Channel Plus DMT16 Telephone Distribution Module Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Channel Plus DMT-16 Telephone Distribution Module to rewire the phone lines in my ~50 year old house. Our old 2-line phone system had been cobbled together over the years and was plagued with lots of crosstalk and line noise that interfered with my ADSL Internet connection and even with normal telephone conversations at times. I had previously wired my home for a computer Ethernet network, but had no other significant experience with wiring prior to using the DMT-16.
I replaced all of the phone wiring with Cat 5 (actually "Cat 6"), 23 gauge, solid conductor, unshielded twisted pair computer network wiring, and added several new phone jacks using 12 of the DMT-16's 16 potential locations. We only have 2 phone lines, but the DMT-16 allows for up to 4 lines. The DMT-16 uses a type of connection called a 110 punchdown connection. The connection between the DMT-16 and the phone wire is made with a simple 110 punchdown tool (not included) that is very easy to use, and does not require stripping the insulation off of the wires. Each connection on the DMT-16 is clearly color-coded for use with computer wire making the wiring scheme easy to keep straight. I used "tooless" jacks on the other ends of the wires that don't require the punchdown tool and actually preferred the secure feel of the DMT-16's connections.
The DMT-16 includes a simple labeling system where you can clearly and easily label each wire for future reference. It has separate mounting brackets for either a dedicated rack mount or for a wall mount. The instructions were clear and useful, but they do seem to presuppose a certain preexisting level of knowledge with phone wiring. I was easily able to find any additional instructions and tips that I needed on the Internet with no other outside help.
I connected the DMT-16 to our home alarm system using its RJ-31X security system interface. Typical telephone "6P6C" jacks are often called "RJ-11" and "RJ-12" jacks (depending on how the 6P6C jack is wired), and they have 6-positions for 6-contacts. The RJ-31X security system jack uses an 8P8C computer Ethernet jack that is wired in the RJ-31X pattern for the alarm system. I had to make a cable to reach from the alarm system controller to where I wanted to place the DMT-16, but it was no harder than wiring the phone lines. When the alarm system is triggered, the RJ-31X connection on the DMT-16 allows the alarm system to "seize" the line to contact the alarm company's monitoring office. I tested the RJ-31X connector on the DMT-16 and it works fine.
The DMT-16 also adds surge protection for the phone lines, and it has indicator lights to show which lines are in use.
I found using the DMT-16 the easiest part of my rewiring project. Since wiring our house with the DMT-16 we no longer have crosstalk between the two lines, and the "sizzling bacon" line noise that we suffered from is gone. I wired the ADSL line directly from the modem to a special whole house filter/splitter in the telephone company's Network Interface Device bypassing the DMT-16 (thereby eliminating the need for DSL filters on each phone inside the house), but I did try the DSL Internet connection through the DMT-16 prior to installing the splitter and it worked fine. I recommend the Channel Plus DMT-16 Telephone Distribution Module for do-it-yourselfers.


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Philips CD4451B/37 DECT 6.0 Phone with Answering Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I almost didn't purchase this phone due the some of the poor reviews. I am so glad I gave it a try. Most of the negative reviews include such misinformation as: poor sound quality, no sound produced when depressing keys, poor battery life, etc. must have come from individuals who did not take the time to read the detailed step-by-step instructions which came with the phones. There is much information as the CD445 series phones have many great features, all which perform as advertised. Some of the really great features include the ability to plug in a headset, check and record messages on the answering machine from any phone anywhere in your home (CD4452B/37 models), screen phone calls from anywhere in your home, easily add Caller ID numbers to your phone with the press of a few buttons, speakerphone, back-lit keypad, clean modern look and solid construction. The sound quality is much more crisp than previous phones, with no ambient interference. I did a lot of research before purchasing, and we thoroughly tested before filing this review. We are very pleased with these new phones.

