Radio Shack 1500 Resetting Telephone, Making Connections, Installing the Phone on a Desk

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4.Replace the cover and secure it with the screw.

Note: The telephone automatically tests the batteries each time it receives a call. If appears on the display or the display dims, replace the batteries.

Important: When you replace the bat- teries, have fresh batteries on hand before you begin. You must install fresh batteries within 2 minutes after removing the old batteries. Otherwise, you might lose all the information stored in the phone’s memory.

RESETTING THE

TELEPHONE

Before you use the telephone the first time, or to clear all the stored informa- tion from the telephone at any time, press RESET using a pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip.

MAKING THE

CONNECTIONS

Your System 1500 connects to a mod- ular phone jack. Choose a location for your phone that is near a modular phone jack and away from normal ac- tivities. You can place it on a desk or mount it on a wall plate or directly on a wall.

If your telephone wiring does not have a modular phone jack, you can update the wiring yourself. RadioShack stores sell the necessary jacks and adapters to convert older wiring methods to modular wiring. Or, you can have the telephone company update your tele- phone wiring for you.

Note: The USOC number of the jack to be installed is RJ11C for a base- board jack, or RJ11W for a wall jack.

Installing the Phone on a Desk

1.Plug one end of the supplied long modular cord into the TEL. LINE jack on the phone.

Note: Immediately after resetting the telephone, 12--00 AM appears on the display until you receive a call. Then the telephone company auto- matically sends the correct time to update your phone’s time display.

2.Plug the other end of the modular cord into the modular phone jack.

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Contents Caller ID System Important Information FeaturesRead this Before Installation FCC Statement Contents Installing Batteries InstallationInstalling the Phone on a Desk Resetting TelephoneMaking Connections Wall-Plate Mounting Direct Wall Mounting Connecting the Handset Setting the Dialing Mode Setting the Ringer SwitchPreparation Storing AN Area Code Receiving a Call OperationReviewing Call Records CALL-FD Caller ID Display InformationData Error Quick-Storing a Caller’s Phone Number Storing Numbers in MemoryMemory Dialing Making a CallRedialing Dialing Caller ID NumbersCare and Maintenance Lightning FCC Wants YOU to KnowRadioShack Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth, Texas

1500 specifications

The Radio Shack 1500, also known as the TRS-80 Model 100, is a revolutionary portable computer that captured the imagination of tech enthusiasts in the 1980s. Launched in 1983, this device blended portability with powerful computing capabilities, making it one of the first truly mobile personal computers.

One of the standout features of the Radio Shack 1500 is its lightweight design. Weighing in at just about 4.5 pounds, it was easy to carry, setting the standard for future portable computers. Its compact form factor, including a built-in LCD screen and keyboard, allowed users to work on the go, whether at home, in the office, or on the road.

The Radio Shack 1500 is powered by a Zilog Z80 microprocessor, which operates at 3.5 MHz. It comes equipped with 8 KB of RAM, expandable to 32 KB with additional modules. This flexibility allowed users to customize their device according to their computing needs. The machine runs on a unique operating system developed by Radio Shack, which is primarily text-based, featuring word processing and simple spreadsheet capabilities.

The built-in 300 baud modem offered early connectivity options, allowing users to dial into bulletin board systems (BBS) and share information remotely. This feature was groundbreaking for its time, enabling communication and data access in a way that was previously unavailable on portable computers.

A notable characteristic of the Radio Shack 1500 is its long battery life. The device can run for several hours on AA batteries, which was a significant advantage for users who relied on it for extended periods without access to power sources. The quality of the keyboard also garnered praise, as it was designed for comfortable typing, making it suitable for long writing sessions and data entry tasks.

In addition to its core capabilities, the Radio Shack 1500 supported various applications, including word processing, database management, and even programming. Users could write personal code in BASIC or other supported languages, enhancing its utility beyond everyday computing tasks.

Overall, the Radio Shack 1500 was more than just a portable computer; it was a tool that paved the way for the future of mobile computing. Its blend of features, lightweight design, and innovative technologies made it a cherished device among early adopters, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of personal computing. Today, it stands as a nostalgic reminder of a transformative era in technology history.