Uniden TRU9485-3 5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Answering System with Dual Keypad and 2 Extra Handsets
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Customer Review: Superb, extensible 5.8 GHz cordless phone system
Summary: 5 Stars
The introduction of 2.4GHz-based 802.11b/g wireless computer networks will spell the end of many 2.4GHz-based cordless phone systems. Though one can continue to use the phones, the interference they cause with wireless computer networks is a nagging problem. The solution is to either upgrade your cordless phones or your wireless computer network to 5.8GHz. For most, upgrading the phone will be simpler and cheaper than upgrading the network.
But selecting a new cordless phone is no simple proposition. There are dozens of variables to consider, and a wide range of brands, models and prices. Rather than searching primarily by price, many will find it easier to search by the specifics of their functional needs, narrow the results by reviews and brand reputation, and then narrow further by price.
My search began with these technical requirements:
· 5.8GHz in both directions (some manufacturers extend handset battery by using 5.8Ghz base-to-handset, and 2.4GHz handset-to-base).
· Digital handset-to-base transmission, and with some form of frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology for security.
· System extendable to at least three cordless handsets.
· Handsets must include headphone jack and speakerphone.
· Base unit must include digital answering machine.
· Excellent audio (listening and speaking from handset and headphone jacks.
· Useable audio (listening and speaking) from speakerphone.
· Ergonomic handset with positive-touch buttons of reasonable size.
I'm particularly uninterested in cordless phones that attempt to mimic the size, weight and ergonomics of cellular handsets. I do not carry my cordless phone in my pocket, and I have no need to trade ergonomics for portability.
Items that do not concern me include:
· Caller ID.
· Phone book.
· Cordless range longer than 25-feet.
With that, I researched dozens of products that met some or all of my basic criteria, including models from Motorola, AT&T, Uniden, Panasonic, VTech and several others. All but the Uniden TRU9485 (which is available in the base single-handset package, as well as 2- and 3-handset packages) failed one or more criteria -- typically ergonomics. The TCX905 handset (supplied with the TRU9485 system) could still use slightly larger number buttons, but compared to all the other models I inspected in person, it was the easiest to dial.
The TRU9485 has all the basics I listed above, plus many extras that are very handy:
· Two handsets can participate in a call simultaneously.
· Room/baby monitoring that allows any handset to monitor any other handset.
· Handset-to-handset communication, either as an intercom, or directly without engaging the base.
· System time and date set from any handset.
· Single touch "do not disturb" button on base unit silences all ringers.
· Phonebook entries can be sent from any station to any other station.
· Remote answering machine control from any handset.
· 3 number redial list.
· 100 number caller ID list.
· Separate mute and hold functions.
· Detailed, easy-to-follow instructions.
And lots more. The system is compatible with a number of Uniden handsets, including TCX805, TCX400, TCX440, TWX977, ELX 500) and the TCX905 included with base. Everything you need is included, including batteries, belt clips, and even a phone line for the base unit.
The TX905 handset has a nice weight, and the buttons have a positive feel that lets you know when they've been pressed. The display is easy to read, and the internalized antenna is a plus.
There are very few things I dislike about this system, all of which are drawbacks with nearly every cordless system out there:
· Limited ring tones/tunes.
· Only three ring volume levels (off, low, high).
· Short answering machine record time (12 minutes).
· Answering machine security code is only 2 digits.
· Always-on lights on handset base units waste power.
Overall this system is a terrific improvement over the 2.4 GHz system that it replaced, and other than the typical cheesy, electronic ringtones, there's really no major improvements I could think of. [©2006 hyperbolium dot com]
Customer Review: Love this Phone!
Summary: 5 Stars
Even if this was the first Uniden I'd ever bought, I'd never buy another brand again. The sound is crystal clear inside and outside of my home, the range is fantastic. The ability to set phones around the house without the need of a land line makes it a perfect phone for any home.
On to some of the features:
Room Monitor: Wonderful, especially when you have a sleeping baby in the other room.
Phonebook Entries: Can be made on one phone and transferred to any other phone that you have registered with your base, without having to be near the base or the other phone. Up to two seperate numbers can be added for one person. Only downside I've found is when transferring to another handset, any entry that has more than one number is created in seperate entries, but it's a small price to pay.
Caller ID/Caller ID Deluxe: Caller ID is always nice but if you receive a call while you're on the line, you can push one button and have the incoming call transferred to your answering machine or hung up on.
