How to register your DECT cordless phone

We get many phone calls a day from customers asking us to help them with registering there wireless headsets with the main base. It may seem complicated but in reality it is rather simple so I am going to give you a step by step guide on how to register your phone without us!



The first stage to registering your phone is to familiarize yourself with the buttons and menu options on both the handset and main base. No matter what manufacturer your handset is, the buttons and menu options are very similar and so you the buttons may be slightly different to what i explain but not by much.


How does it actually work? Well in a nutshell it works by putting both your main base, and your handset into registration mode. This means that the base unit is looking for a handset giving of this signal, and the handset is looking for a base giving of a signal and as you have probably guessed they find each other!


Before you do this you must first locate the 'Find' or 'Page' button on your base unit. This is why i said you have to first familiarize with the buttons. This is the button you would press to locate a handset when you can't find it, Panasonic use a small circle with 3 semi circles, it looks a bit like a speaker. Now you need to look through the menu on your base and handset to find 'Register Handset' or similar option, this is what you need to register your handset.


Step 1. First you have to put the base unit into registration mode and to do this you simply have to hold down the 'find' button for up to 5 seconds. When the base goes into registration mode there will be either a continual beeping or a continual flashing from the base unit only, not any of the additional handsets.


Step 2. You then need to go on the registration settings on the handset you are trying to register and it should come up with a message such as 'searching...'.


Step 3. For this step your handset should be asking you for a pin code. Unless someone before you has changed it, 99.9% of DECT phones have a pin code of 0000. Enter 0000 and the press confirm.





Step 4. If you have performed the previous steps correctly and the registration has worked then you should get a beep, flash or message on the handset to tell you your efforts have been successful.





The best way to test if your registration has worked is to simply make an attempt at a phone call on the newly registered handset and if you get a dial tone then it has worked.


I hope you have found this step by step guide helpful and you get the most out of your wireless DECT phone!

Is the TrueCall Screening and Blocking device worth it?

The TrueCall made its first appearance on the well known TV show, Dragons Den. Pete Jones has also been quoted to say the TrueCall is the best gadget he has seen in 6 series' of Dragons Den. In a sentence what this device does is block calls from people you don't want to speak to, but i will review each of the features and how useful they are.

The first feature i will look at is 'whisper'. This asks the caller to give you there name before your phone rings. The TrueCall then reads this out to you so you can then decide if you want to speak to them or not.  This is useful if you just don't want to speak to someone right at that moment but would any other time, maybe a partner or friend. A downside to this feature is that it doesn't take into account human nature and the fact that people can lie about who they are. 

Another feature is called 'Zap and Star'. This essentially is when you create a list of accepted and unaccepted callers, and the pre-determined unaccepted ones are automatically cut off. This is a good feature if there is someone, maybe an ex partner, or company such as debt collectors that you never want to answer the phone to. 

The feature is the TrueCall 'shield'. All this means is that the person who is phoning is asked to a press a number on the keypad before their call will connect. This is a good feature as it means that automated phone calls from companies are eliminated so you can be sure it is a real person you are answering the phone to. One problem this may cause is someone that is regularly phoning you may start to get frustrated as pressing a button every time they phone you may get tedious. 

A fourth useful feature on the TrueCall is an Anonymous Caller Reject. Simply all this means that any phone calls you may receive, where the caller is using a withheld number will automatically be rejected. This is a good feature if you have a shy personality but sometimes your friends may be calling from a withheld number and so may find it difficult to get hold of you. To try and counter-act this problem though you can set the device so that any calls from a unrecognised number can be sent straight to the answer phone instead of being rejected. The TrueCall does have an in-built answer machine in which the memory can be extended by the use of an extra memory card. 

The TrueCall Screening and Blocking device also has a number of advance features. I will now explain them and state good and bad points for each. 

For the first year you get a free Internet Control Panel. This means you can look at your call details and edit your settings using the internet. This is a good addition as it literally puts it in plain English your call patterns and provides a simple way to set up your TrueCall device. The only downside is that you will eventually have to pay for this but you don't have to worry about that for your first year, which by that point you will more than likely fell that this feature is well worth the small cost of £15 per year. 

You can also have personalized greetings on your device. This means you can record your own message that people who phone you will hear. This is good because it can inform people you want to speak to that they have the right number but if your trying to avoid someone such as the debt collectors, it then lets them know that they have the right contact number but you are just ignoring them.

Another security feature on the device is the code access. This means that anyone phoning you may have to enter a pre-determined number combination to connect to your phone. This is a good idea as it means you can limit who you want to call you but people may forget this code or not know in the first place

Overall the TrueCall screening and blocking device is an excellent product. It provides great value for money as you can see by the number of intuitive features that allow you to customise completely who you allow to phone you. Please use the link below to view the TrueCall on our website for a full specification and prices for the device itself and the added memory cards. 

TrueCall Screening and Blocking Device

Siemens Gigaset SL910 A Touchscreen Cordless Phone

We are about to be re-stocking the amazing Siemens Gigaset SL910 A Touch-screen Cordless Phone which is a very popular model and so you need to get your orders in quickly. I am going to take the time to explain to you why this handset has been so popular and why you should think about investing in one!

