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- Page 1 17-1111.fm Page 1 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Owner’s Manual Cat. No. 17-1111 CT-502 Flip-Style Handheld Cellular Telephone with Silent Vibrating Alert Please read before using this equipment.
- Page 2 17-1111.fm Page 2 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM FEATURES Your RadioShack CT-502 Flip-Style Handheld Cellular Tele- phone with Silent Vibrating Alert is a state-of-the-art personal cellular telephone. It has all of these features: Special Messaging Service Features — the phone is pre-...
- Page 3 17-1111.fm Page 3 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Last Number Redial — lets you quickly review and redial any of the last 10 numbers that you called. Scratchpad Memory — lets you temporarily store a number (even during a call), then easily dial it. Security Features —...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
17-1111.fm Page 4 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM TABLE OF CONTENTS A Look at Your Phone ... 6 Reading the Status Indicators ... 7 Reading the Display ... 8 Using the Battery ... 9 Installing the Battery ... 9 Charging the Battery ... - Page 5 17-1111.fm Page 5 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Other Features ... 50 Using the Messaging Functions ... 50 Using the Phone with Handsfree Equipment ... 52 Using the Call Timers ... 53 Selecting the Active Phone Number ... 55 Setting the Cellular System Type ...
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Page 6: A Look At Your Phone
17-1111.fm Page 6 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM A LOOK AT YOUR PHONE ALPHA NUMERIC 1. Retractable Antenna Extend during a call for optimum performance. 2. Earpiece 3. Status Indicators (See “Reading the Status Indicators” on Page 7.) 4. Alphanumeric Display (Seven-Character LED) Displays the phone number, name, memory location number, or message. -
Page 7: Reading The Status Indicators
17-1111.fm Page 7 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 6. Function Keys — Recalls numbers stored in memory. — Removes characters or clears functions. — Ends a call or exits the functions menu. — Places or answers calls. — Accesses the memory or functions menu. NAME MENU —... -
Page 8: Reading The Display
17-1111.fm Page 8 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM NoSvc (No Service) Indicator Flashes or lights steadily if the phone is beyond the range of the cellular service area, meaning calls cannot be made or re- ceived. See “Signal Strength/Ser- vice Area”... -
Page 9: Using The Battery
17-1111.fm Page 9 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING THE BATTERY Warning: A detached battery could cause property damage, injury, or burns if a metal object (such as a pen spring, bead- ed chain, or piece of jewelry) contacts the battery’s terminals and causes a short circuit. -
Page 10: Charging The Battery
17-1111.fm Page 10 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM To remove the battery , be sure the phone is turned off, then press the latch at the top of the battery and slide the battery toward the bottom of the phone until it stops. Then lift the bat- tery off the phone. -
Page 11: Checking Battery Power
17-1111.fm Page 11 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Notes: • You can use the phone while it is charging, but charg- ing takes longer. • For the fastest charging, be sure the phone is turned off during charging, if you are not expecting a call. •... -
Page 12: Replacing A Battery During A Call
17-1111.fm Page 12 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Note: Rechargeable batteries last longer and perform better if occasionally allowed to fully discharge. You can do this by leaving the phone on until it automatically turns off or you can use the battery discharge feature of any approved accessory available for your phone. -
Page 13: Important Battery Tips
17-1111.fm Page 13 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM IMPORTANT BATTERY TIPS • Use only the supplied charger and use only batteries designed for this phone. • You can purchase additional standard or extended capacity batteries through your local RadioShack store. •... -
Page 14: Basic Operation
17-1111.fm Page 14 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM BASIC OPERATION TURNING THE PHONE ON/OFF To turn on the phone , flip down the cover then press The phone performs a short self test and sounds a tone or vi- brates (see “Changing the Alert Type”... -
Page 15: Making A Call
17-1111.fm Page 15 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM • You can disable the signal strength meter so it does not appear. See “Turning the Signal Strength Meter Off/On” on Page 26. If the NoSvc indicator (above the display) turns on, the phone is outside the cellular service area and you cannot make or receive calls until you reach an area with service your phone can use. -
Page 16: Answering A Call
17-1111.fm Page 16 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM System Busy Message In addition to the normal busy signal you hear when a num- ber you call is busy, your phone sounds tones and displays a message to indicate other situations when it cannot complete a call. -
Page 17: Missed Call Message
