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The other problem is that all of the wall warts that come with this phone emit a large amount of elf/emf. Note that for these phones, this pertains to the wall warts not the base unit or handset itself, at least according to my amazon-purchased elf meter. This phone has pretty good sound quality and the volume is very good, better than most. So, my advice would be to keep these wall warts away as far away from you as possible, especially from your head while you sleep, maybe at least 4 or 5 feet. I found that paying attention to elf has helped me sleep better. Like other reviewer have noted, it occasionally says "out of range" for up to 15 seconds at a time, for no apparent reason even when it is in the same room (only a yard or two) from the base unit. This doesn't happen very often, but is really annoying when it does.
Out of range smack next to the base, drop out, doesn't seem like new technology at all. Same problems as the Uniden's I replaced.
- "Out of Range" disconnects even when only *2 feet* away from the base. I've lost calls after only one quick warning beep after very little talk time. I can only imagine how bad this would get after a year of heavy use. It sounds robotic, almost like a cell phone. - HANDSET BATTERY LIFE is TERRIBLE. The DECT2085 falls short on almost all fronts compared to it's predecessors. Since my favorite phone system so far has been the Uniden TRU-9485 series, I'll base my comparisons / critiques against that. I'm ditching this 2085 blunder and going back to my 9485's (glad I didn't sell them on eBay yet, because the price for 9485 is ridiculous now, as opposed to when I bought the 3-handset set here new for only $129).
- The keypad buttons are adjoined, making it very easy to mis-dial despite the fact that the middle row is sunken slightly so that you can feel the difference between number keys. Nowhere near as clear as the 9485 5.8Ghz, and I have it positioned in the same exact spot as I had my 9485's, same outlet and all. I hate to disagree with the positive review(s) on this Uniden DECT2085 series but as a big fan of my previous Unidens (I liked the TRU-8885 system and I LOVED the TRU-9485) I have to say that I'm extremely disappointed in the Uniden DECT2085 series. This is a brand new set with brand new batteries, optimally set up. (On the 9485 the buttons are separated for much easier dialing).
Uniden DECT2085 PROS: - Very light-weight handsets (a pro if you like them light) - Smaller size than previous versions - Very good speakerphone and easy dialing from the base - Easy setup / very easy menu navigation - Convenient headset jack on each handset - Stand-alone base comes with easy wall-mount attachment - Sleek design, looks good, very contemporary Uniden DECT2085 CONS: - Static / noise on the line is constant and annoying. Why Uniden would have ditched this simple feature that was standard with the 8885's and 9485's is inexplicable. NO EXCUSE for "Out of Range" spontaneous disconnects, especially when you're sitting right next to the base. I just got the Uniden DECT2085-3 set brand new straight from Uniden's online store about 2 weeks ago and I'm ready to pack it up and return it.
Simply annoying. - Echo echo echo. The 9485 are virtually noise-free, have just as much range, battery life is better, keypad is superior, and has more features. If you've got large fingers / thumbs, this is going to be an issue for you. this doesn't seem to affect the caller on the other end, but you yourself will hear an "echoey" sound on yur own voice in the headset and handset, almost as if you have a reverb or slight delay effect on your voice.
This is trivial for some people, but for me it's important. Sorry Uniden, but the DECT2085 and it's DECT 6.0 technology doesn't hold a candle to it's predecessors, such as the 9485 5.8Ghz. Kinda sad really, this is my first negative review of a Uniden multi-handset system. I find myself and callers often "stepping on" each other's conversation because of this (like a cell phone). I'll start with the good parts first though.
Poor keypad design. I work in a basement and can't hear knocks at the door upstairs, so I've always used the Room Monitor feature of my 9485's to listen for important deliveries etc. I can pick it up from a full overnight charge, and literally within 15 minutes of use the battery meter starts dropping quickly. - No "Room Monitor" feature.
This 3 handset cordless phone was what we needed in our home to prevent a mad dash to answer calls. It's worked well between walls with no loss of signal. There's 40'-50' between base and room handsets. There has been no interference with any other electronic devices.
We've owned this unit for 9 months and can report that it's worked as advertised. Our walls are made of wood and sheetrock construction. It's easy to retrieve and delete calls. We've owned other Uniden phones in the past and they have also worked very well. It's easy to program the base unit with phone contacts and transfer this information to the other units. The base unit is located in the kitchen/eating area with one handset in the TV room and one in the bedroom.
It is easy to see missed calls on the base unit when returning home. I have no negative comments as we are completely satisfied with the product. The newer lower 1.9ghz frequency has worked very well in our home. It's been static free for us even 100' from the house when I'm outside or in the garage.
I've been over all satisfied with Panasonic and I am really, really sorry I strayed. Not for you this time. Uniden DECT 6.0 Cordless Digital Answering System with Caller ID and 2 Extra Handsets and Charging Cradles I never had a phone with so many complications in all my 63 years. Live and learn. You have been forwarned. Buyer beware. Continue searching.
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