Handle the phone gently and carefully Dropping it can damage cir cuit boards and cases and cause the phone to work improperly Use and store the phone only in normal temperature environments Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts Keep the phone away from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of parts Wipe the phone with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong deter gents to clean your phone Modifying or tampering with the phone s internal components can cause a malfunc tion and might invalidate its
5. is impaired remove a device from the line FCC STATEMENT This telephone complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules You must upon re quest provide the registration number and the REN to your phone company These numbers are located on the bot tom of your phone Note You must not connect your phone to any of the following Coin operated systems e Party line systems e Most electronic key phone sys tems e Sp Lis A Y 43 1046 fm Page 4 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM ap CONTENTS Preparation ecien anaiei eeii iaaa EEEa C ANE a ain AAAA Rei EEA aT AAR aE 5 Gonnecting Me Battery is ci ceteccttecratecdeectenegietaieedeeee ee E EEEa 5 Installing the Handset s Antenna ceccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeaaaeeeeeeesenaaes 5 Selecting aA LOCATION o oo eee nna ea ariarian akp ra ARENA ANTAO ARSAN a aN ANA aT R 5 Placing the Base on a Desk Op o eeeeseeeeeesnneeeeeeeaeeeeeeeaaeeeseeeaeeeeeseaaas 6 Mounting the Base on a Wall Plate 0 2 eeeceeceeeeesneeeeeeennaeeeseeenaeeeeeeeaaas 6 Mounting the Base Directly on the Wall aeeeseeeseeeeeeeeressreersssrrnsen 7 Charging the Battery znasaroerrana t aa hes eee Bee 9 Setting the Dialing Mode 0 eeecceeeeeeeeneeeeeeeecaeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeaaaeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeaaeeeenee 9 Setting the Ringer On Off resia a E EEA 10 Operatlon maaria aE Ea EEE TE E 11 Making Answering a Call eeeceeceeesnneeeeeeeeneeeeeeeaaaeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeaaeeeeee
6. number other than 0 If the dial tone stops you have touch tone service Leave TONE PULSE set to TONE If the dial tone continues you have pulse rotary service Set TONE PULSE to PULSE e a KA Zs P Y 43 1046 fm Page 11 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM SETTING THE RINGER ON OFF To turn off the ringer set RINGER ON OFF on the handset to OFF To turn on the ringer set it to ON Note With the handset s ringer off you can still make and receive calls us ing the cordless phone Telephones on the same line still ring when there is an incoming call the handset s IN USE in dicator flashes and the POWER and CHARGE indicators on the base flash until you answer the call 11 Vv VJ F 43 1046 fm Page 12 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM OPERATION Before using your cordless telephone you must connect and charge its bat tery see Connecting the Battery and Charging the Battery For the best operation make sure the base s an tenna is in a vertical position MAKING ANSWERING A CALL You can use your cordless telephone in two ways at the base or away from the base Using the Handset at the Base Place the handset in the cradle The base rings whether RINGER ON OFF on the handset is set to ON or OFF To answer a call just lift the handset from the base The phone searches for a channel with minimal interference you might notice a pause
7. Dial ing lets you connect your phone to either type of service Hearing Aid Compatibility lets you use your phone with hearing aids that have a T telephone switch We recommend you record your phone s serial number in the space be low The serial is on the bottom panel of the base Serial Number Please read this owner s manual care fully so you can enjoy all of your tele phone s features Important Cordless phones such as this one require AC power to operate When the AC power is off you cannot dial out or receive incoming calls using your cordless phone For this reason the cordless phone should not be your only telephone To be safe you should also have a phone that does not re quire AC power to operate not a cord less phone so you can still make and receive calls if there is an AC power failure 1996 Tandy Corporation All Rights Reserved COM LOK and Radio Shack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation 2 Ea e Sp Zs VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 3 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM e This telephone has been tested and found to comply with all applicable FCC and UL standards Note Your 25 Channel Cordless Tele phone with 10 Number Memory oper ates on standard radio frequencies as allocated by the FCC Therefore it is possible for other radio units operating on similar frequencies within a certain area to inadvertently int
8. G THE BATTERY Before you use your phone for the first time you must connect the battery then charge it for about 12 15 hours Slide off the battery compartment cov er on the back of the handset Connect the battery to the pins inside the bat tery compartment Then replace the cover install the handset s antenna mount the phone see Selecting a Location and follow the instructions under Charging the Battery INSTALLING THE HANDSET S ANTENNA Insert the antenna into the hole at the top of the handset then rotate the an tenna clockwise until it is secure SELECTING A LOCATION You can place your phone on a desk shelf or table or mount it on a wall Select a location that is Near an AC outlet Near a telephone line jack Out of the way of normal activities Away from fluorescent lights elec trical machinery electrical appli ances and metal walls or filing cabinets Away from computers remote control toys wireless intercoms alarms and room monitors The base s location affects the phone s range If you have a choice of several locations try each to see which pro vides the best performance Notes e If the phone line jack is not a mod ular jack you must update the wir ing You can do this yourself using jacks and adapters avail able at your local Radio Shack store or you can let the phone company update the wiring for you The phone company will charge you f
