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Question: This might sound like a dumb question.. but does ringer come through the headset or the charging base?
Document: Been using this model of Plantronics cordless phone for 10+ years. I actually have two, so when one base needs charging I just swap them out. Works perfect as there is always a charged phone! I haven't had the same ONE for 10 years, I've replaced it a few times over the years when it stops working, but I always come back to this model. I just like this style headset, and small base I can clip to my belt.
I decided to look for anything that might come with a headset, and found few options. This one had good reviews, and while it was a little more than I was looking to pay, I figured I'd get what I paid for if I tried to go cheaper. I was on the phone most of the day this past Thursday, and it didn't look like the battery was run down at all.
There's nothing like this guy; he replaced an old Radio Shack I had that finally croaked; and the new Plantronix is much better voice quality. Base has smaller footprint also. Ringer volume is way too low--you will want some other phone on the same line in the area with a loud ringer. Use it for its purpose:  having phone right at hand and two hands free when you are wandering around house or factory floor.
Overpriced for several reasonsRinger is mute.Cheap headset.No speaker or ringer in base station.There are a lot better phone at this price point out there.
But it's not too bad. Also I noticed that the hum diminishes significantly, when I walk farther away from the base unit.Overall, not bad. But if you already have a cordless phone and just want the hands-free headset (which I love), you can buy that separately, so you might not need this entire package.
Used this set everyday for 5-6 hours for 18 months. Headset shorted out after a year and now there are battery/charging issues with the base. Love the concept but am unhappy with the quality given the price.
I got this to replace a 10 year old corded Plantronics headset. I like the small footprint of the base unit and the fact that a separate phone isn't necessary. I wear the ear piece on my ear while on conference calls most of the day. Padding is only available when the full headset is being used and it would be nice if there was a padding option when using it on the ear only.The sound is clear and can easily be adjusted from the handset.
I love this phone. Have used versions of it for years. Hands-free talking that allows your neck to be straight in its natural position is great. The sound clarity is usually excellent. The voice-mail button is a great new addition. This is a really good non-wireless solution.This is what I would like to see improved:1. The support for the headset is a too short for the base, so that the headset does not balance well when set on it.2.
I was told about this phone from a business phone dealer. I found it @ amazon and bought it. The phone is nice. There are two ways you can wear the headset over the head or an ear piece. I liked over the head better. I can use in anyplace in my office 2100 square feet it works great. When I go out side its limeted to about about 75 feet from the base. Like to go out to my car for my briefcase. The sound starts to break up fast.
I'm very happy with this phone. I attached it to a lanyard and wear it around my neck. I find the headset comfortable for long wear. Two critical comments: you cannot use it while it's on charging base. Seems odd to me. The mute button should be a little more prominent. I wish it was easier to find.The user interface seems to be the same as my Uniden... I'm guessing they make the phone piece of this unit for Plaintronics.
Answer: Not a dumb question at all. I can hear the ringer, I just can't talk on it without the headphones plugged in. I like the feel of the headphones on my ear but there is always some hissing noise that I didn't have on my last phone.