12 best digital answering systems

Product description

2 handset 2-line Answering system with dual caller ID features deck 6. 0 digital technology, handset and base speakerphones, mailboxes for each line, and, message time and date stamps.

• 2-line operation: conference between an outside line and up to 2 cordless handsets, expandable up to 12 handsets
• Digital Answering system with voice guide records up to 13 minutes
• 50 Name and number Caller ID history
• Intercom between handsets and base unit
• Trilingual prompts: choose between English, Spanish and French

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VTech DS6151-2 2-Line Expandable Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System

2-Line Operation

Two line operation allows you to dial and receive calls on two different phone lines with one phone.

Digital Answering System

With 13 minutes of recording time, the digital answering system answers the call when you can’t. Includes a mailbox for each line.

Handset Base and Speakerphone

With the touch of a button, the base and handset speakerphones makes hands-free conversations easy.

50 Name and Number Phonebook

Store and dial your 50 most frequently called numbers.

Blue Backlit Keypad and Display

Backlit keypad and display make it easy to dial in low-light situations.

Call Waiting

Know who's calling with caller ID/call waiting. Handset displays the name, number, time and date of incoming calls.

DECT 6.0 Digital Technology

DECT 6.0 digital technology provides one of the best sound quality, security and range in cordless phones.

Expandable System

Expandable up to 12 handsets using only one phone jack—uses VTech DS6101 accessory handsets.

Product description

See, hear and make calls with ease with the AT&T CL82407 Deck 6. 0 expandable answering system with smart call Blocker and unsurpassed range. With this system, you can say goodbye to unwanted calls waking you up in the middle of the night or tying up the line. Rob calls are automatically blocked from ever ringing through-even the first time. You can also permanently blacklist any number you want with one touch. The AT&T CL82407 answering system is a reliable cordless system that brings you long range, HD audio and extra features like caller ID announce and push-to-talk for effortless calls from any room in your home. Plus, the large buttons and extra-large screen make it easy to see and dial calls. Thanks to the built-in digital Answering system, can record up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements, and memos to help you stay organized.

• Digital Answering system with voice guide records up to 22 minutes
• HD audio with Equalizer for customized audio
• Backlit keypad and high-contrast LCD
• Caller ID records past 50 names and numbers.
• Smart call Blocker saves up to 1, 000 names and numbers. Voicemail waiting indicator. Message retrieval from Handset
• 50 Name and number phonebook Directory
• Unsurpassed range coverage and clarity

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AT&T DECT 6.0 technology

Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology.

Screening calls has never been easier

The handset and base announce the name of the caller, so you don't have to scramble for the handset to see who's calling.

Message counter and time stamp

Setting up your system just got easier. Talking prompts walk you through set up of your new phone's digital answering system, so you can be confident it's ready to record. The lighted display indicates how many new messages you have waiting. Time stamped messages. Digitally record up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements, and memos.

Hear the incoming calls comfortably

Choose from four preset audio profiles, or use the equalizer to personalize bass, treble, and natural tones for your individual hearing needs.

See clearly day or night

High-contrast text on the extra-large screen makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions.

Easy to dial the numbers

Enlarged font and extra-large, backlit keys make the keypad easy to use. This feature is especially helpful for those who are visually impaired.

Easy to see and dial out

The high contrast backlit LCD and lighted keypad makes reviewing your caller's incoming name and numbers easy and clear, even at night.

Talk freeely

Enjoy a speakerphone that can keep up with your calls. Increase participation by allowing both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time for conversations that are more true to life.

Leave you undisturbed

Silence the ringer on the handset and base for just a moment or for an extended period of time.

Product description

CS6629-3 Cordless Digital Answering System

• Manufacturer: Vtech

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The Clarity 40dB Amplified Cordless Phone with answering machine amplifies incoming sound up to 40 decibels, which is 20 times louder than a standard home phone. It offers a vision solution featuring the largest keypad of any cordless phone, high-contrast numbers, a backlit keypad that is easy to see at night, bright visual ringer and a large font CID display. For convenience, the phone offers a digital answering machine, where messages can be listened to through the handset or speakerphone at up to 40 decibels, plus it allows for up to 5 handsets.

