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VTech CS6229

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$29.99

Summary: A 1.9 GHz DECT 6.0 multiple-handset-capable cordless phone with a built-in answering machine. It can support 12 cordless handsets; 1 is included. Extra handsets with charging cradle (Vtech CS6209) cost $20 each.

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About - VTech CS6229
The VTech CS6229 is part of the cordless phone test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cordless phone models like the CS6229 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Voice quality: Voice quality considers listening quality which reflects what you hear and talking, what's heard by other phones. Tests were conducted in a quiet environment. Phone ease of use: This score mainly covers handset weight and comfort, talk time, ease of phone setup and use, readability of labels; accessibility, location, and size of controls and buttons; and other convenience factors, such as auto talk, any key answer, lighted keypad, one-touch dial, and others. Talk time (hrs.): Talk time, measured to the nearest hour, is how long you can converse on the handset when it is fully charged.

About - VTech CS6229

The VTech CS6229 is part of the cordless phone test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cordless phone models like the CS6229 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Voice quality:: Voice quality considers listening quality which reflects what you hear and talking, what's heard by other phones. Tests were conducted in a quiet environment.
Phone ease of use:: This score mainly covers handset weight and comfort, talk time, ease of phone setup and use, readability of labels; accessibility, location, and size of controls and buttons; and other convenience factors, such as auto talk, any key answer, lighted keypad, one-touch dial, and others.
Talk time (hrs.):: Talk time, measured to the nearest hour, is how long you can converse on the handset when it is fully charged.

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VTech CS6229-2
	Price range: $39.99 - $49.99 The Ratings applied to untested model VTech CS6229-2 come from our tests of model VTech CS6229, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
VTech CS6229-3
	Price range: $58.80 - $67.89 The Ratings applied to untested model VTech CS6229-3 come from our tests of model VTech CS6229, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
VTech CS6229-4
	Price range: $79.95 - $81.81 The Ratings applied to untested model VTech CS6229-4 come from our tests of model VTech CS6229, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.

About This Brand
This market leader offers consumers a wide range of phones that emphasizes technological innovation and offers models with and without answering machines. Form factors include single-and multi-handset models, cordless and corded combos, Bluetooth models, and multiline phones. Like its other brand, AT&T, VTech has made serious efforts to go green with its packaging.

About This Brand

This market leader offers consumers a wide range of phones that emphasizes technological innovation and offers models with and without answering machines. Form factors include single-and multi-handset models, cordless and corded combos, Bluetooth models, and multiline phones. Like its other brand, AT&T, VTech has made serious efforts to go green with its packaging.

