Radio Shack 900MHz Answering Machine User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
We do not expect you to have any problems with your phone, but if you do, the follow-
ing suggestions might help.
Problem Suggestion
The phone does not work or
works poorly.
Be sure the base’s phone line cord and AC adapter are
correctly and securely connected.
Be sure the handset’s battery pack is charged.
Return the handset to the base for a few seconds to reset
the security-access protection code.
The handset stops working
or works poorly during a
call.
Move the handset closer to the base.
Lift the base’s antenna to a vertical position.
Be sure the handset’s battery pack is charged.
Low volume or unusual
sounds.
Someone has picked up another phone on the same line.
Hang up the other phone.
Severe noise interference. Keep the handset and base away from computers, remote
control toys, wireless microphones, alarm systems, inter-
coms, room monitors, fluorescent lights, and electrical
appliances.
Move to another location or turn off the source of interfer-
ence.
Press
CH
to change the channel.
Hang up and redial the number.
The phone cannot be oper-
ated at a useful distance
from the base because the
signal becomes weak or
noisy (handset’s range has
decreased).
Lift the base’s antenna to a vertical position.
Be sure neither antenna is touching a metal surface.
Recharge the battery pack.
The handset battery pack
does not charge.
Check the charging contacts on the handset and base. If
they are dirty, clean them with a pencil eraser.
Be sure the handset is properly seated on the base.
• Replace the battery pack (see “Replacing the Battery
Pack” on Page 30).