• Dect 6. 0 interference-free technology
• Clearly Amplifies incoming sound up to 40Db
• Adjustable Tone control
• Digital Answering machine
• 4 Tone settings to customize listening experience

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DECT 6.0 technology

Utilizing DECT 6.0 technology for clear, interference-free communication.

See Clearly

Contoured keys with soft-touch material for comfort and backlit keypad with high contrast numbers that is easy to see at night.

Easy to Use

CID display light up as a super bright visual ringer and extra loud and clear handset speakerphone for hands-free conversations.

T-coil Technology

Hearing loop installed switch hearing aid to T-coil.

Product description

The 100-name/number directory; caller id/call waiting; automatic line selection; selectable ringtones.

• 100 Name/Number Directory
• Headset Compatible (2.5 mm jack).Make sure that the software is installed and running for your nontraditional
• Caller ID/Call Waiting Capability*
• Caller ID Displays on Handset and Base
• Up to 12 Minutes of Digital Recording Time for Each Line **
• DSL Subscribers may need to us a DSL Filter. The recording time of each message depends on the message length you set
• DSL Subscribers may need to us a DSL Filter

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Corded Telephone with Digital Answering System and Caller ID/Call Waiting

• Digital Answering System
• 2-line operation
• Caller ID/call waiting
• ClearSpeak dial-in-base speakerphone

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Motorola ML25260 2-Line Corded Phone

The Motorola ML25260 is a corded desk phone that acts as a "base" to other 2-line extension accessories. It is equipped with a full-duplex base speakerphone so you can simultaneously communicate with the caller without worrying about voice dropouts. You can pair up to 10 handsets or extension desk phones with ML25260. This desk phone is excellent to use for business offices as it supports 3-way/4-way conferencing, digital answering system, and more. *NOTE: To access the caller's name/phone number), you must subscribe first to your phone provider's Call Waiting Caller ID service.



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Troubleshooting ~ "won't charge".

Tip 1

Ensure that the cords (power and telephone line) are plugged into the channels on the bottom of the base/charger. If the cords are not properly installed, the base may not sit level. This can cause the phone not to make contact with the base and the handset will not charge.

Ensure that your cordless handset is cradled properly.  When placing the handset in the charging base, confirm that the charge contacts on the handset and base are making a good connection. The CHARGE light on the telephone handset will be on when the handset is charging.

Tip 2

For mulit handset systems:

To determine if the handset or charger is defective, place the handset in another charger or base.  If the charge light comes on, replace the defective charger.  If the base is defective, replace the whole unit.

For single handset systems or when all HS's are affected follow the steps below:

If the handset is not responding normally, you may need to reset your telephone system. Complete the following steps to reset the telephone system:
Step 1: Disconnect the power to the telephone base.
Step 2: Disconnect the handset battery(s).
Step 3:Wait a few minutes and then reconnect the power to the telephone base.
Step 4: Reconnect the handset battery(s).
Step 5: Wait about one minute for the handset to re-establish a link with the telephone base and then test the phone again.

NOTE: After resetting the telephone system, you will need to reset the clock:

Step 1 When the phone is not in use, press MENU/SELECT.
Step 2 Press ▲DIR or ▼CID  until you see >SET DATE/TIME.
Step 3 Press MENU/SELECT.  Use the dialing keys to set the month date and year.
Step 4 Press MENU/SELECT.  Use the dialing keys to set the hour and minute; then press ▲DIR or ▼CID  to select AM or PM.
Step 5 Press MENU/SELECT  to confirm your settings.  Press and hold OFF/CANCEL to return to the idle screen.

Tip 3

Dirty charge contacts on the telephone base and handset could prevent the batteries from charging. Clean the handset and base charge contacts using a pencil eraser or a cloth to eliminate deposit accumulation.

Tip 4

Confirm proper installation of the telephone base power supply and handset battery. You should only use the power supply provided with your telephone. Make sure the power supply is not connected to an electrical outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. Confirm that the electrical outlet that the telephone is plugged into is working.

Tip 5

Ensure that the battery cover is installed correctly. When correctly installed, the batttery cover should be flush with the handset. If there are any spaces or gaps around the battery cover, the unit may not charge properly.

