2.4GHz Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) TechnologyUse multiple handsets without worry of cross-talk or eavesdropping because the FHSS technology randomly changes frequencies several times per second.Privacy ModeBlock all other handsets from joining in on the conversation. This feature automatically shuts off when the call is completed.Join-InQuickly and easily conference in on an existing conversation between another handset and an outside line.
A supplemental handset, the KX-TGA271W provides increased functionality to your existing Panasonic KX-TG2700S, KX-TG2720S, KX-TG2730S, KX-TG2740S, KX-TG2750S, or KX-TG2770S phone system. Up to eight handsets can be added to your existing system, providing up to five-way conferencing capabilities. By utilizing the 2.4 GHz frequency, 89 channels of auto-scan, and frequency hopping digital spread spectrum technology, the KX-TGA271W offers clear, intelligible reception even at a distance. A 50 number speed dial memory makes dialing the most frequently called number a snap, while the caller ID memory provides a record of the 50 most recent incoming calls.
The redial function makes it easy to call the last outgoing number, while a page/handset locator feature makes finding a lost handset quick and painless. Handset and ringer controls allow you to adjust volume levels to you liking, and six ring tones are provided for you to choose from. A voice mail message indicator lets you know when you have messages (requires subscription to a fee-based service), while a low battery indicator lets your know when to return the handset to its cradle for re-charging.
Wall-mountable, freeing up valuable desktop space, the KX-TGA271W is also headset compatible (a belt-clip is provided) saving your neck from the strain of cradling the phone. It utilizes NiMH batteries and comes with a charging cradle. It is backed with a one-year warranty on both parts and labor.
What's in the Box
Charging cradle, handset, NiMH battery pack, belt clip, instructions, warranty information
1 Good Cordless Phone
The people writing bad reviews for all the Panasonic Cordless phones must have a different colored phone. If you would read the details on each of the extension phones, for some reason the White Phone has a different type battery than the silver, violet, or black. It has an NiMH battery that can be charged without running down. The others have a NiCAD battery of which I can't figure out why. It doesn't make since to have one you have to run completely down. You should have full time usage of the cordless phone. I never leaave my phone off the charger for a long time. It's always back in the charger by at least bedtime. I love the phones except for that. I don't know panasonic was thinking about. They should make all the other ones good by supplying a NiMH battery and a new charger.
2 Good, But I Still Want Better
A nice system overall, but not nearly perfect. We purchased a set of these to replace our burnt out Siemens Gigaset 2402 system. While we were happy to have something that worked (the Siemens system had died a slow death over about a year and ultimately became unusable after a little over two years of use) the features and design of this system leave much to be desired. Numerous minor inconveniences and awkwardnesses make these phones less than they could be--nothing major, and perhaps only noticeable when compared with the excellently designed Siemens phones (really nothing more than the difference between Japanese and German design).
Two features stand out in comparison with our retired Siemens phones, one negative and one positive. On the positive side, these phones support detection of voice messages on an existing message system, so that it is easy to see from any handset whether there are unplayed messages on either line. On the negative side, the system does not support handset naming. We imagined this would be a minor inconvenience when we bought the phones, but it has proved to be a major drawback: there's simply no way to get the entire family to learn what number goes with what phone. When we had the Siemens system, which supports handset naming, the we had a working intercom system (not to mention convenient transfers of calls); now we're back to shouting.
