Radio Shack ET-542 - Manual (Page 15)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
We do not expect you to have any
problems with your telephone, but if
you do, the following suggestions
might help. If you still have problems,
check other phones on the same line
to see if they work properly. If they do
and the problem does not seem to be
with your phone service, take your
phone to your local RadioShack store
for assistance.
Problem: The handset does not
work.
Solutions:
• Move the handset closer to the
base.
• Place the base’s antenna in a ver-
tical position.
• Be sure the phone line cord and
AC adapter are correctly and
securely connected.
• Be sure the battery is properly
installed and securely connected.
• Be sure the battery is charged.
• Return the handset to the base for
5 seconds, then try again.
Problem: Volume drops or you hear
unusual sounds.
Solution: Someone has picked up an-
other phone on the same line. Hang
up the other phone.
Problem: Call is noisy.
Solutions:
• Press CH to switch to another
channel.
• Do not install the base near appli-
ances or large metal objects.
• Hang up and redial the number.
• Keep the handset away from inter-
ference sources such as comput-
ers, remote control toys, wireless
microphones, wireless alarm sys-
tems, wireless intercoms and
room monitors, fluorescent lights,
and electrical appliances. If the
interference is severe, turn off the
interfering device.
Problem: The handset’s range de-
creases.
Solutions:
• Place the base’s antenna in a ver-
tical position.
• Return the handset to the base
and recharge the battery.
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