Phone-users can disable paging announcements at their phones. System speed-dialing directory can hold 500 names and numbers, compared to 100 in earlier systems. Number of account codes increases from 20 to 128 Caller ID name-number table increases from 250 to 500 entries. Other party does not hear announcement. There is no handsfree response to whisper announcements.
New phones are about half-inch wider than older phones.
System programming now covers installation of additional types of expansion modules. New stock will disappear quickly, but refurbished phones should be available for years to come. User manual covers both sets of phones. LEDs show status of all phones in the system, and buttons provide quick call transferring and intercom calls. KX-TD170 will remain available .