 

This state of the art phone mixes high end technology with interesting features. This model was the first handset that was a fully touch screen home phone on the market. Despite having a large 3.2 inch screen the SL910 doesn't feel fragile as it has a full metal handset from and charger. It has 3 different home screens with are easily navigated between with a flick of your finger. These 3 menus are separated cleverly into calling, messaging and customizing your handset. This makes for a state of the art yet easy to use home phone that will bring enjoyment to all the family. 

The SL910 offers a 55 minute recording time for answer machine which is easily accessed from any handset in the system. Each message is read out with date and time and if you miss any part of the message you can simply rewind and listen again! If your away from the base station there is no need to worry as each handset will alert you to new messages and you can then listen to them. There is also no need to risk dropping your phone by cradling it between your ear and shoulder whilst you right down details as there is a function on each handset that allows you to record the message. 

For more information on the Gigaset SL910 Touch screen Phone please use the link below!

Siemens Gigaset SL910 A Touchscreen Cordless Phone

Brand New Release from Gigaset - DX800A Business Phone

Setting new standards, the Gigaset DX800A is a high specification stylish desk phone that will work on a normal analogue line, ISDN line and multi VoIP lines.

The Gigaset DX800A all in one is the professional multiline desktop phone for small offices and home offices. Being a hybrid phone means the Gigaset DX800A all in one is truly flexible and can be configured to either IP with ISDN, or IP with fixed line. Because it’s a multiline phone it can support up to 4 parallel calls and expand with multiple handsets – up to 6 in total. Managing contacts is easy with up to 1.000 vCard entries.
The DX800 allows you to synchronise with your PC to gain access to Outlook contacts and locate details easily with auto look-up. The Gigaset DX800A all in one has best-in-class hands-free for wired or wireless hands-free talking. And what’s more, every single conversation is heard in exceptional High Definition sound quality. With its range of energy-saving features and radiation-free mode, this telephone is better for the environment and thanks to three integrated answering machines with a combined recording time of up to 55 minutes, the Gigaset DX800A all in one is equipped to support small businesses.
The Gigaset DX800A will link to your bluetooth mobile phone via Link2mobile meaning you can use the telephone handset to take calls that are received on your mobile phone. The DX800 also allows you to use either a wired (2.5mm socket) headset or bluetooth headset.
UP to 6 cordless handsets can be registered making a 7 phone system possible, call transfer, internal call and three way calling are all features
VoIP and ISDN set up is via a computer (Mac or PC) and the included wizard will guide you through the process.
Professional SOHO solution.
The Gigaset DX800A all in one manages your contacts professionally. As well as providing an address book for up to 1.000 vCards, this valuable multiline desktop phone links to your Outlook contacts. When someone in your small office or home office needs to locate the details of other businesses, the Gigaset DX800A all in one saves time with access to an online net directory and Yellow Pages search. With auto look-up it’s even easier to find the details needed. The online benefits of this hybrid desktop phone do not end there; get useful Gigaset info services direct to your large colour display – RSS news feeds, a weather forecast and more. Also receive email notification, showing details of the sender, subject, time and date. And with Link2Mobile Bluetooth® technology you can make and receive mobile calls from the comfort of the Gigaset DX800A all in one, whenever it suits you.
We are fully trained Gigaset DX800A experts - please call 0845 87 87 877 if you require any further information on this telecomunications marvel.

Revolutionise Communication

The super sleek and stylish Agent Blu bluetooth headset v2.1 + EDR, Class II product offers a multitude of functions including Multipoint Bluetooth Connectivity which allows more than one Bluetooth device to be connected simultaneously.

The Agent Blu has a connectivity range of up to 30 feet (10 metres) from your bluetooth device allowing for easy operation and call answering capabilites. With up to 70 hours standby time, 4 hours talk time and convenient USB charge point, the length of time between charging is minimised. The contemporary design allows Agent Blu to be worn both in or over the ear with detachable ear loop to suit the individuals personal preference. Agent Blu has a one touch design for simplicity and ease of use, with two additional volume buttons located on the side of the unit to control sound levels.

View the Agent BLU in more detail here.

It's Valentines Day

Why not give your loved one a kiss everytime you call them with the Hotlips telephone from DST UK Ltd. 

Ipevo P2V Point to View USB Camera

The Ipevo P2V enables greater interaction between you and your audience. Bring your curriculum or presentation to life by allowing the viewer to see what you see. Simply point the Ipevo P2V at an item, document or screen and it will display this on your computer screen enabling it to be shown on your projector.

Simply plug the P2V in to your existing Mac or Windows computer connected to a projector and use the P2V to display notes, math problems, maps, and share printed
articles and clips without having to spend money on copies.

Featuring a solid weighted base and multi-jointed stand, the P2V brings an extra dimension to your presentation. In addition to showing printed notes and articles, the P2V can be used to show 3-dimensional objects at any angle - ideal for subjects like Science, Geometry, and Art classes.

With its high-resolution 2.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and full autofocus lens, the P2V USB Camera delivers great image quality even when projected onto the big screen. With a Macro focus as close as 1.5" (5cm), you can zoom into the specific details you want to present.

Coupled with the included snapshot software, you can snap images from the class and use them for study guides and tests, or incorporate into PowerPoint presentations.

The Ipevo P2V is a teaching aid that no classroom should be without.