Tip 6

If the battery is less than 1 year old and talk time is less than 3 hours, replace the battery.  If the battery is more than 1 year old and there is an issue with the battery, customer may need to purchase a new battery.

Troubleshooting ~ won't charge.

Tip 1

Ensure that the cords (power and telephone line) are plugged into the channels on the bottom of the base/charger. If the cords are not properly installed, the base may not sit level. This can cause the phone not to make contact with the base and the handset will not charge.

Ensure that your cordless handset is cradled properly.  When placing the handset in the charging base, confirm that the charge contacts on the handset and base are making a good connection. The CHARGE light on the telephone handset will be on when the handset is charging.

Tip 2

For mulit handset systems:

To determine if the handset or charger is defective, place the handset in another charger or base.  If the charge light comes on, replace the defective charger.  If the base is defective, replace the whole unit.

For single handset systems or when all HS's are affected follow the steps below:

If the handset is not responding normally, you may need to reset your telephone system. Complete the following steps to reset the telephone system:
Step 1: Disconnect the power to the telephone base.
Step 2: Disconnect the handset battery(s).
Step 3:Wait a few minutes and then reconnect the power to the telephone base.
Step 4: Reconnect the handset battery(s).
Step 5: Wait about one minute for the handset to re-establish a link with the telephone base and then test the phone again.

NOTE: After resetting the telephone system, you will need to reset the clock:

Step 1 When the phone is not in use, press MENU/SELECT.
Step 2 Press ▲DIR or ▼CID  until you see >SET DATE/TIME.
Step 3 Press MENU/SELECT.  Use the dialing keys to set the month date and year.
Step 4 Press MENU/SELECT.  Use the dialing keys to set the hour and minute; then press ▲DIR or ▼CID  to select AM or PM.
Step 5 Press MENU/SELECT  to confirm your settings.  Press and hold OFF/CANCEL to return to the idle screen.

Tip 3

Dirty charge contacts on the telephone base and handset could prevent the batteries from charging. Clean the handset and base charge contacts using a pencil eraser or a cloth to eliminate deposit accumulation.

Tip 4

Confirm proper installation of the telephone base power supply and handset battery. You should only use the power supply provided with your telephone. Make sure the power supply is not connected to an electrical outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. Confirm that the electrical outlet that the telephone is plugged into is working.

Tip 5

Ensure that the battery cover is installed correctly. When correctly installed, the batttery cover should be flush with the handset. If there are any spaces or gaps around the battery cover, the unit may not charge properly.

Tip 6

If the battery is less than 1 year old and talk time is less than 3 hours, replace the battery.  If the battery is more than 1 year old and there is an issue with the battery, customer may need to purchase a new battery.

PANASONIC KX-TG633SK 6.0 PLUS 3-Handset Expandable Digital Cordless Phone with Answering System

Panasonic

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With improved range and voice clarity, the Panasonic DECT 6.0 3 Handset Cordless Phone with Answering System keeps you connected. You'll get alerts for recorded messages, whether you're at home or on the road, so you never miss an important call. Intelligent Eco Mode automatically lowers the power consumption when you're using the handset close to the base unit, extending the available talk time and prolonging battery life.

• This refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, and may arrive in a generic box

User questions & answers

Question:	Where do you purchase additional handsets
Answer:	I have no idea, check with Panasonic on their web site.
Question:	Does this have speaker
Answer:	yes I found a chart for this model which says "offers full hd upsampling" I'm sure you realize that upscaled sd sources--i.e. 480i dvds-- can only looks so good when upscaled. in other words it won't look close to true 1080p hd quality. but it will offer noticeable improvement over native 480i. hope this helps. Arkadin
Question:	Does the extra phone have to be plug to wall phone line or Bluetooth
Answer:	yes
Question:	Does this model have caller ID announcement
Answer:	Yes, it has a Netflix button on the remote and if your login is previously entered, it goes directly to your Netflix live streaming page. It's a great enhancement to the player.