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Philips CD4451B/37 DECT 6.0 Phone w/ Answering Machine. With voice clarity as clear as a face to face conversation, the CD4 series puts the emotion back into a call. HD sound brings people and their feelings closer together.

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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Black Metallic Cordless Phone with Answering Machine (KX-TG6444T) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this phone for one reason and one reason only: call blocking. I was excited when I found Panasonic offered a phone with this feature as our previous Panasonic phone worked quite well (but no call blocking feature). This phone absolutely has call blocking. What Panasonic doesn't tell you upfront is that the phone will ring once before being blocked. That significant detail is buried in the specifics of the manual. Not so bad you might think? Not so. The blocking feature sends a busy signal back to the automated dialing system. The automated dialing system doing the calling instantly thinks "Ah-hah, someone home". It promptly schedules another call in 5 minutes. And so on every 5 minutes for about 40 minutes before finally giving up! I can't believe Panasonic is unaware of this. And if, as my wife noted, the phone needs time to process the caller ID information, I'd far rather it blocked the first ring of every call vs. this.

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Panasonic KX-TG9348T DECT 6.0 Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System - 2 Handsets Plus 1 Drop & Splash Resistant Handset Review

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(More customer reviews)I have gone through many brands of cordless phones in the last 10 years and this is the best.
Sound quality is crystal clear. I have many appliances and a wireless router but there is no static or other problems with the sound. (note: I have cable phone service) It is easy to change volume of phone calls during a call.
The phone handset has a clean, easy to use set of keys and menus. Many features are customizable, including the ring tones, which can be programed to a specific phone number. The talking caller ID is loud and clear. It is easy to access the voice mail from the handsets. Also nice is the shared phonebook so adding a number on one handset adds to all others. The intercom is nice to have and easy to use.
The base unit has a small footprint and easy to navigate buttons.
The "Drop & Splash Resistant" feature is not as strong as I had hoped. The plastic is not very forgiving. I believe that it will break if dropped on a hard tile floor. I have not yet tested the water resistant nature of the phone.
One odd complaint: there is no way to turn off the light on the handset when the phone is in the charger; it is pretty bright in a dark bedroom.
Overall, after using this phone for over a month, I am very pleased.


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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Expandable Titanium Digital Cordless Answering System - 3 Handset System (KX-TG9343T) Review

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(More customer reviews)After reading numerous reviews (on Amazon and other web sites) about this and many other DECT cordless phones, I ordered this system. This system is used by me and my wife. A primary consideration is that we use Vonage, which is a voice over internet protocol service provider. As a result, we needed one base unit that could be connected to the Vonage telephone modem and then have additional phones that do not require to be plugged into a phone jack. This system fit the bill. We recently moved into a three level New England home (four if you include the basement); we have used this phone system for three weeks as of this writing, and we have placed and received numerous phone calls; the base unit and one other unit are located on the second level; the third unit is located on the first level; we receive clear reliable reception on every level (including the basement) and outside in the front and back lawns. I have used the hand-free speaker option several times on each phone -- it works as advertised. The "night mode" has already come in very handy. After receiving a phone call late one night, I turned on the night mode feature -- again, it works as advertised (yes, I received another late night call, which was identified on the "missed caller" list because the phone in our bedroom did not ring). The "talking caller ID" also works fine. Sure, the voice sounds like a computer and not a real person, but that's what it is. The system identifies who is calling if that person has been added to your phone book, and that's what I expected. I tested just about every feature and this system is everything I expected -- a very good cordless DECT system. Over the past 15 years we have owned several different cordless phones (Sony, GE, Uniden, VTech and others) -- this Panasonic is definitely one of the best we've owned. We are very satisfied with our purchase and would recommend this system to our friends and family.

