Radio Shack Modem 43 1242 User Guide

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Cat. No. 43-1242  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
Please read before using this equipment.  
Modem Mate  
 
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Notes:  
• You need two 9-volt batteries (not supplied) to power  
your Modem Mate.  
• After installation, you must set the modem mate’s  
VOICE/MODEM  
VOICE  
to make normal  
switch to  
phone calls.  
This Modem Mate has been tested and found to comply  
with all applicable UL and FCC standards.  
We recommend you record your Modem Mate’s serial  
number here. The number is on the bottom of the Modem  
Mate.  
Serial Number: ___________________________  
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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.  
illustration  
1. Press the tab and lift the battery compartment cover  
to remove it.  
2. Insert the batteries into the compartment on top of  
the ribbon, according to the polarity symbols (+ and –  
) marked inside the compartment.  
3. Replace the cover.  
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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.  
• If you do not plan to use the Modem Mate for an  
extended period, remove the batteries. Batteries can  
leak chemicals that can damage electronic devices.  
• Always dispose of old batteries properly.  
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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  
Modem Mate’s  
jack.  
2. Unplug the telephone’s handset cord from the tele-  
phone base. Then plug the handset cord into the  
HANDSET  
Modem Mate’s  
jack.  
3. Plug the Modem Mate’s coiled cord into the tele-  
phone’s handset jack.  
VOICE/MODEM  
VOICE  
, then pick up the phone  
4. Set  
to  
to be sure you hear a dial tone.  
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5. Set VOICE/MODEM to MODEM, so you can set the  
sensitivity level.  
6. Set the Level switch on the back of the Modem Mate  
to 2.  
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.  
Notes:  
• The handset must be left off the hook when any  
data is being transmitted.  
• If you have the handset off the hook too long  
before dialing, the phone company sends error  
tones. If this happens, put the handset on the hook  
for a few seconds, then remove it and redial.  
• If you have trouble making a connection, set Level  
to 1 (the lowest sensitivity setting) and try again. If  
you still have problems, try setting Level to 3 or 4.  
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• If the battery power is becoming weak, you might  
need to set Level to the next higher position.  
8. When you finish the data transmission, hang up the  
handset, and set VOICE/MODEM back to VOICE.  
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RECORDING AND PLAYING  
CALLS  
You can connect a tape recorder to your Modem Mate to  
record and play back telephone conversations.  
Notes:  
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• If the tape recorder does not have a /8-inch micro-  
phone jack, you need an adapter. RadioShack stores  
sell adapters for several different size plugs.  
• Batteries are not needed for recording and playing  
back telephone conversations.  
• You can only record telephone calls made from the  
telephone that the Modem Mate is connected to.  
Important: It is illegal in some areas to record phone  
conversations without the consent of all parties to the  
conversation, including the phone company. For more in-  
formation, check the laws in your area.  
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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  
HANDSET  
Modem Mate’s  
jack.  
2. Plug the Modem Mate’s coiled cord into the tele-  
phone’s handset jack.  
3. Plug one end of the supplied patch cord into the  
Rec  
Modem Mate’s  
jack.  
4. Plug the other end of the patch cord into the tape  
recorder’s external microphone jack.  
VOICE/MODEM  
VOICE  
.
5. Set  
to  
6. When you want to record, set the tape recorder to  
record. When you have finished recording, press the  
STOP  
tape recorder’s  
button.  
Note: If you use a voice activated (VOX) tape recorder,  
you can leave it set to record. Then, when you pick up  
the telephone handset, the recorder automatically  
records both sides of the conversation.  
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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  
HANDSET  
Modem Mate’s  
jack.  
2. Plug the Modem Mate’s coiled cord into the tele-  
phone’s handset jack.  
3. Plug one end of the supplied patch cord into the  
Play  
Modem Mate’s  
jack.  
4. Plug the other end of the patch cord into the tape  
recorder’s earphone jack.  
5. If desired, call the person you want to play the  
recording for.  
6. Set the tape recorder to play the recording.  
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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.  
Keep the Modem Mate dry. If it gets wet, wipe  
it off immediately. Liquids might contain min-  
erals that can corrode the electronic circuits.  
Use and store the Modem Mate only in nor-  
mal temperature environments. Temperature  
extremes can shorten the life of electronic de-  
vices, damage batteries, and distort or melt  
plastic parts.  
Handle the Modem Mate gently and carefully.  
Dropping it can damage circuit boards and  
can cause the Modem Mate to work improp-  
erly.  
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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.  
Wipe the Modem Mate with a damp cloth oc-  
casionally to keep it looking new. Do not use  
harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong  
detergents.  
CLEANER  
Modifying or tampering with the Modem Mate’s internal  
components can cause a malfunction and might invali-  
date its warranty and void your FCC authorization to use  
it. If the Modem Mate is not performing as it should, take  
it to your local RadioShack store for assistance. If the  
trouble is harming the telephone lines, the telephone  
company might ask you to disconnect your Modem Mate  
until you have resolved the problem.  
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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. If advance notice is not practical, the  
phone company notifies you of your right to file a com-  
plaint with the FCC.  
Also, the phone company can make changes to its lines,  
equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect  
the operation of your Modem Mate. The phone company  
notifies you of these changes in advance, so you can  
take the necessary steps to prevent interruption of your  
phone service.  
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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.  
Lightning damage is not common. Nevertheless, if you  
live in an area that has frequent electrical storms, we  
suggest that you unplug your Modem Mate during storms  
to reduce the possibility of damage.  
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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. Within this period bring your RadioShack  
sales slip as proof-of-purchase date to any RadioShack store.  
This warranty does not cover damage or failure caused by or attribut-  
able 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  
RadioShack Authorized Service Facility, or transportation costs.  
RadioShack is not responsible or liable for indirect, special, or  
consequential damages arising out of or in connection 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, RadioShack 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 limitation(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  
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RadioShack  
A Division of Tandy Corporation  
Fort Worth, Texas 76102  
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Printed in Hong Kong  
 

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