Uniden DECT 6.0 Expandable 4 Handset Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System - Silver (D1780-4)

Uniden

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The D1780 Series Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System features digital DECT 6.0 for superior clarity, security and range. It has a digital answering system with a dedicated key on each handset for message retrieval when you see the message waiting indicator light. You can also retrieve your messages remotely. This phone has a 10 number speed dial and you can store up to 50 names and numbers on the caller ID and up to 100 names and numbers in the phonebook. It has ECO mode for longer battery life and the silent mode turns off all ringers if you want peace and quiet. This phone is expandable up to 12 handsets. Other features include a handset speakerphone, orange backlit LCD, intercom and call transfer, 5 number redial, and a backlit keypad.

From the Manufacturer

• Caller ID/Call Waiting
• Digital answering system
• Dedicated key on each handset for instant message retrieval
• 10 number speed dial from keypad
• Remote message retrieval

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it has a speaker on the handset as well
Answer:	The phone is powered by the phone jack, though the caller ID display is powered by three AA batteries. You do NOT need to plug it into household AC current, either directly or via a transformer.
Question:	Is there a global intercom system? Can you call ALL the phones simultaneously from any other phone
Answer:	Yes it can. I replaced a wall mounted phone, this one snapped onto the existing faceplate.There is a little gizmo that can be switched: one orientation for wall mount, one for desk placement; the wall mount position protrudes upward and allows the phone to 'hang' on it.
Question:	I have a very old Uniden now and it has an alarm clock feature on the hand sets that I really like. Does this phone have that
Answer:	Yes it can be turned off and not ring at all
Question:	Is there a headset jack
Answer:	NO, this phone does not allow you to change cords out. You would have to open up the phone (possibly breaking it ) to remove old cord and hard wire in a new one. A lot of these new corded phones from china are like this. So once the old cord is ruined you'll need a new phone.

Panasonic DECT 6.0 Plus Cordless Amplified Phone with Digital Answering System Expandable to 6 Handsets Talking Caller ID – 2 Handsets Included (KX-TG6592T),Titanium Black

Panasonic

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Product description

• DECT 6.0 Plus Technology
• All-digital answering machine
• Intelligent Eco Mode.Frequency:1.9 GHz
• Tone Equalizer. Channels - 60 Channels. Base Dimensions H x W x D (in.): 2.5 x 5.8 x 5.2, Handset Dimensions H x W x D (in): 6.7 x 2.3 x 1.3, Charger Dimensions H x W x D (in.): 2.1 x 2.8 x 3.4
• Easy-to-see LCD with big buttons.Charge Time:7 hours. If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a DSL/ADSL filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack

User questions & answers

Question:	When using the headset is it amplified well enough to hear sources that have low volume from the other end. Support centers etc
Answer:	This phone is amplified really well. I always leave the volume as far down as it will go unless someone is not coming through very well and then I bump it up a notch or two. It is better than the average phone as far as sound coming through.
Question:	Does it play your recorded announcement out loud every time a message is left on the answering machine
Answer:	Yes I plays my recorded announcement out loud. I like most of the features except for the volume and clarity control. It's kind of fun to hear a voice telling me who is calling (frankly, in the beginning I didn't like it ).
Question:	sound amplifier on phone
Answer:	No, there is no sound amplifier. You can just adjust the volume and equalize the sound for bass and treble but the sound overall is low, lower than the old phone. Not recommended for people with hearing problems.
Question:	can you use a headphone
Answer:	Headset for this phone uses a 2.5mm male plug. Most headsets come with a 3.5mm male plug so you have to buy a 3.5mm female to 2.5mm male adapter to adapt the headset plug. There are some Panasonic headsets that already have a 2.5mm male plug but many complained that they could not hear well with them. Best to use a headset you already have that you know you like with an adapter

Product features

Expandable Cordless Phone with Easy-Read display- 2 Handsets

Panasonic's Amplified phone is designed to enable consumers with hearing loss, vision impairments and arthritis to comfortably handle and operate the handset with ease.

Features

• Listen clearly in noisy spaces with amplified handset volume
• Control the tones of caller voices for maximum clarity
• Enjoy clearer sound and longer range with DECT 6.0 Plus
• Hear who's calling with advanced Talking Caller ID
• Lower handset power consumption with Intelligent Eco Mode

AT&T CL82321 3-Handset Red Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System & Expandable to 12 Handsets

AT&T

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Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology. Screening calls has never been easier. The handset and base announce the Name of the caller, so you don't have to scramble for the handset to see who's calling. No more shouting through the house—this system doubles as a multiple-handset walkie-talkie to instantly communicate with up to 4 units in your home. Choose from four preset audio profiles, or use the equalizer to personalize bass, treble and natural tones for your individual hearing needs. Digitally record up to 14 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements and memos. Also allows for instant playback, Selective save or delete, and skipping or repeating messages from the handset and base.