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Panasonic 5.8 GHZ Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System - Dual Handset System (KX-TG4322B) Review

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(More customer reviews)These are really nice phones, Here's a list some features that I really like on the phones...
Nice backilit LCD displays on each handset. Tells you if there any answering machine messages or if the line is busy. If there are messages the charging light on phone blinks too.
It has the standard any button answer when off the chargers ( 0-9 and # * )
You can set it to the Auto Talk option, Where you answer the phone by lifting it off the base and hang up by placing it back.
Both phones have hands free speakerphones built into the handsets and theres also one on the main base.
Both phones can share the line at the same time for 3 way conversations.
You can use the phones as "Walkie Talkies" either holding them as a regular handset or hands free thru the speakerphones.
Uses 2 widely available AAA NIMH batteries per phone. I had a spare set I precharged when the phones were shipped so when they arrived I put in the charged batteries and was ready to use them immediately.
Battery level and time indicator on each phone.
Clear reception, Excellent voice quality, good range. They have an automatic "Boost" feature which boosts reception when it gets weak due to wandering out of range or if there's interference.
Programing one phone automatically communicates and loads data to second phone. If you change the batteries on one phone just put it back on the charger and it will reset time, phone numbers... using the other phones info.
You can check the answering machine messages remotely or from any handset.
Some minor minuses...

Answering Machine has average sound quality. A little warbled but not too bad. The volume on the base is on the low side.
If it matters, There is no external headphone jack.

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Packed with contemporary features, the Panasonic KX-TG4322B 5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless Digital Answering Phone System includes handy call waiting and caller ID features, an all-digital answering machine with 12 minutes of recording time, a 50-station shared phonebook, and a digital handset speakerphone.
With the Panasonic answering system, you'll never miss important calls, even when the ringer is off. The integrated light-up indicator featured at the base of the handset's antenna will flash quickly when an incoming call is in progress, and will flash slowly to let you know you have a new message. Should you choose to expand the answering system to include additional handsets, each handset can be programmed to ring or simply flash at your discretion. The system is compatible with up to three additional handsets (for a total of four).
In addition to the standard call waiting feature, this system comes with call waiting caller ID2, a feature that allows you to see who's calling you if you're already taking a call. Other great features include a 50-station shared phonebook, a handy charge indicator, a backlit LCD display, and a convenient intercom feature. Providing up to five hours of cordless talk time, the handset's rechargeable Ni-MH battery offers up to 11 days of uncharged standby battery life.
What's in the Box Base station, and two handsets.

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Panasonic 5.8Ghz Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System - 4 Handset System (KX-TG4324B) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have just had this phone for a few days and I really like it. I was having problems finding a phone that was clear. Due to my Verizon dsl, clarity on the other phones I tried was not very good, but this one is great. I like that stored numbers are easily retrieved, and I don't have to go through every number until I find the one I want. The only thing that it does not have is the ability to use a head set with it. I had bought a head set at the same time, but there is no port for it on the handset. That is the only feature I miss. All in all, a great phone

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Packed with contemporary features, the Panasonic KX-TG4324B 5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless Digital Answering Phone System includes handy call waiting and caller ID features, an all-digital answering machine with 12 minutes of recording time, a 50-station shared phonebook, and a digital handset speakerphone.
With the Panasonic answering system, you'll never miss important calls, even when the ringer is off. The integrated light-up indicator featured at the base of the handset's antenna will flash quickly when an incoming call is in progress, and will flash slowly to let you know you have a new message. Should you choose to expand the answering system to include additional handsets, each handset can be programmed to ring or simply flash at your discretion. The system is compatible with up to three additional handsets (for a total of four).
In addition to the standard call waiting feature, this system comes with call waiting caller ID2, a feature that allows you to see who's calling you if you're already taking a call. Other great features include a 50-station shared phonebook, a handy charge indicator, a backlit LCD display, and a convenient intercom feature. Providing up to five hours of cordless talk time, the handset's rechargeable Ni-MH battery offers up to 11 days of uncharged standby battery life.
What's in the Box Base station, and four handsets.