9. adio Shack is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages arising out of or in con nection with the use or performance of the product or other damages with respect to loss of property loss of revenue or profit or costs of removal installation or reinstallation EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RADIO SHACK MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN Some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential dam ages and some states do not allow limitation or exclusion of implied warranties therefore the aforesaid limita tion s or exclusion s may not apply to the purchaser There will be charges rendered for repairs to the product made after the expiration of the aforesaid one 1 year warranty period This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state We Service What We Sell 9 94 RADIO SHACK A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth Texas 76102 10A5 Printed in Hong Kong MP Zs
10. d of the short modular cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base Ea Sp Zs VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 7 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM 2 Route the short cord downward through the slot on the base s bot tom and under the clips as shown Route the other end of the short cord through the hole in the bracket s center Attach the supplied bracket to the bottom of the base by inserting the tabs on the bracket into the slots on the base then sliding the bracket up 5 Insert the supplied AC adapter s barrel plug into the 12VDC jack on the back of the base Then plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet Plug the modular cord into the wall plate s jack Align the bracket s keyhole slots with the wall plate studs and slide the base downward to secure it a Sp Lis VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 8 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM e 8 Carefully place the handset in the cradle at the top of the base and make sure it is secure 9 Move the base s antenna to a ver tical position Note If you later want to mount the base on a desktop press PUSH on the bottom of the base and slide the brack et down to remove it Mounting the Base Directly on the Wall You need two wood screws not sup plied for this mounting method 1 Drill two holes 3 546 inches apart Then thread a screw into each hole l
11. e place in the call press MEMORY and the num ber for the location where the addition al information is stored Testing Stored Emergency Numbers If you store an emergency service s number police department fire de partment 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 ex plain the reason for your call Ea Sp Zs Y 43 1046 fm Page 17 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM ap TROUBLESHOOTING We do not expect you to have any problems with your telephone but if you do these suggestions might help If you still have problems check other phones on the same line to see if they work properly If they do and the problem does not seem to be with your phone service take your phone to your local Radio Shack store for assistance Problem Solution The handset does not Press TALK on the handset work Move the handset closer to the base Be sure the phone line cord and AC adapter are correctly and securely connected Be sure the battery is connected and charged Place the base s antenna in a vertical position Return the handset to the cradle for 5 sec onds and then try again Check the handset and base s charging con tacts If they are dirty clean them with a pencil eraser Volume drops or you hear Someone has picked up another phone on the
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13. ence the FCC requires that you stop using your phone LIGHTNING Your phone has built in protection cir cuits to reduce the risk of damage from surges in phone line current These protection circuits meet or exceed FCC requirements However lightning strik ing the phone lines can damage your phone Lighting damage is not common Nev ertheless if you live an area that has severe electrical storms we suggest that you unplug your phone during storms to reduce the possibility of damage 21 e Sp Lis P Y 43 1046 fm Page 22 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM NOTES 22 Sp Zs ES 43 1046 fm Page 23 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM Y 23 Sp Lis Y 43 1046 fm Page 24 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM RADIO SHACK LIMITED WARRANTY This telephone product is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for one 1 year from the date of purchase from Radio Shack company owned stores and authorized Radio Shack franchisees and dealers Within this period bring your Radio Shack sales slip as proof of purchase date to any Radio Shack store This warranty does not cover damage or failure caused by or attributable to Acts of God abuse misuse improper or abnormal usage faulty installation improper maintenance lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or any repairs other than those provided by a Radio Shack Authorized Service Facility or transportation costs R