17-1111.fm Page 17 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM • To set your phone so you can answer a call by pressing keys other than just , see “Using Multiple Key Answer” on Page 32. • If you subscribe to calling line ID service through your cellular carrier, you can view the calling party’s phone number on the phone’s display. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Volume
17-1111.fm Page 18 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Adjusting the Earpiece Volume To increase or decrease the earpiece volume during a call, repeatedly press the top (increase) or bottom (decrease) vol- ume button on the side of the phone. Each time you press the button, the volume meter appears on the display for about 8 seconds. -
Page 19: Making Emergency Calls
17-1111.fm Page 19 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM To turn the microphone on again, press disappears. Mute Hint: To help you remember which key to use, note that “M” (for mute) appears on the key. Note: Pressing to end a call also turns the microphone back on. -
Page 20: Redialing Numbers
17-1111.fm Page 20 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM • does not appear if the emergency display Emergcy function is turned off (see “Turning the Emergency Dis- play Off/On” on Page 33). REDIALING NUMBERS Using Last Ten Number Redial Your phone constantly stores the last 10 phone numbers you called. -
Page 21: Displaying Numbers
17-1111.fm Page 21 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM If the call cannot be completed within 4 minutes (and appears again), you can press Redial the redial cycle or to end the call. DISPLAYING NUMBERS Your Phone Number To display your phone number at any time (even while a call is in progress), simply press Notes: •... -
Page 22: Menu Functions
17-1111.fm Page 22 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM MENU FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW Turning a Function On/Off Follow these steps to turn any of your phone’s special func- tions on or off. For a complete description of any function, see the section that describes that function. The page num- bers of each of the sections are listed in “Menu Functions List”... - Page 23 17-1111.fm Page 23 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Function Status Quick-Review Several commonly used functions on your phone (such as the message reminder tone and emergency dialing) are pre- set to “on” so you can begin using them immediately; howev- er, you can turn any function on or off.
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Page 24: Menu Functions List
17-1111.fm Page 24 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Menu Functions List Function Description and Display Shows Default Setting Signal Mtr Turns off/on the signal strength meter One Min Timr Sets the phone to sound a tone once each minute during a call Indiv Timr Sets the call timer to dis-... - Page 25 17-1111.fm Page 25 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Function Description and Display Shows Default Setting Auto Lock Sets the phone to auto- matically lock when you turn power on Turbo Dial Turns off/on one-touch dialing Emergcy Call Turns off/on the emer- gency dialing display Can be turned off so the Number Pref...
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Page 26: Using The Menu Functions
17-1111.fm Page 26 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING THE MENU FUNCTIONS Turning the Signal Strength Meter Off/On Your phone is preset to display the signal strength meter each time you turn on the phone, clear the display, or make a call;... - Page 27 17-1111.fm Page 27 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Turning the Automatic Call Timer On/Off To track how long you are on the phone, you can set your phone to automatically display the time (minutes and sec- onds) you spend on each call. Follow these steps to turn the automatic call timer on or off.
- Page 28 17-1111.fm Page 28 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 3. Press appears or 4. Press to exit the functions menu. Notes: • In order to send DTMF tones when you use special phone services (such as bank by phone), you must dis- able the silent scratchpad function before you place the call, or (if silent scratchpad is on) press you enter the commands or codes, so your phone sends...
- Page 29 17-1111.fm Page 29 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 4. Press the number keys ( pad to hear the various ringer styles (or repeatedly press to scroll backward or forward and hear each of them). 5. When you hear the ringer style you want to use, press to select it.
- Page 30 17-1111.fm Page 30 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM • If the call screening function is turned on, your phone sounds a different alert tone or number of vibrations. See “Using Call Screening” on Page 34. Follow these steps to change the alert type. 1.
- Page 31 17-1111.fm Page 31 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 3. Press appears or 4. Press to exit the functions menu. Note: Regardless of the silent keypad setting, unless you turn on the silent scratchpad function (see “Using Silent Scratchpad” on Page 27), the other party on the line hears tones if you press the keys during a call.