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Panasonic KX-TG8231B DECT 6.0 Cordlesss phone System with an All Digital Answering System Review

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(More customer reviews)Pros:
- Great range. Much better than the 5.8Ghz uniden it replaced.
- Very good clarity of voices during a call. No interference at all.
- Great battery life. First charge lasted 5 days of use before returning it to charge in base (home use, not office).
- Flexibility of batteries. It uses two standard AAA size Ni-Mh rechargeable batteries, which you can replace later for another brand or ones with even more capacity. Or you can have another set ready for use.
- You can group people in the directory and set an specific ring tone and display color for each group.
- Caller ID links the number calling to your phonebook names and displays both number and name calling. The uniden was suppossed to do this but never did.
- Good looking piano finish.
- Compact handset and base.
- Great looking color screen.
Cons:
- Very low customization. You can only select between 3 wallpapers. You can't add new ones. Few color options for setting the menu's colors. Those were a strong feature of the uniden.
- Only 50 number phonebook memory.
- Could add another volume bar. Volume is not low, but could have another bar for people that likes very high volume calls like me. Volume on speaker mode is great.
- ID caller takes like two rings before it displays the name calling.
- Only 18 min record time for answering system.
This is a great phone overall. It exceeds all the basic functions you expect for the dect frequency and panasonic (range, clarity, battery life). But I would rate it 5 stars if you can really customize it by adding your own wallpapers and ring tones. Also it would not hurt to have more memory for the answering machine and the phonebook.

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The KX-TG8231B DECT 6.0 cordless system uses Digital Enhanced Cordless Technology to offer great range, clear sound and less interference with common household devices.

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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Expandable Digital Cordless Phone - Dual Handset System (KX-TG6312S) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a good basic cordless phone for home use. Voice quality is very good, no static at all, even in an apartment full of wireless junk. The batteries are standard Ni-MH AAAs, so they should be easier and cheaper to replace when the go bad. The shared phonebook memory and distinctive rings for different callers are useful features. Recommended.

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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Titanium Black Cordless Phone with Answering Machine (KX-TG6445T) Review

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(More customer reviews)This new 2009 model of Panasonic's cordless DECT telephones lives up to its advertising. Sound very clear, battery life is long (my actual 1st day experience was 3-5 hr talking with 10+ in standby), and range is longer than my previous Motorola 5 GHZ model (good enough for a 2 story house plus a basement). The model includes cordless handsets, answering machine, and caller ID, as well as voice prompts of incoming caller ID calls. As a plus, the handsets use AAA Ni-MH batteries so easily purchased when they need replacing. My old Motorola used the typical specialized phone Ni-Cd batteries (with that funny connector), that lasted less than a year and a high cost to replace.
Highly recommend this model. The KX-TG 643x and 644x series are all the same except for the number of handsets that come in the package and whether the base station has its own dial capability. This model allows a max of 6 handsets (the 6445 cmes with 5 handsets-so you can purchase one more if needed KX-TGA 641T).
The caller ID list and address book is centralized, so updating updates the file on the base set. My old Motorola had an address book in each handset plus a shared in the base unit. The voice mail box default announcement is a man's voice-would prefer a woman's voice, but you can also record your own announcement
Lastly, the handsets are small(6inch by 1.5 in wide). Not a problem for me but might surprise others. Panasonic sells many DECT 6.0 cordless phones, so do your search carefully. I bought this model because the 64xx model series is new in 2009, plus it has a base station that you can also dial from giving you a 7th telephone set if needed.

