VTech VG232 Cordless Home Phone with Answering Machine, Large Backlit Display & Big Buttons | DECT 6.0

• True Full-Duplex Speakerphone — Both parties can speak and be heard at the same time, without the choppy cutting-out you get on budget phones. DECT 6.0 delivers secure, interference-free audio across your entire home — no dropped words, no talking over each other. Hands-free calling while cooking, working, or caring for family.
• 14-Minute Digital Answering Machine with Call Screening — Screen calls before you pick up, check messages remotely from any phone, and see how many messages are waiting at a glance on the base unit counter. No subscription, no monthly fee — messages are stored directly on the phone.
• Designed for Easy Use — Oversized buttons and a large high-contrast backlit display make dialing and reading numbers simple in any lighting. Hearing-aid compatible (M4/T4 rated) for users with hearing devices. Ideal for seniors, low-vision users, or anyone who wants a phone that just works without squinting at a tiny screen.
• Long Battery Life & Smart Caller ID — Up to 7 hours of talk time and 5 days on standby so it's ready when you need it. ECO mode (ENERGY STAR certified) automatically reduces transmitter power when the handset is close to the base, extending battery life. Stores 50 caller IDs and 50 phonebook contacts — see the name, number, time, and date before you pick up.
• Long Battery Life & Smart Caller ID — Up to 7 hours of talk time and 5 days on standby so it's ready when you need it. ECO mode (ENERGY STAR certified) automatically reduces transmitter power when the handset is close to the base, extending battery life. Stores 50 caller IDs and 50 phonebook contacts — see the name, number, time, and date before you pick up.

• Connect the Phone Line and Power — Plug one end of the included phone line cord into the base unit's LINE jack and the other end into your wall's phone jack. Connect the power adapter to the base unit and plug it into a working electrical outlet.
• Install and Charge the Handset Battery — Open the battery compartment on the handset, insert the included NiMh rechargeable battery, and close the compartment. Place the handset on the base unit to charge. Allow it to charge fully (indicated on the display) before first use, typically 10-12 hours.
• Set Up Basic Features — Follow the on-screen prompts on the base unit's display to set the date and time for the answering system and caller ID. You can also program phonebook contacts and customize settings as needed.

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