Call Screening: Any call that your answering machine answers can be heard from the speaker at the base and can be monitored from any phone registered to your base. From the handset you can push a button to screen the call and hear it just like you were standing next to the answering machine.
Hold/Transfer: You can place a call on hold at any time.
If you have multiple handsets you can then transfer the call to the handset of your choice.(Example: If you are in the kitchen and answer the phone but the call is for your significant other, you can transfer the call to the phone/base in whatever room that person is in.)
Record: You can record a call at any time. Recorded calls are recorded onto the answering machine.
Intercom: Using intercom you can call any other registered handset/base in your home.
This phone has many other options such as personalized ringtones, changing the names (Banner) of individual phones, auto talk and any key answer just to name a few. I've owned this phone for 2 months now and I'm sorry I didn't buy it sooner. Another great phone from Uniden.
Customer Review: Best cordless in the business
Summary: 5 Stars
I have owned this for two weeks. Setup was a easy. Instruction book was correct and easy to understand. Charged all the units overnight and set up the base unit via menu selections. Customized each unit with phone books etc.
The sound is terrific. Clear as a bell. However, the individual unit "speaker phone" volume could be better (louder). Phone-to-ear volume is fine.
-Display is bright and easy to read
-Buttons are a good size and easy to control
-Belt clip is a little sloppy in that there is too much space between the clip and the unit itself, so it would not fit tight to thin pocket fabric . . .a pair of jeans or a belt would hold it secure though.
-Read through the manufacturers features, this thing is feature rich. The intercom is fine . . no more yelling from one part of the house to the other.
-The selling point for me was the digital signal between handsets and handset to base.
Range? . . .so far about 300' from the base in the kitchen to outside the house and down the street a bit. Wished for a little more. From the base to the farthest handset it's about 40' through two walls and a floor and the sound is fine.
Tough? You bet! Like a previous reviewer, I dropped one handset during the "get it out of the box and into the charger" phase, right smack onto a hardwood floor from about 4' up. No problem. Handset still works great.
We like it so much we just bought another handset (can add up to 10 units) Went through the "register handset" operation and it synched right up in about 5 seconds.
I did some price comparisons after the fact. You can save $9 if you buy the base with one handset, then two more additional handsets instead of buying the 9485-3
Highly, Highly recommend.
Customer Review: Good product. Fast service. Well packaged and left no physical blemishes of any sort.
Summary: 5 Stars
On March 2, 2010, I purchased a Uniden TRU9485-3, a 5.8GHz cordless telephone and answering system from an Amazon company called Sales Masters. This order also shipped with dual keypads and two extra handsets--all of which worked up to the specifications given me by them (I can't say the same thing about a couple of recent computer systems I recently purchased elsewhere...oh well, Caveat emptor as they say;) Those at Sales Masters appear never to have studied Latin otherwise I could not praise them as being trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent. They demonstrated themselves as being of the timber necessary to becoming good Scouts--a breed whom (alas) has declined in numbers in recent years. In my day these were the kind of boys who would've bucked for Eagle Scout!
Perhaps most importantly, they actually shipped the units in a timely manner--and this alone was enough to make a permanent customer out of me. Do not hesitate to do business with the people behind Sales Masters. Although my experience with them did not require them to make some problem--whether real or imagined--*right* (getting the job done correctly the first time has this effect you know). I was left with the personal impression that they would have ameliorated any customer-related disquietude that can arise with little or no warning without a hitch--and do so without resorting to hurtful language.
I would have given them a 10-star rating if not constrained by the lower numbers currently assigned by Amazon...
Highly recommended--both for the excellent service they supply and the unquestionable quality of their merchandise! Two very large thumbs up!
Paramadman (DT Hazelrig
Customer Review: Great phone for PARENTS!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I searched long and hard for a cordless phone that would provide me with everything I needed. Thankfully, many of the existing reviews were very helpful. I've had this phone now for 6 months and there are many features I love, but the ones that I really appreciate are the ones that most parents will enjoy. There is a DO NOT DISTURB button that has been a life saver when I put my kids to sleep. It instantly turns off all phones with a push of the button. Secondly, the speaker phone is AMAZING! The sound quality is great and doesn't even sound as if you are on speaker. I have left the phone in my kitchen and walked 10 feet into the living room and was still able to have a very audible conversation. I use this feature a lot with kids since I can't constantly hold the phone. Lastly, I love that if I'm upstairs with the kids that I can check a message on the machine from any of the satellite phones. Very convenient if you can't be where the main base is.
I'm very pleased with this phone and would highly recommend it!