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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Expandable Cordless Phone System (KX-TG9333T) with Answering Machine, 3 Handsets Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this set to replace one 900 MHz and two 2.4 GHz phones that we've had for a while. Setup was really easy, you can pretty much figure out everything going through the different menus yourself. I was concerned about the call quality of the extra handsets since they don't use their own phone jack, but the performance is excellent. The 2.4 phone we used to have in the kitchen couldn't be used if the microwave was on, and it would knock computers off the wireless network once in a while. Now, absolutely no interference at all! The other 2.4 that was upstairs had terrible range, and always had a clicking sound I attributed to interference with the Xbox 360 2.4 GHz wireless. Once again, these new phones have absolutely no interference and great range. I wish now I got the 4 or even 5 handset package to stick one in the garage and other places in the house.
Likes:
- Voice quality when not set at the highest volume
- You can set the answering machine to answer after more than 4 rings, unlike many others who max out at 4 and you can never get to in time
- The talking caller id when used with a high answering machine ring setting (5 or 7) really helps stop running through the house to check who's calling when you don't really want to, or can't easily, stop what you're doing.
- The backlight on the handset screens is bright and makes the text really easy to read.
Dislikes:
- Slight hissing when ear piece volume is maxed. But med volume seems just fine and there's no hiss.
- The answering machine doesn't show a number of how many messages you have, it's just a flashing red light on the play button.
- After listening to the message(s) and not deleting them, the flashing light goes away but you have no other indication that there's a message. So if it's a message you want to save, for someone else to listen to for example, unless you remember or write it down somewhere, it's easy to forget about it.
Overall though, a great phone and a HUGE upgrade from our previous phones. Recommended.

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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Series Cordless Phone Accessory Handset with Charger (KX-TGA101S) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this as a stand-alone phone based on the description of this being "expandable." This is a handset to add to an existing system, this is not a base station or stand alone set.

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Panasonic KX-TG6544B DECT 6.0 PLUS Expandable Digital Cordless Phone and Answering System with 4 Handsets Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased this phone to replace a DECT 6 Uniden 6 handset unit. The range on the Uniden was fairly short (compared to my old 900 Mhz one) and the battery issues were getting on my nerves!!!! The handsets would not stay charged and to replace the batteries- they were an order item. This Panasonic phone does hula hoops around my DECT 6.0 Uniden!!! Twice the range and guess what? The batteries are replaceable Ni-MH AAA style!!!! I love the talking caller ID (which you can edit the 'said' name if it is in your contacts). Just an all around great phone- comfortable, solid, and more features than you could imagine- all the way down to turning off the display if it is sitting in it's cradle- a nice feature to have it is on your nightstand. Want to get rid of the tone when you press a button? No problem-- there is a menu toggle for that- Want to set the unit to silent mode for a couple hours while you take a nap? No problem-- there is a feature for that!!! Want to set an alarm- guess what- you guessed it- there is a feature for that!!! The handsets even know when you are close to the base unit and go into powersave mode due to the short range needed to keep your call crystal clear. Just an absolute best buy in my opinion!!!

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Panasonic KX-TG6544B DECT 6.0 PLUS Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System with 4 Handsets

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Panasonic Dect 6.0 Expandable Digital Cordless Phone and Answering System - 4 Handset System (KX-TG9344T) Review

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(More customer reviews)I agree with the previous reviewer that this is a great product. I bought it to avoid interference with my home wi-fi network (g and n); absolutely no interference.
I really like the backlit keypad and the talking caller ID (a noticeable improvement over previous Panasonic phones). I notice that these were the biggest gripes on previous Amazon reviews, so Panasonic is obviously taking notice.
If you want to save about $20, you can buy the version without a phone keypad in the base unit (KX-TG9334T) but I like having the "extra phone" in the base unit (you have to use the speaker phone option with no headset plugged in). Works great at a workdesk or kitchen and almost makes this a 5 headset system.
Unlike the previous reviewer, who thought the headsets too small, for me they are slightly bigger than I like. I would prefer something slightly smaller that could fit inside a pants pocket while I'm working in the yard or in the garage. Not possible with these headsets--you need a belt clip--but not really a big deal.
The phone book is great--easy to add an incoming call--and MOST IMPORTANT it automatically updates the phone book in EVERY headset with that new name and number.
We plan to add another headset but there are three different options. A little disappointing that the Panasonic parts center could not tell us the differences (we eventually found out via the internet--the TGA 630 has no lit touchpad and is white/pearl color, the TGA 930 is pretty close to the supplied headset but the keypad is black, and the TGA 935 has drop and splash resistance (for a kitchen or bath?).
Bottom line: great product!

