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TAD Features

Digital Volume Control — lets you pre-

 

 

 

 

cisely adjust the speakerphone and

 

Day/Time Stamp — records the day

message playback.

 

and time each message was recorded.

 

 

 

 

 

Two Pre-recorded Messages — gives

 

 

 

 

 

you the option of using one of two pre-

 

 

 

 

 

recorded outgoing messages or record-

 

 

 

 

 

ing your own.

 

 

 

 

 

Announcement Only — lets you play

 

 

 

 

 

an announcement for callers to hear,

 

 

 

 

 

without recording their messages.

 

 

 

 

 

Message Counter — shows the num-

 

 

 

 

 

ber of messages the TAD has recorded.

 

 

 

 

 

Programmable PIN — you can set a

 

 

 

 

 

two-digit personal identification number

 

 

 

 

 

(PIN) for secure remote operation.

 

 

 

 

 

Call Screening — lets you listen as a

 

 

 

 

 

caller leaves a message so you can de-

 

 

 

 

 

cide whether or not to answer the call.

 

 

 

 

 

Memo Recording — lets you leave

 

 

 

 

 

messages for yourself or others in your

 

 

 

 

 

home or office. You can also record your

 

 

 

 

 

phone conversation.

 

 

 

 

 

Phone Pick-Up Detection — stops re-

 

 

 

 

 

cording when you pick up any phone on

 

 

 

 

 

the same line as the TAD, and resets to

 

 

 

 

 

answer the next call.

 

 

 

 

 

Adjustable Ring Number — lets you

 

 

 

 

 

set the TAD to answer after three or five

 

 

 

 

 

rings.

 

 

 

 

 

Toll-Saver— lets you avoid unneces-

 

 

 

 

 

sary charges when you call by long

 

 

 

 

 

distance to check your messages.

 

 

 

 

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Contents TAD-725 Fm Page 2 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 247 PM Features Telephone FeaturesTAD Features Digital Volume Control lets you preRead this Before Installation FCC StatementContents Replacing the Battery Pack FCC Wants You to Know Mounting the Phone InstallationOn a Desk Top On a Wall Plate or Wall Connecting and Charging the Battery Pack Setting the Dialing Mode Setting the Ringer TONE/VOLUME Turning the BASE’S Ringer on and OFFSetting the Number of Rings Setting the DAY/TIMEFm Page 14 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 247 PM Setting the Handset Volume Telephone OperationMaking and Receiving Calls with the Handset Selecting ChannelUsing Both Handset Speakerphone Switching Between the Handset and SpeakerphoneUsing Flash Using Redial PagingMemory Dialing Storing a Number in MemoryUsing a Headset Chain-Dialing Service NumbersTesting Stored Emergency Numbers Entering a PauseFm Page 20 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 247 PM TAD Operation Setting the Record TimeRECORDING/DELETING AN Outgoing Message Setting the TAD to Answer Calls Screening CallsRecording Incoming Messages Recording a MemoRecording a Conversation Playing MessagesAdjusting the TAD’S Volume Deleting MessagesUsing Remote Commands Using the TOLL-SAVERRemote Operation Repeat current message Troubleshooting Fm Page 28 Tuesday, February 23, 1999 247 PM Care and Maintenance Replacing Battery Pack FCC Wants YOU to Know LightningRadioShack

TAD-725 specifications

The Radio Shack TAD-725 is an advanced telephone answering device that became popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It embodies a range of features that cater to both functionality and user convenience, making it a staple for many households during its time.

One of the standout characteristics of the TAD-725 is its digital recording capability. Unlike older tape-based answering machines, the TAD-725 utilizes digital technology to store messages, ensuring a more reliable and clearer audio quality. This shift not only enhances sound fidelity but also reduces the wear and tear associated with traditional tape mechanisms, leading to a longer lifespan for the device.

The TAD-725 is designed to accommodate up to 60 minutes of recording time. This ample capacity allows users to receive multiple messages without the worry of running out of storage space. The device also features a customizable announcement function, allowing users to record a personal greeting that can provide callers with a warm and familiar touch.

User-friendliness is another hallmark of the TAD-725. It includes an intuitive interface with easy-to-use controls, such as buttons for playback, recording, and deleting messages. Additionally, a built-in LCD screen displays important information like the number of messages received and the current status of the unit, further enhancing user experience.

The TAD-725 also comes equipped with features such as call screening, allowing users to listen to messages as they are being recorded in real-time. This feature is particularly useful for determining the importance of calls and deciding whether to intercept. The device includes a date and time stamp on recorded messages, granting users the ability to keep track of when messages were left, which offers additional context and organization.

Another technological aspect is the TAD-725’s compatibility with a variety of telephone systems. It connects easily to both landlines and certain digital phone services, making it a versatile addition to any home. Furthermore, the unit boasts a battery backup feature, ensuring that it remains operational even during power outages, so users never miss an important message.

In conclusion, the Radio Shack TAD-725 telephone answering machine encompasses a blend of reliability, clarity, and user-friendliness. Its digital recording capabilities, ample storage, and features such as call screening and battery backup make it a notable device in the evolution of communication technology. Even today, it remains a reference point for the standards of answering machines from its time.
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