- Page 32 17-1111.fm Page 32 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Using Multiple Key Answer Your phone is preset to answer an incoming call only when you press ; however, you can set the phone to answer a call when you press any of these keys after the first ring (or vibration): , any number key ( ume button.
- Page 33 17-1111.fm Page 33 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Turning the Emergency Display Off/On Your phone is preset to display down to make an emergency call; however, you can set the phone so Emergcy does not appear (if you did not store an emergency number in memory 01, for example).
- Page 34 17-1111.fm Page 34 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Using Call Screening The call screening function lets you set your phone so appears and the phone sounds several unique beeps (or vi- brates) when it receives a call, but you cannot answer the call.
- Page 35 17-1111.fm Page 35 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Turning the Message Reminder Tones Off/On If your cellular carrier offers a special messaging service, and you subscribe to that service, your phone is preset to beep every 2 minutes until you read all new messages, but you can turn off the tones.
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Page 36: Using Memory
17-1111.fm Page 36 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING MEMORY Your phone has 50 speed-dial memory locations that can each hold a phone number (up to 32 digits) and a name (up to 14 characters, including spaces). STORING SPEED DIAL NUMBERS Note: If you are unable to complete Steps 1 and 2 within 8 seconds, the display goes blank to conserve battery power. - Page 37 17-1111.fm Page 37 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM For example, to enter the letter Y, press (since the letter Y is third in the series of letters on that key). Notes: • To store a space, press letter). • To enter the letter Q (even though it is not printed on the key), press twice.
- Page 38 17-1111.fm Page 38 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Storing Speed Dial Numbers in Blocks To help you organize and easily recall information, you can store speed dial numbers in “blocks,” so numbers with similar characteristics (such as family, friends, services, and so on) are stored together.
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Page 39: One-Touch Dialing
17-1111.fm Page 39 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM ONE-TOUCH DIALING To quickly place a call to any number stored in memory loca- tions 02–09 (without pressing number key for about 1 second. The InUse indicator flashes and the phone briefly displays Dialing called, then the signal strength meter. -
Page 40: Memory Scrolling/Dialing
17-1111.fm Page 40 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM MEMORY SCROLLING/DIALING Scrolling by Name (Alphabetical Order) Your phone stores names in alphabetical order, based on the first few characters of the name. Follow these steps to scroll through memory by name. 1. - Page 41 17-1111.fm Page 41 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 3. When you see the name you want to use, press place the call. Scrolling by Memory Location Number 1. Press 2. Press to start scrolling from the first memory OPER location, or enter a specific memory number (such as 11) that you want to start from.
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Page 42: Changing Information In Amemory Location
17-1111.fm Page 42 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM CHANGING INFORMATION IN A MEMORY LOCATION 1. Recall the memory location information. 2. Press (if necessary) to display the phone number. 3. Repeatedly press to backspace and erase digits, then enter the correct numbers; or, to simply add digits to the existing number, enter the additional numbers. -
Page 43: Clearing A Memory
17-1111.fm Page 43 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM CLEARING A MEMORY With a name and number — Follow these steps to clear a memory that has a name and phone number (or only a name) stored in it. 1. Press to display the first name stored in memory, NAME MENU... -
Page 44: Using Scratchpad Memory
17-1111.fm Page 44 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING SCRATCHPAD MEMORY Your phone’s scratchpad memory lets you temporarily store a telephone number on the display during a call. This is handy, for example, when someone gives you a number during a call and you don’t have a place to write it down. -
Page 45: Security Features
17-1111.fm Page 45 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM SECURITY FEATURES LOCKING YOUR PHONE To prevent unauthorized use of your phone, you can enter a 3-digit code to lock your phone at any time (see “Using Manu- al Lock”). For added convenience, you can also set the phone to automatically lock every time you turn it on (see “Using Automatic Lock”... -
Page 46: Changing The Lock Code
17-1111.fm Page 46 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM The phone remains locked until you unlock it. To unlock your phone, simply enter the 3-digit lock code so pears. If you make a mistake, press Using Automatic Lock The automatic lock feature lets you set your phone to auto- matically lock each time you turn it on. - Page 47 17-1111.fm Page 47 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 2. Enter the 6-digit security code. 3. Enter the new 3-digit lock code you want to use. 4. Press . The phone displays new lock code. 5. Press to clear the lock code message from the dis- play.
