The Amplicomms BigTel 1580 has good volume levels and is a great option for anyone who would like an easy to use cordless landline phone with an easy to use answer machine in their home. Designed for comfort and practicality, this is an entry level cordless phone with good clear sound and an extra loud ring of up to 90dB. There are also three direct dial memory buttons so you can reach family and friends with ease. The answer machine has a generous 30 mins of recording time.
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It’s simple and easy to add additional handsets with Amplicomms phones, simply select the base you would like to connect to through the intuitive menu and enter your 4 digit pin (the pin is set to 0000 by default). This phone can connect to a maximum of three additional handsets (four in total). It is possible to purchase the BigTel 1580 as a twin pack, which is known as the BigTel 1582 or a triple, the BigTel 1583. For users who don’t require an answer machine we recommend the BigTel 1500. For users who want the security of a corded telephone with the mobility afforded by a cordless handset, we recommend the Amplicomms BigTel 1580 Combo. You can click here to browse the full range of easy to use phones for the home.
How Loud Is the Amplicomms BigTel 1580?
Featuring a one-touch volume boost button on the side of the handset, this amplified telephones receiver volume can be increased by 35dB (decibels). The ringer volume is adjustable up to 90dB, which is loud enough to be suitable for the vast majority of users. This amplified phone is fully hearing aid compatible, up to and including the M4/T4 specification, which is the highest specification of hearing aid available. The combination of great amplification and hearing aid compatibility make this phone especially suitable for those who are hard of hearing.
Is the Amplicomms BigTel 1580 Easy to Use
Due to the large, high-quality screen and the ergonomic big-button keypad this phone is simple to operate, even for users with limited vision or dexterity. The intuitive menu is easy to use and the clear, concise user guide helps make this phone even more user-friendly.
The caller number is displayed clearly on the large screen, and if the number has been previously saved it will display the contact name instead. It’s easy to save numbers into the phonebook by copying them from the Caller ID Log, which keeps a record of the last 50 incoming calls, including the date and time of the call. There are three speed dial buttons that have been clearly marked “M1, M2 and M3” at the top of the phone keypad. Simply press the memory key when you are setting up the phone, enter a name and number and you’ll be able to reach that contact with a press of the button, taking all the hassle out of staying in touch with loved ones.
Amplicomms BigTel 1580 Features:
- One-touch audio-boost on handset side (+35dB)
- Extra loud ringers (up to 90dB)
- Answer machine with 30 mins record time
- Call block function with a dedicated key and an automatic mode: up to 100 entries!
- 3 direct memory keys (M1, M2, M3)
- Large high quality full graphic display
- Hands-free function
- Ergonomic big button keypad
- Visual ringer LED
- Hearing Aid Compatible
- Blue backlit display
- Earpiece volume control (5 levels)
- Up to 3 additional handsets can be added