Radio Shack TAD-1026 owner manual Setting the Dialing Mode, Directly on a Wall

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Directly on a Wall

For this mounting method, you need two flat-head wood screws (not supplied) with heads that fit into the keyhole slots on the bottom of the TAD.

1. Drill two holes 315/16

3/16

inches

(100

mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

apart.

Then

thread a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

screw

(not

supplied)

 

 

 

 

 

into each hole

letting 315/

 

16

 

 

 

the

heads

 

extend

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

about 3/16 of an inch

 

 

 

 

 

(5mm) from the wall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.Plug one end of the supplied long modular cord into the TEL. LINE jack on the top of the TAD.

3.Plug the cord’s other end into a modular phone line jack.

4.Align the two screws with the key- hole slots on the bottom of the TAD. Slide the TAD down onto the screws to secure the TAD to the wall.

5.Plug one end of the supplied coiled cord into the jack on the left side of the TAD-1026. Plug the other end into the handset’s jack.

6.Insert the supplied adapter’s barrel plug into the DC 9V jack on the top of the TAD. Then plug the adapter’s other end into a standard AC outlet.

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When you first connect power, the TAD beeps once and the message counter counts up from 0 to 10. Then the TAD beeps. A1, A2, CL and 0 alternately appear to indicate that no outgoing messages are re- corded, and the day/time stamp is not set.

7.Slide the handset clip up and out of its retaining slot, rotate it 180°, then slide the clip back into its slot. Hang the handset on the base.

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SETTING THE DIALING MODE

Set T/P (tone/pulse) on the top of the TAD-1026 for the type of service you have. If you are not sure which type you have, do this test.

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Contents TAD-1026 Features Answering System FeaturesTelephone Features Read this Before Installation Contents Remote Answer-On Using Remote Commands Installing Backup Battery InstallationMounting the TAD On a Desk Top EpsiEpsi On a Wall PlateSetting the Dialing Mode Directly on a WallSetting the DAY Time Epsi IllustrationSetting the RINGER’S Volume Setting the Handset Volume Using RedialTelephone Operation Using Privacy Using FlashUsing Hold Memory Dialing Storing a Number in MemoryEntering a Pause Dialing a Stored Number Testing Stored Emergency NumbersChain-Dialing Numbers Answering System Operation Recording the Outgoing MessagesSetting the Number of Rings To Answer and Record Setting the TAD to Answer CallsRecording Incoming Messages To Announce OnlyScreening Calls Playing MessagesDeleting Messages Recording a Memo Recording a ConversationUsing Call BREAK- Through Changing the CBT CodeChanging the Remote Operation Security Code Remote Operation Remote ANSWER-ONUsing Remote Commands PressTroubleshooting Resetting the TADCare and Maintenance FCC Wants YOU to Know LightningFm Page 31 Monday, August 16, 1999 802 AM Radioshack

TAD-1026 specifications

The Radio Shack TAD-1026 is a classic cassette telephone answering device that has left a significant mark on both the nostalgia of vintage tech enthusiasts and the practical concerns of communication in the 1980s. Released during an era when the modern telephone was undergoing a digital revolution, the TAD-1026 integrated innovative technology to provide users with reliable message recording and playback capabilities directly through their home telephone lines.

One of the main features of the TAD-1026 is its built-in cassette recorder, which allows users to store incoming messages on standard cassette tapes. This analog approach, while seen as rudimentary by modern standards, was revolutionary at the time, as digital storage was not yet commonplace in consumer devices. Users could record up to 30 minutes of messages, making it convenient for handling calls when they were unable to answer the phone. The inclusion of an easy-to-use dial system for playback added to its appeal, allowing users to quickly respond to important messages.

The TAD-1026 also boasted a telephone line-powered design, eliminating the need for batteries or external power sources, which was a significant advantage for a device intended for long-term daily use. The integrated volume control enabled users to adjust playback sound, ensuring that messages could be heard clearly.

Noteworthy is the device's distinctive features aimed at enhancing user experience. It included an adjustable recording time, allowing individuals to customize how long messages could be recorded based on their preferences. Additionally, the TAD-1026 had an LED indicator to show status, such as recording or playback, which simplified the operation process.

In terms of technology, the TAD-1026 utilized a combination of solid-state circuitry and conventional tape technology, creating a device that was both durable and reliable. Its compact design allowed it to easily occupy a small desk or table space, a consideration that was particularly important in home settings.

Overall, the Radio Shack TAD-1026 remains a memorable testament to the blend of simplicity and functionality in consumer electronics of its time. Though it may seem antiquated by today’s standards, its design and capabilities laid foundational groundwork for the sophisticated voicemail technology that would follow. Whether for historical interest or practical use, the TAD-1026 exemplifies a significant era in telecommunications, serving as an important connection between past and present technologies.
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