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Panasonic DECT 6.0-Series 3-Handset Cordless Phone System with Answering System (KX-TG1033S) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have gone through more than 15 types of cordless phones in the last several years. Some of them very good, but not perfect, others fairly awful. When I was doing my research this time for a new phone, I came across DECT 6.0 technology. It claims no interference with WiFi networks, greater range, clear transmission and extended battery life. Bottom line, it's pretty much true.
I've used this phone for a week and it is crystal clear, no interference with my WiFi network, no "hiccups" with a call, like static or audible digital artifacts. My 5.8 Ghz phone would let me talk with a range of maybe 100 feet outside of my house with the front door closed. This telephone lets me go to the end of my driveway, across the cul de sac, and into my neighbor's driveway without sound degradation. I'd guess that I'm getting about 3x the distance of my 5.8 Ghz phone in a real world situation.
The great thing about this phone is that the battery life is awesome. The phone claims up to 17 hours of talk time and several days of standby. I make a lot of conference calls from my home, and I'm on the phone about 6 hours per day. I'd have to switch cordless phones during the day with ANY 5.8Ghz phone, as they'd last anywhere from 3 to 5 hours. I've made 2 days of calls, for a total of 11 hours, and the battery indicator still shows a full charge, without being placed back into the charger. I'm going to keep it out of the charger in standby and talk until the battery runs down, to accurately gauge the battery life, but it would appear that the 17 hours of talk time is a realistic estimate. By the way, the phone uses traditional AAA rechargeable batteries (x2), for each handset. My 5.8 Ghz phone used 3, and had a max talk time of about 5 hours.
The keys on this phone are bigger than other phones, another plus in my book. I'd always misdial a number with smaller buttons. I have yet to misdial with these keys. They're the perfect size.
I don't use the answering machine, as I have telephone company voicemail. The only downside to this phone is that the message waiting indicator for telephone voicemail, doesn't work. I've set it to "on", on every phone, and my 5.8Ghz phone will flash the voicemail alert, but these handsets aren't flashing. I've had this problem with other phones, especially VTech, so I'm thinking that most phones work, there must be something about the connection into my house that doesn't get the call message alert to the phone. I have DSL and filters in the house. Maybe this is the cause?
Anyway, overall, this is a really good set of phones, they work great, have great sound, and the battery life is stellar. I'm really happy with this purchase. You should probably consider DECT 6.0 going forward. It's MUCH better than 5.8Ghz technology, in my opinion.
UPDATE:
As an update to my review, the phone is now in it's 16th hour of talk time, with 5 days of standby (no charging) and it's still working on the last bar of the battery indicator. I'd say that the 17 hours of talk time is a conservative number. As stated previously, the battery life is the best that I've ever experienced with a cordless phone. Actually, incredible by today's standards.

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Panasonic KX-TG4023N DECT 6.0 PLUS Expandable Digital Cordless Answering System with 3 Handsets Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this to replace an old 5.8 system with poor range.
Initial impressions:
Pros: Good price, clear sound.
Cons: No speed dial, no button to dial phone service voicemail number, screen is small, only way to tell you have a phone service voicemail is a small line on the screen. The latter means you cannot tell from across the room if you have a voicemail from your phone service-you have to pick up the phone and look at it.
Came back as I've discovered more. It is definitely going back.
The voice mail indicator does not come on until after you hit the talk button. Also, the missed call indicator goes out as soon as you put the phone back in the charger. These must be defects.
Other things I do not like: there is no way I've found to change the volume on the ringer on the base station. Also, changing volume on each handset requires a laborious trip through the menu system.

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