14. encil in case you want to change it later Repeat Steps 2 6 to store and record other telephone numbers Notes Ea If you receive a call while you are storing a number in memory press TALK to answer the call After the call begin again at Step 1 to store the number To change a number stored in memory simply store a new num ber in that memory location 15 e Sp Lis VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 16 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM Entering a Pause in a Memory Number 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 If your phone is connected to one of these systems you might want to enter a pause at the appropriate point when you store a phone number in memory When storing a number press PAUSE to enter a 3 second pause For a long er pause press PAUSE again each press enters a 3 second pause Dialing a Stored Number Follow these steps to dial a number stored in memory e Lift the handset from the cradle and press TALK so the IN USE indicator lights When you hear a dial tone press MEMORY and then press the memory location number where the phone number is stored The phone dials the stored number Chain Dialing Service Numbers When calling special services such as alternate long distance or bank by phone dial the service s main number first Then at the appropriat
15. ercept your conversations and or cause interfer ence on your cordless telephone This lack of privacy can occur with any cordless telephone Warning To prevent fire or shock haz ard do not expose this product to rain or moisture J RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICE ABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVIC ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert you ix to the presence of uninsulated dan gerous 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 This symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are in cluded in the literature accompany ing this product Ea READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLATION We have designed your telephone to conform to federal regulations and you can connect it to most telephone lines However each device that you connect to the phone line draws power from the phone line We refer to this power draw as the device s ringer equivalence number or REN The REN is shown on the bottom of your phone If you are using more than one phone or other device on the line add up all the RENs If the total is more than five your phone might not ring In rural ar eas a total REN of three might impair ringer operation If ringer operation
16. es not store a FLASH entry or any digits entered after you press FLASH Ea USING FLASH Use FLASH on the handset to perform the switchhook operation for special services such as call waiting For example if you have call waiting press FLASH to take an incoming call without disconnecting the current call Press FLASH again to return to the first call Notes e If you do not have a special phone service pressing FLASH might disconnect the current call e The redial memory does not store a FLASH entry or any digits entered after you press FLASH 13 e Sp Lis VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 14 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM USING TONE SERVICES ON A PULSE LINE Some special services such as bank by phone require tone signals If you have pulse service you can still use these special tone services by follow ing these steps 1 Set TONE PULSE on the base to PULSE 2 Dial the service s main number 3 When the service answers press TONE Then dial the additional numbers The phone sends these numbers as tone signals 4 When you complete the call place the handset on the cradle or press TALK to disconnect the call The phone automatically resets to the pulse mode Note We recommend you not use RE DIAL to dial numbers that include a TONE entry USING PAGE PAGE lets you locate the handset if you misplaced it or alert the person hold ing the handset The handset sounds
17. etting the heads extend 1 4 inch from the wall 2 Plug one end of the supplied mod ular cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base On the bottom of the base route the modular cord downward and under the slot s clips as shown Attach the bracket to the bottom of the base by inserting the tabs on the bracket into the slots on the base then sliding the bracket up Insert the supplied AC adapter s barrel plug into the 12VDC jack on the back of the base Then plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet KA Zs P Y 43 1046 fm Page 9 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM 6 Plug the modular cord into a mod CHARGING THE ular phone line jack BATTERY Before you use your phone for the first time or when you install a new battery make sure RINGER ON OFF on the handset is set to OFF then charge the battery for about 12 15 hours by plac ing the handset on the cradle so the 7 Align the keyhole slots with the POWER and CHARGE indicators on mounting screws and slide the the base light base downward to secure it The phone charges whenever the 8 Carefully place the handset in the handset is on the base You can re cradle at the top of the base and charge the battery at any time but be make sure it is secure sure to recharge it when BATT LOW 9 Fully extend the base s antenna lights on the handset and place it in a vertical position Note If you later want to mount t
18. he base on a desktop press PUSH on the bracket and pull it off to remove it from the base s bottom Notes e Continuing to use the battery after BATT LOW lights could shorten overall battery life WV S 43 1046 fm Page 10 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM The first time you use your phone after installing a new battery the handset might not work or might sound an error tone when you press TALK This might also occur when you recharge a battery that has been completely discharged If this happens be sure RINGER ON OFF is set to ON Then return the handset to the cradle for 5 seconds This resets the security access code If the CHARGE indicator does not light when you place the handset on the cradle be sure the battery is connected to the pins inside the battery compartment and the AC adapter is securely connected to the base Also check the charging contacts on the handset and base If the contacts are dirty or tarnished gently clean them with a pencil eraser About once a month fully dis charge the battery Keep the handset off the cradle until BATT LOW lights Then return the hand set to the cradle and recharge the battery for about 10 hours SETTING THE DIALING MODE Set TONE PULSE on the base for the type of service you have If you are not sure which type you have do this test 1 Set TONE PULSE to TONE 2 Lift the handset press TALK and listen for a dial tone 3 Press any
