Radio Shack TAD-728 owner manual Call Waiting Options

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Call Waiting Options

Call Waiting Options Services provide you with several choices for how to handle the second call.

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Description

 

 

 

 

Switch Caller

Switch between a waiting caller and a first caller.

 

You can repeat as often as you like.

 

 

Hold Message

A waiting caller hears a prerecorded message

 

stating that you will be available shortly, and is

 

put on hold. When you are ready to answer,

 

select the Switch Caller option.

 

 

Busy Message

A prerecorded message indicates you are too

 

busy to take a call, and the waiting call is discon-

 

nected.

 

 

Caller to V. Mail

Send a waiting caller to your phone company’s

 

Voice Mail service.

 

Note: Voice Mail is a service available from

 

some telephone companies. A call for a sub-

 

scriber can be kept at the telephone company

 

and retrieved later on by calling the special num-

 

ber and entering the caller’s phone number and

 

code number. Check with your telephone com-

 

pany to determine if this service is available.

 

 

Link Callers

Allows you to speak with your first and second

 

callers to have a 3-way conference call.

 

During a conference call, you can:

 

Drop Caller 1; hang up on the 1st caller and

 

continue with the 2nd.

 

Drop Caller 2; hang up on the 2nd caller and

 

continue with the 1st.

 

 

Drop & Switch

Disconnects the active call (caller on the dis-

 

play), and connects automatically to the remain-

 

ing caller.

 

 

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Contents TAD-728 With Caller ID/Call Waiting ID and Digital Answering SystemFeatures Telephone FeaturesTAD Features Important Caller ID Information Read this Before Installation FCC StatementImportant Safety Instructions Installation Contents Replacing the Battery Pack FCC Wants You to Know Mounting the Phone InstallationOn a Desk On a Wall Plate or Wall Connecting Charging Battery Pack Charge! Battery low flashes on Setting the Ringers Setting Dialing ModeTurning the Ringers On or Off Using Auto Talk Setting Caller ID/ Call Waiting ON/OFF OptionsSetting the Handsets Ringer Volume On and OffStoring Your Area Code Adjusting Handset Volume OUT-OF-RANGE SignalUsing Redial Telephone OperationUsing Flash Using the IntercomUsing the Directory Paging from Base to the HandsetPaging from Handset to the Base Storing a Name and NumberDialing a Stored Number Editing an EntryUsing a Headset Testing Stored Emergency NumbersDeleting an Entry Entering a PauseFm Page 22 Thursday, August 26, 1999 853 AM Caller ID Operation Reviewing Caller ID RecordsCall Waiting Options Callers ListReviewing the Callers List No callsSaved calls = New calls =Dialing Numbers Using the Callers List Deleting Caller ID RecordsStoring a Caller ID Record in the Directory Shows No callsCaller ID Messages Private namePrivate number Unknown name Unknown number Forwarded callUsing Call Waiting Options Services Switch Caller option againCall Waiting Options Setting the Number of Rings Using the Handset to Control the TADTAD Operation Setting the DAY Time Selecting AN Outgoing Message Setting the TAD to Answer Calls Screening Calls Recording a MemoUsing the Base Using the HandsetPlaying Messages Adjusting the Tads Volume Deleting MessagesAccessing the TAD Remotely Using the TOLL-SAVERRemote Operation Delete the current Troubleshooting Recharge! Battery lowFm Page 39 Thursday, August 26, 1999 853 AM Set REC Time to 1 or Care and Maintenance Replacing Battery Pack FCC Wants YOU to Know LightningRadioShack

TAD-728 specifications

The Radio Shack TAD-728 is a versatile and user-friendly cassette answering machine that gained popularity in the late 20th century. Designed with both functionality and convenience in mind, the TAD-728 is a staple for those who relied on analog technology for their communication needs.

One of the main features of the TAD-728 is its ability to record and store incoming messages onto cassette tapes. This analog medium not only provided a robust sound quality but also made it easy for users to manage their messages, as one could quite literally see the tape running. The device boasts a maximum record time of around 30 minutes, offering ample time for users to receive and store their messages.

The TAD-728 is equipped with a built-in microphone, allowing users to record personal announcements or messages. This feature was especially useful for businesses wishing to convey specific information to callers. Additionally, the machine includes an adjustable volume control, enabling users to customize the playback according to their environment.

Subscribers of the TAD-728 could also benefit from its call screening feature. This capability allowed users to listen to incoming messages as they were being recorded, thereby giving them the option to pick up the call if necessary. Such a feature not only enhanced communication but also provided a sense of control over incoming calls, a crucial aspect for both personal and business use.

The TAD-728 is powered by standard AA batteries or can be plugged directly into a power outlet, making it a portable and flexible solution for various settings. Its compact design, with a lightweight build, ensured that it could fit seamlessly into any home or office space without taking up too much room.

In terms of technology, the TAD-728 incorporates reliable tape technology that was standard in the late 80s and early 90s. It is compatible with various cassette tape formats, affording users the choice of using different brands or tape types depending on their preference.

Overall, the Radio Shack TAD-728 remains a significant piece of technology, characterized by its straightforward design and practical features, providing users with an effective solution for managing their communications in an era before digital dominance. Its legacy epitomizes a time when answering machines were an integral part of home and business life.