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- Page 1 43-768.fm Page 1 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM Cat. No. 43-768 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. TAD-1006 Digital Answering System Telephone with Time/Day Stamp...
- Page 2 Hearing Aid Compatible — lets you use this phone with hearing aids that have a T (telephone) switch. © 1996 Tandy Corporation. Radio Shack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation. Day/Time Stamp — records the day and time each message was record- Digitally-Synthesized guides you through operation of the TAD-1006.
- Page 3 FCC standards. We recommend you record your sys- tem’s serial number here. The number is on the bottom of the TAD-1006. Serial Number __________________ Warning: To prevent fire or shock haz- ard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
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Page 4: Read This Before Installation
43-768.fm Page 4 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLATION We have designed your system 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 pow- er from the line. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Selecting a Location ... 7 Connecting the AC Adapter ... 7 Installing a Backup Battery ... 8 Mounting the TAD-1006 ... 9 Placing on a Desktop ... 9 Connecting the Wall Bracket ... 9 Mounting on a Wall Plate ... 10 Mounting Directly on the Wall ... - Page 6 Using the Toll-Saver ... 26 Changing the Remote Code ... 26 Remote Answer-On ... 27 Using Remote Commands ... 27 List of Remote Commands ... 29 Problem Solving ... 30 Resetting the TAD-1006 ... 32 Care and Maintenance ... 33 Lightning ... 34...
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Page 7: Installation
AC outlet, and out of the way of normal activities. You can place the TAD-1006 on a flat surface (such as a desktop or counter-top), mount it on a modular jack wall plate, or mount it di- rectly on the wall. -
Page 8: Installing A Backup Battery
AC power. INSTALLING A BACKUP BATTERY If AC power fails or you unplug the TAD-1006, a 9V backup battery (not supplied) saves the messages and the settings for the day, time, and security code. We recommend you use an al- kaline battery, such as Radio Shack Cat. -
Page 9: Mounting The Tad-1006
2. Plug the modular cord’s other end into a modular phone line jack. Connecting the Wall Bracket If you plan to mount the TAD-1006 on a modular jack wall plate or directly on the wall, you must first connect the supplied mounting bracket to the back of the TAD-1006. -
Page 10: Mounting On A Wall Plate
Mounting on a Wall Plate 1. Plug one end of the supplied mod- ular cord into the TO LINE the back of the TAD-1006. illustration 2. As shown below, press the modu- lar cord into the right groove on the mounting bracket and press the AC adapter’s cord into the left... -
Page 11: Mounting Directly On The Wall
43-768.fm Page 11 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM Mounting Directly on the Wall To install the TAD-1006 directly on the wall, you need a drill and two screws (not supplied) with heads that fit into the keyhole slots on the mounting bracket. -
Page 12: Connecting The Handset
CONNECTING THE HANDSET To connect the handset to the base of the TAD-1006, plug one end of the supplied coiled cord into the modular jack on the handset, then plug the oth- er end into the modular jack on the side of the TAD-1006. -
Page 13: Telephone Operation
USING MEMORY DIALING The TAD-1006 has two types of mem- ory — priority and standard — that let you store and easily dial up to 13 numbers. You can store up to 3 num- bers in priority memory and dial them at the press of a single button. -
Page 14: Storing A Number In Memory
• Write the memory location num- ber and name associated with that number on the TAD-1006’s mem- ory dialing card. (Use pencil in case you want to change it later.) To use the card, grasp and gently pull the tab on the front of the TAD-1006. -
Page 15: Storing A Pause In Memory
43-768.fm Page 15 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM Storing a Pause in Memory 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;... -
Page 16: Tad Preparation
43-768.fm Page 16 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM TAD PREPARATION Complete the procedures in this sec- tion before you begin using the TAD to answer calls. Notes: • The keypad is located under the cover on the front of the TAD- 1006. -
Page 17: Setting The Number Of Rings
43-768.fm Page 17 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM 2. Press . The TAD says, 1/TIME “ Press one for Monday, two for Tuesday, three for Wednesday, four for Thursday, five for Friday, six for Saturday, seven for Sun- day. ” illustration 3. -
Page 18: Recording Announcements
2. Release announcement (at least 2 sec- onds, but no more than 1 minute long). Speak toward the front of the TAD-1006 from about 12 inches away. illustration Note: Be sure the outgoing mes- sage you record is at least 2 sec- onds long, otherwise the TAD might not operate properly. -