19. or the installation of the nec essary jacks e Sp Lis AZ F S 43 1046 fm Page 6 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM e e The USOC number of the jack to be installed is RJ11W for a wall jack or RJ11C for a baseboard jack Caution You must use a 120 VAC 12 VDC adapter that delivers at least 200 milliamps Its plug must correctly fit the phone s 12VDC jack The supplied adapter meets these requirements Using an adapter that does not meet these requirements could damage the phone or the adapter Placing the Base ona Desk Top Follow these steps when you place the base on a desk shelf or table 1 Plug one end of the supplied mod ular cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base 2 Plug the modular cord s other end into a modular phone line jack 3 Insert the supplied AC adapter s barrel plug into the 12VDC jack on the back of the base 4 Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet 5 Place the handset upright over the charging contacts on the top of the base see Charging the Bat tery Note The phone will not charge if you try to use the charging con tacts on the side of the base while it is flat on a desk top 6 Move the base s antenna to a ver tical position Mounting the Base ona Wall Plate You need a short modular cord such as Radio Shack Cat No 279 390 not supplied and a standard wall plate for this mounting method 1 Plug one en
20. t might be available are municipal curb side collection drop off boxes at retailers recycling collection centers and mail back pro grams THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW In the unlikely event that your phone causes problems on the phone line the phone company can temporarily discontinue your service If this hap pens the phone company attempts to notify you in advance If advance no tice is not practical the phone compa ny notifies you as soon as possible and advises you of your right to file a com plaint with the FCC Also the phone company can make changes to its lines equipment opera tions or procedures that could affect the operation of the phone The phone company notifies you of these changes in advance so you can take the neces sary steps to prevent interruption of your phone service Ea Sp Zs VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 21 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM Your phone might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly To determine whether your phone is causing the interference turn off your phone If the interference goes away your phone is causing the inter ference Try to eliminate the interfer ence by e Moving your phone away from the receiver e Connecting your phone to an AC outlet that is on a different electri cal circuit from the receiver e Contacting your local Radio Shack store for help If you cannot eliminate the interfer
21. unusual sounds on the same line Hang up the other phone line Call is noisy e Press CHANNEL to switch to another channel Do not mount the base near appliances or large metal objects Hang up and redial the number Keep the handset away from interference sources such as computers remote control toys wireless microphones alarm systems intercoms and room monitors fluorescent lights and electrical appliances If the interfer ence is severe turn off the interfering device e Place the base s antenna in a vertical position 17 Vv Ea d VJ F S 43 1046 fm Page 18 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM Problem The handset s range decreases Solution Place the base s antenna in a vertical position Be sure the antenna is not touching a metal surface Return the handset to the cradle and recharge the battery Receiver sound flutters or fades Be sure the battery is connected and charged Place the base s antenna in a vertical position Move the handset closer to the base Can make calls but tele phone does not ring Handset s RINGER must be set to ON to ring Telephone company might be using unusual ringing methods Your telephone is designed for standard straight line bridged ringing Can receive calls but can not make calls Set TONE PULSE correctly for the type of service you have You cannot answer make a call and the handset sounds
22. warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it If your phone is not performing as it should take it to your local Radio Shack store for assistance If the trouble is affecting the phone lines the phone company might ask you to disconnect your phone until you have resolved the problem 19 VJ ki S 43 1046 fm Page 20 Tuesday August 17 1999 11 05 AM REPLACING THE BATTERY If you follow the instructions in Charg ing the Battery the supplied battery should last about one year When the battery loses its ability to fully charge order a 3 6 volt 300 milliamp battery with a connector that fits the connector in the battery compartment You can order a replacement battery through your local Radio Shack store Install the new battery as described below then charge the battery see Charging the Battery 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover on the back of the handset as shown 2 Gently pull on the battery wires to disconnect the plug then remove the battery 3 Insert a fresh battery and connect its plug to the pins inside the bat tery compartment 4 Replace the cover Caution Your telephone contains a rechargeable nickel cadmium battery At the end of the battery s useful life it must be recycled or disposed of prop erly Contact your local county or state hazardous waste management authorities for information on recycling or disposal programs in your area Some options tha
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