Radio Shack 17-919 Owner's Manual

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17-919

OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.

Your RadioShack Handsfree Speakerphone Kit is easy to use. The kit turns your cellular or 

PCS phone into a speakerphone in your car or truck. Just plug it into any standard (negative 

ground) 12-volt power source, connect it to your phone, and plug in the microphone. It even 

automatically recharges the phone’s battery. 

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1. Insert the speakerphone’s plug into your 

vehicle’s 12-volt power source or 

cigarette-lighter socket. The green 

POWER indicator lights. Turn the 

speaker grill toward you to allow at least 

2 inches of clearance so you can use the 

mode switch on the back. 

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2. Plug the phone connector on the end of 

the coiled cord into the slot on the base 

of your phone, with 

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direction as the keypad. The connector 

only fits one way; do not force it. 

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3. Plug the microphone into the 

MIC

 jack.

4. Attach the supplied microphone to your 

car’s visor using the supplied visor clip or 

to your clothing using the supplied lapel 

clip. 

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To attach the microphone to the visor, 

tuck the wire into the space between the 

windshield glass and trim, or under the 

trim, whichever is easier. Run the wire 

down to the dash and around the dash 

edge, being careful not to put the wire 

where it can be pinched by the door. 

Plug the microphone’s plug into the 

MIC

jack, then point the microphone toward 

you. 

To attach the microphone to your 

clothing, attach the clip about 6 inches 

below your chin. Leave a comfortable 

length of cord between the microphone 

and the speaker. Wrap up the excess 

cord so it does not interfere with vehicle 

operation. 

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5. Turn the phone on if it has not turned on 

automatically. The speakerphone beeps 

and the POWER indicator lights. 

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You can use the speakerphone in either 

handsfree or privacy mode. To change 

modes, briefly insert your finger in the mode-

switching finger groove on the back of the 

speaker. When your finger breaks the beam, 

the indicator changes color.

In handsfree mode, the phone’s internal 

microphone and speaker are disabled and 

the phone operates like a speakerphone. The 

POWER indicator lights steadily green. You 

can talk and listen without holding the phone. 

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In privacy mode, the phone operates 

normally. The POWER indicator turns red. 

Pick up the phone and use it like any other 

handset. 

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Always wear your seat belt. Never place a phone 

where it could damage or interfere with the 

operation of any passive safety device (airbags or 

seat belts).

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Preparation

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If your vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket is 

difficult to reach, outlet adapters are available 

at your RadioShack store or online at 

RadioShack.com. 

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For safety and the best performance, hold the 

phone upright with a phone holder, available 

at RadioShack.

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To avoid system lockup, always disconnect 

the speakerphone kit from power before 

starting your vehicle.

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You might have to turn the ignition key to 

Accessory or ON to power the cigarette-

lighter socket.

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Replacement microphones are available at 

RadioShack.

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To avoid feedback, position the microphone 

so it is not directly in line with the speaker. 

You might need to turn the speaker slightly.

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Anytime the indicator is lit, power is on and 

the phone’s battery is charging.

Changing Modes

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If you are unable to make a call in handsfree 

mode, contact your phone store to update the 

phone’s software.

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Disconnecting and reconnecting the cord 

does not change the mode.

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If your cigarette-lighter socket or power outlet 

remains on when the vehicle is turned off, and 

you plan to leave your vehicle for more than a 

week, unplug the speakerphone to prevent 

excessive battery discharge and difficulty 

starting your vehicle.

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