Page 19: Checking/Deleting The Outgoing Announcement
1. Press and hold 4/OGM2 TAD beeps and the ANSWER indicator flashes. illustration 2. Speak toward the front of the TAD-1006 in a strong voice from about 12 inches away. 3. Press ON/OFF recording the announcement. The TAD plays the current memory full announcement. -
Page 20: Tad Operation
43-768.fm Page 20 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM TAD OPERATION Be sure you complete the procedures in “Installation” and “TAD Preparation” before you begin using the TAD. SETTING THE TAD TO ANSWER/NOT ANSWER CALLS To set the TAD to answer calls, simply turn it on by pressing ON/OFF ANSWER indicator turns on. -
Page 21: Using The Announcement-Only Feature
USING THE ANNOUNCEMENT-ONLY FEATURE Your TAD’s announcement-only fea- ture lets you set the TAD-1006 to play a message for the caller, then auto- matically hang up without letting the caller leave a message. This is useful if you want to tell callers about an event. -
Page 22: Checking/Deleting The Announcement-Only Message
Adjust RECORDING A 2-WAY CONVERSATION You can record both sides of a con- versation on the TAD-1006’s built-in phone or on any phone connected to the same phone line as the TAD- 1006. At any time during the conversation,... -
Page 23: Recording A Memo
“Playing 2-Way Conversations” on Page 24. RECORDING A MEMO A memo is a message that you record by speaking directly at the TAD-1006, without calling in on the phone line. 1. Press and hold MEMO TAD beeps. The ANSWER indica- tor flashes and the MEMO indica- tor lights steadily. -
Page 24: Playing Incoming Messages
43-768.fm Page 24 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM Playing Incoming Messages The PLAY indicator flashes after the TAD records one or more incoming messages. To listen to the incoming message(s), press . The TAD PLAY tells you how many messages it has recorded. -
Page 25: Deleting Messages
43-768.fm Page 25 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM The TAD plays each recorded memo, one after the other, beginning with the most recent one. At the end of each, the TAD announces the day and time the memo was recorded. After playing the last memo, the TAD beeps once. -
Page 26: Remote Tad Operation
(see “Setting the Number of Rings” on Page 17). CHANGING THE REMOTE CODE To use your TAD-1006 from a remote telephone, you must first enter a 3- digit remote operation security code. The security code for your TAD-1006 is preset to 028. -
Page 27: Remote Answer-On
REMOTE ANSWER-ON If the TAD-1006 is connected to AC power, you can use any remote phone to turn the TAD on and set it to answer calls and record messages. - Page 28 43-768.fm Page 28 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM 4. Within 7 seconds, enter your selection (see “List of Remote Commands” on Page 29). Notes: • If you do not press a button within 7 seconds, the TAD hangs up. •...
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Page 29: List Of Remote Commands
43-768.fm Page 29 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM List of Remote Commands Use these keys on a touch-tone phone or pocket tone dialer to operate the TAD when you are away from your home or office. Press: Play memo messages. Play incoming messages. -
Page 30: Problem Solving
43-768.fm Page 30 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM PROBLEM SOLVING We do not expect you to have any problems with your TAD-1006, but if you do, try these suggestions. If the TAD-1006 still does not operate as you think it should, take it to your local Radio Shack store for assistance. - Page 31 If the TAD fails to re- spond, the security code might have re- set to the default code. Enter 028. Make sure that AC power is restored and the 12V DC adapter is properly connected to the TAD-1006.
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Page 32: Resetting The Tad-1006
43-768.fm Page 32 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM RESETTING THE TAD-1006 If the TAD-1006 locks up or does not operate properly, you might need to reset it. Important: Resetting the TAD-1006 deletes all recorded messages (in- cluding outgoing announce-... -
Page 33: Care And Maintenance
Stamp is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following sugges- tions will help you care for the TAD-1006 so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the TAD-1006 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits. -
Page 34: Lightning
Also, the phone company can make changes to its lines, equipment, oper- ations, or procedures that could affect the operation of your TAD-1006. The phone company notifies you of these changes in advance, so you can take steps to prevent interruption of your phone service. - Page 35 43-768.fm Page 35 Friday, August 13, 1999 2:49 PM NOTES...
- Page 36 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.