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Page 48: Using Service Restrictions
17-1111.fm Page 48 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING SERVICE RESTRICTIONS Your phone is preset to let you (or anyone else) dial any type of number (local or long distance) and freely access any in- formation stored in its memory. To prevent unauthorized use of your phone, however, you can enter your phone’s preset security code (000000) and set any of these varying levels of service restrictions. - Page 49 17-1111.fm Page 49 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Follow these steps to change the service restriction level on your phone. Note: The phone’s display does not change (no characters appear when you press the keys) until you press 1. Press OPER 2.
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Page 50: Other Features
17-1111.fm Page 50 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM OTHER FEATURES USING THE MESSAGING FUNCTIONS Some cellular systems provide services that can send up to three different types of messages to your phone, including calling line ID, voice mail notification, and short (alphanumer- ic) messages. - Page 51 17-1111.fm Page 51 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Notes: • If the message stack is full (20 messages are currently stored) and the phone receives a new message, it auto- matically stores the new message and deletes the oldest message in the stack.
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Page 52: Using The Phone With Handsfree Equipment
17-1111.fm Page 52 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 2. To view another message, repeatedly press scroll backwards) or (to scroll forwards) until that message appears. 3. When you finish, press tion. Deleting Messages To delete an individual message , recall that message, then hold down until the phone displays To delete all messages in the stack , while viewing any mes-... -
Page 53: Using The Call Timers
17-1111.fm Page 53 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING THE CALL TIMERS Your phone has three call timers that let you check the length of your calls (“air time”): • Individual call timer — times each call you make or answer in minutes and seconds, and automatically resets each time you make or answer a call or turn off the phone. - Page 54 17-1111.fm Page 54 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM If you press during a call, the air time of the call flashes on the display until you clear the display or end the call. Note: To set your phone so it displays the individual call timer automatically, see “Turning the Automatic Call Timer On/Off”...
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Page 55: Selecting The Active Phone Number
17-1111.fm Page 55 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM SELECTING THE ACTIVE PHONE NUMBER If you subscribe to two cellular services (for example, com- petitive cellular systems in your area or cellular systems in different cities), your dealer programs your phone with two different phone numbers. -
Page 56: Setting The Cellular System Type
17-1111.fm Page 56 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Notes: • Calls can be made on your phone from only one phone number at a time, and you cannot activate the other phone number while a call is in progress. •... - Page 57 17-1111.fm Page 57 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Your phone’s selectable system registration function lets you select one of six possible roaming modes: Roaming Mode Description Standard Mode — the phone first seeks a home type system, then it seeks a non-home type. If you are using a type A (non-wireline) home system If you are using a type B (wireline) home system Invert Preference Mode —...
- Page 58 17-1111.fm Page 58 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Displaying the Currently Selected System Type To display the system type currently selected on your phone, press . The currently selected system type (such as ) appears for about 8 seconds. To clear the display Std BA sooner, press Selecting the Cellular System Type...
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Page 59: Roaming
17-1111.fm Page 59 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM ROAMING In some areas, the cellular system’s computer automatically recognizes roaming telephones. In other areas, you must contact the service provider before it can recognize your phone. The operator needs to know your telephone number, your phone’s ESN (Electronic Serial Number), and how you plan to pay for your calls. - Page 60 17-1111.fm Page 60 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Notes: • Enable PIN dialing on your phone only if it is required by your cellular provider. • You must store your PIN in memory 07, otherwise your phone cannot properly make calls through your cellular system.