Features & Specs - VTech CS6229
Number of cordless handsets included The number of cordless handset(s) with a charging cradle included with the product. Number of cordless handsets included	1
Maximum no. of cordless handsets The manufacturer stated maximum number of cordless handsets that can be registered to a multiple handset capable phone. A phone that can support up to eight handsets, for example, can have eight handsets registered to the base, but you may only be able to use four at once, say two using handset to handset intercom, while two others conference with an outside party. Others may just allow one handset to be used at a time, so can't be used like an additional (extension) phone you have connected to the same phone line. NA represents not applicable. See Buying Advice for more information. Maximum no. of cordless handsets	12
Handset conferencing Also referred to as handset-to-handset intercom, and other terms. Many multiple handset capable phones allow conversation handset to handset, or among handsets for conferencing. For some phones the handsets have to be within range of the base, while others also allow a direct link between two handsets so you can take them with you to use like walkie-talkies. Multiple handset phones without this capability can't be used to conference. Handset conferencing	Yes
Caller ID Caller ID with a three-line display shows the name and phone number of a caller and the date and time of the call, provided you subscribe to caller ID services. Some phones have an additional display line that shows which line, say line 1 or line 2, the call came in on, or indicators such as a battery strength or voice mail. If you have Caller ID with Call Waiting, the phone displays the name and number of the second caller if you're already on the phone. The display is usually on the handset; some phones also have one on the base. Phones with Call Waiting Deluxe provide you with more choices on how to handle a second call when you are already on the phone assuming you subscribe to the service, but not all features may be available in all areas. Some of the choices that the service supports; facilitates conferencing with two outside parties, or a prerecorded message states that you will be available shortly, and the caller is put on hold, or prerecorded message indicates you are busy, and the waiting call is disconnected, or the caller is sent to your voice mail. Caller ID	Yes
Talking caller ID Talking Caller ID, also referred to as Caller ID announce, speak the name of the caller, which is useful because you don't have to view the display to know who's calling. Talking caller ID	No
Voice-mail indicator (Telco) A visual indicator on the handset or base to notify you that you have new messages awaiting from your telephone company message waiting service, such as an LED, or an envelope icon on the display. That means you don't have to pick up the handset to respond to a message waiting signal. Voice-mail indicator (Telco)	Yes
Corded phone on base In addition to an extra handset extension, a corded handset can enable the phone to work if you lose household AC power, provided you're on a traditional landline service, or one with backup power. Corded phone on base	No
Base speakerphone A base speakerphone offers a hands-free way to converse or wait on hold and lets others chime in as well, and allows you to answer a call without the handset. When used with a base keypad, you can make a call from the base and have a hands-free conversation. Base speakerphone	No
Base keypad Also referred to as Dual or Second Keypad. A keypad on the base supplements the keypad on the handset. It can be handy for navigating menu-driven systems, because you don't have to take the phone away from your ear to punch the keys. When used with a base speakerphone, you can make a call from the base and have a hands-free conversation. Base keypad	No
Base ringer All phones have a handset ringer, and many phones have a base ringer, but not all allow you to set them on or off, adjust the volume, or change the auditory tone. Base ringer	Yes
Handset speakerphone A handset speakerphone offers a hands-free way to converse or wait on hold and lets others chime in as well conveniently anywhere in the house as long as you stay within a few feet of the handset. Handset speakerphone	Yes
Lighted keypad Also referred to as backlit keypad. A keypad that either glows in the dark or lights up when you press a key, and when the phone rings; makes the phone easier to use in low light conditions. Lighted keypad	Yes
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Additional Information (The information below has been supplied by an external source.)

General Information
Manufacturer	VTech Holdings, Ltd
Manufacturer Website Address	www.vtech.com
Product Series	CS
Product Model	CS6229
Product Name	CS6229 Cordless Phone
Product Type	Cordless Phone

User Reviews - VTech CS6229

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Anonymous

from

Palos Verdes, CA

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Avoid vtech and AT&T

4/30/2010

Pros

Cons

Not Durable

Poor customer service

Best Uses

Comment:

I purchased this phone with five handsets. It has dropped every incoming call after about one minute. Also, one of the remote chargers didn't work. I called vtech support, and they told me they were out of stock on the charger, but if I wanted to escalate the problem they would do so...and I should call back in six to eight weeks to restart the process. They wouldn't even keep the process going for the length of time it took them to restock the defective part they sold me! After finding out that AT&T cordless phones are made by vtech, I recommend avoiding both companies' phones.

Anonymous

from

The U.P. of Michigan

(4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great so far!

1/19/2010

Pros

Comfortable Handset

Easy To Set Up

Good Sound

Good Speakerphone

Nice Features

Strong Signal

Cons

Best Uses

Home Use

Office Use

Comment:

I have the one with the extra phone and charger and I'm well pleased.

Anonymous

from

Terry, MS

(5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

So far so great....

9/28/2009

Pros

Comfortable Handset

Good Sound

Good Speakerphone

Nice Features

Strong Signal

Wide Range

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday Use

Home Use

Comment:

This unit replaced a can't go 20 ft from base Uniden. Have had now for 2 weeks...so far so great. I can go a few hundred feet from base with the base located in center of house. Easy to setup. Would recommend it.

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