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- Page 1 43-1242.fm Page 1 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM 43-1242 Cat. No. OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. Modem Mate...
- Page 2 43-1242.fm Page 2 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM FEATURES Your RadioShack Modem Mate lets you use a fax ma- chine or computer modem with almost any corded phone. It is a must for users of laptop computers, elec- tronic notebooks, and data or fax modems.
- Page 3 43-1242.fm Page 3 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM Notes: • You need two 9-volt batteries (not supplied) to power your Modem Mate. • After installation, you must set the modem mate’s switch to VOICE/MODEM phone calls. This Modem Mate has been tested and found to comply with all applicable UL and FCC standards.
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Page 4: Installing Batteries
43-1242.fm Page 4 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM INSTALLING BATTERIES Your Modem Mate requires two 9-volt batteries for pow- er. For the best performance, we recommend you use al- kaline batteries such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-553. Follow these steps to install the batteries. - Page 5 43-1242.fm Page 5 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM If the Battery Test indicator lights dimly or does not light when you press Battery Test, replace the batteries with two fresh ones. Cautions: • Use only fresh 9-volt batteries. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or nickel cadmium), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
- Page 6 43-1242.fm Page 6 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM DATA/FAX MODEM OPERATION Follow these steps to use the Modem Mate to connect your modem or fax machine to the phone line. illustration 1. Plug the device’s modular telephone cord into the Modem Mate’s...
- Page 7 43-1242.fm Page 7 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM 5. Set VOICE/MODEM MODEM sensitivity level. 6. Set the switch on the back of the Modem Mate Level illustration 7. With the phone’s handset still off the hook, give your computer or fax machine the command to dial the desired phone number.
- Page 8 43-1242.fm Page 8 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM • If the battery power is becoming weak, you might need to set to the next higher position. Level 8. When you finish the data transmission, hang up the handset, and set...
- Page 9 43-1242.fm Page 9 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM RECORDING AND PLAYING CALLS You can connect a tape recorder to your Modem Mate to record and play back telephone conversations. Notes: • If the tape recorder does not have a phone jack, you need an adapter.
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Page 10: Recording Calls
43-1242.fm Page 10 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM RECORDING CALLS Follow theses steps to connect the Modem Mate to the tape recorder and the telephone. 1. Unplug the telephone’s handset cord from the phone’s base. Then plug the handset cord into the Modem Mate’s... - Page 11 43-1242.fm Page 11 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM PLAYING CALLS Follow these steps to play a recording through your tele- phone’s handset. 1. Unplug the telephone’s handset cord from the phone’s base. Then plug the handset cord into the Modem Mate’s...
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Page 12: Maintenance
43-1242.fm Page 12 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack Modem Mate is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the Modem Mate so you can enjoy it for years. - Page 13 43-1242.fm Page 13 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM Use only fresh batteries of the recommended size and type. Always remove old or weak batteries, which can leak chemicals that de- stroy electronic circuits. Keep the Modem Mate away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts.
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Page 14: The Fcc Wants You To Know
43-1242.fm Page 14 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW In the unlikely event that your Modem Mate causes prob- lems on the phone line, the phone company can discon- tinue your service. The phone company attempts to notify you in advance. - Page 15 43-1242.fm Page 15 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM LIGHTNING Your Modem Mate has built-in protection circuits to re- duce the risk of damage from surges in phone and power line current. These protection circuits meet or exceed FCC requirements. However, lightning striking the phone line or power lines can damage your Modem Mate.
- Page 16 43-1242.fm Page 16 Wednesday, August 18, 1999 9:16 AM RadioShack Limited Warranty This telephone product is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.