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Page 61: Using Touch-Tone Services
17-1111.fm Page 61 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING TOUCH-TONE SERVICES To use your cellular phone to control answering machines and special telephone services (such as bank-by-phone or voicemail), simply enter touch-tone commands using your phone’s keypad after the service answers (and when prompt- ed). -
Page 62: Calling Card Dialing
17-1111.fm Page 62 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM CALLING CARD DIALING To use your cellular phone to dial long distance numbers with a calling card number, you can simply dial as you usually would (for example, dial 0 and the telephone number then press , then enter your calling card number when you hear the prompt). - Page 63 17-1111.fm Page 63 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 6. Within 8 seconds, press ory location number (01–50) where you want to store the card sequence, or press first unused memory location. to prompt you for the next step. Note: If you are unable to complete this step within 8 seconds, the display goes blank.
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Page 64: Resetting The Phone
17-1111.fm Page 64 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM RESETTING THE PHONE USING MASTER RESET Master reset lets you enter the phone’s preset security code (000000) and reset all of the phone’s special functions to their default settings (see “Menu Functions List” on Page 24), but it does not clear any information you stored in memory. -
Page 65: Using Master Clear
17-1111.fm Page 65 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM USING MASTER CLEAR Master clear lets you enter the preset security code (000000) to do the following: • Reset all of the phone’s special functions to their default settings (see “Menu Functions List” on Page 24) •... -
Page 66: Troubleshooting
17-1111.fm Page 66 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM TROUBLESHOOTING If the phone’s power does not come on or stay on: • Make sure the battery is properly installed and charged. • Be sure that the contacts on the battery are clean. If they are not, clean them with a soft cloth or pencil eraser. -
Page 67: Safety Information
17-1111.fm Page 67 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM SAFETY INFORMATION TRAFFIC SAFETY • Do not use a handheld phone while driving a vehicle. If using a handheld phone, park the vehicle before taking or making a call. • Always secure the phone in its holder; do not place the phone on the passenger seat or where it can break loose in a collision or sudden stop. -
Page 68: Emergency Calls
17-1111.fm Page 68 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM • Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explo- sive materials in the same compartment as a cellular phone or any of its parts or accessories. • Only qualified personnel should install or service the phone in a vehicle. -
Page 69: Fcc Regulations
17-1111.fm Page 69 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM You might not be able to make emergency calls on all cellular phone networks or when certain network services or phone features are set. Check with your local service providers. FCC REGULATIONS A cellular phone might cause TV or radio interference, even when it is operating properly. -
Page 70: Care And Maintenance
17-1111.fm Page 70 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack CT-502 Flip-Style Handheld Cellular Tele- phone with Silent Vibrating Alert is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your phone so you can enjoy it for years. -
Page 71: Specifications
17-1111.fm Page 71 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: ... 5 Weight (with Supplied Battery): ... 7.7 oz Transmitting Power: ... 0.6W + 2dB – 4dB Operating Voltage: ... µ5.2–7.5 DC Internal battery:... 6.0V DC Input to AC charger: ... 110V AC Frequency Band: ... - Page 72 17-1111.fm Page 72 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM 4400585 4668917 4827507 5018188 D270835 4670747 4829274 5020091 D271491 4672502 4837534 5020092 Re31470 4680787 D301476 5020093 4431977 4681476 4843621 5028083 4434461 4683585 4845772 5028859 4455534 4692726 D302015 5029044 4462098 4704588 4851966 5029233 D275951 D292578...
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Page 73: Display Message Glossary
17-1111.fm Page 73 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM DISPLAY MESSAGE GLOSSARY Message Description NN’ Memory scrolling is active (where NN is the memory number) Shows a pause stored in memory Alpha or STO Prompts you to press the “alpha” keys or Auto Ansr Automatic answer... - Page 74 17-1111.fm Page 74 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Message Description NoNames No names are stored in memory Stored Emergcy Call Emergency dialing display setting (appears with On or Off) Full Memory is full or the requested memory block is unavailable Home system-type selected Home Indiv Timer...
- Page 75 17-1111.fm Page 75 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Message Description Ring Only Ring only alert type Non-wireline A system-type Scan A selected Scan AB A then B scan system-type selected Scan B Wireline B scan system-type selected Scan BA B then A scan system-type selected Call screening function Call Rcv...
- Page 76 17-1111.fm Page 76 Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:23 PM Limited One-Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in mate- rial and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of pur- chase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.
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