• Caller ID/Call Waiting Name and number Caller ID history
• Expandable up to 12 handsets (uses 80101 accessory Handset)
• Conference between an outside line and up to 4 cordless handsets
• Compatible with AT&T cordless headset
• English/Spanish/French setup menu

User questions & answers

Question:	When i call someone, i'm showing up as no caller id...verizon's is my carrier and they say it's ok on their end. how do i fix
Answer:	The hair is noted as a red, however it does have a pink tint. Some people say that this is red and some say that this looks more pink.
Question:	what additional phone can I order to work with this phone System
Answer:	What you missing should be long screws flat washer short black stud
Question:	Does this phone work overseas
Answer:	For this product you should receive the following in the box when purchased new Chair Left and Right Arm Set Mechanism (Pedestal Part) Pedestal Tube Pedestal Base Hardware set Accessory Pack includes: Power Supply (to power the chair) Audio cable set If anything were to be missing please contact [email protected] for assistance
Question:	can you block calls
Answer:	About 2.5 ft wide. I'm 6'3" over 250 lbs and I fit comfortably in it.

Product features

AT&T CL82321 3-Handset Red Cordless Phone with Digital Answering System & Expandable to 12 Handsets

• Unsurpassed range Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology.
• Caller ID announce1 Screening calls has never been easier. The handset and base announce the name of the caller, so you don't have to scramble for the handset to see who's calling.
• Push-to-talk No more shouting through the house—this system doubles as a multiple-handset walkie-talkie to instantly communicate with up to 4 units in your home.
• HD audio with equalizer for customized audio Choose from four preset audio profiles, or use the equalizer to personalize bass, treble and natural tones for your individual hearing needs.

AT&T CD4930 Corded Phone with Digital Answering System and Caller ID, Extra-Large Tilt Display & Buttons, Black

AT&T

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With up to 25 minutes of recording time, The AT&T CD4930 corded Phone with Answering system and caller ID grabs calls when you can't. The system features a speakerphone that allows you to talk and listen without holding the handset, leaving your hands free. Caller ID entries display on a extra-large, easy-to-read LCD tilts to give you the best viewing angle of caller ID and call history records. Plus, the lighted display indicates how many new messages you have waiting. The AT&T CD4930 corded Phone with Answering system and caller ID comes features audio assist, which temporarily increases overall volume and enhances Sound frequencies that make speech easier to understand. The system also comes with an equalizer for customized audio. Choose from four preset audio profiles, which provides different emphasis of the audio spectrum. Select from profiles that emphasize bass, treble, and natural tones to meet your individual needs.

• Digitally record up to 25 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements, and memos. Also allows for instant playback, selective save or delete, and skipping or repeating messages from the handset and base.
• The speakerphone allows you to talk and listen without holding the handset, leaving your hands free, and making it easy to bring more people into the conversation.
• Backlit display
• Allows you to view the Name, number, time and date of incoming calls at a glance, even those on call waiting.
• Extra-large, easy-to-read LCD on the base tilts to give you the best viewing angle of Caller ID and call history records.

User questions & answers

Question:	Need a simple to use phone with answering machine for an elderly couple. Is this easy to use, especially listening to current and saved mesages
Answer:	Yes, it can be wall-mounted and it will be a little over 4 inches from the wall where the handset is located.
Question:	can this be wall mounted
Answer:	Abe - Yes, the base needs AC power to display Caller ID.
Question:	For 99 year old senior with slightly impaired hearing. Can hear phones with speakers but the volume has to be on max. Is this max volume loud enough
Answer:	Yes. The charger comes with it, but you do need the base for it to work. It is not a stand alone phone. I did the same as Maureen....ordered the main set and later bought two more hand sets.
Question:	Is the LCD display light always on or just when callings are coming through or in use
Answer:	If you have a digital phone line, this phone will not work. If you have POTS (Plain Old Telephone System) it will work in a power failure.