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Amplicomms PowerTel 196 Amplified Telephone

£60.00 ex.VAT £72.00 inc.VAT

The Amplicomms Powertel 196 is one of the loudest phones on the market. The Powertel 196 separates itself from similar phones with its use of the latest technology to provide the clearest sound possible – even at very high levels of amplification.

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The Amplicomms PowerTel 196 is one of the loudest phones on the market. The PowerTel 196 separates itself from similar phones with its use of the latest technology to provide the clearest sound possible – even at very high levels of amplification. Built with a high-quality acoustic chamber, sound quality is maintained at all volume levels, and echo cancellation helps to eliminate acoustic feedback to ensure every word is heard as clearly as possible.

*Please note – Because of the extra amplification required, the Amplicomms PowerTel 196 comes supplied with a power supply and needs to be connected to mains electricity. There is insufficient power in the line alone to power this phone.

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Other landline phones in the Amplicomms range include the BigTel 40 Plus and the Bigtel 50 Alarm Plus. You can explore the wide range of Easy to Use Home Phones here.

The elderly or hearing impaired will often need an extra-loud phone to hear conversations clearly, but a lot of these phones focus solely on amplification at the expense of sound quality. The Amplicomms PowerTel 196 Extra-Loud Corded Amplified Telephone not only provides an amplified handset adjustable to a booming 60dB, but also incorporates the latest technology to ensure the loud sound is clear, without any distortion.

Just How Loud Is The Amplicomms PowerTel 196?

In terms of volume, the PowerTel 196 matches our loudest amplified telephones with an extra-loud 60dB of receiver volume, which is roughly 32 times louder than a standard handset. The ringer is also extraordinarily loud, as it is adjustable up to 90db to ensure that even those with severe hearing impairment should be able to detect a call when it comes in.

The PowerTel 196 separates itself from similar phones with its use of the latest technology to provide the clearest sound possible – even at high levels of amplification. Built with a high-quality acoustic chamber, sound quality is maintained at all volume levels, and echo cancellation helps to eliminate acoustic feedback to ensure every word is heard as clearly as possible.

As many of us will use handsfree mode as often as picking up the receiver, it is designed to be loud and clear with Duplex simultaneous two-way audio technology. This will provide a loud and clear sound during handsfree calls, and will limit any echo or distortion on higher volumes.

Particularly useful for the hard of hearing, this phone features an extra-bright red LED call indicator light on the top right of the unit which will flash brightly when a call is incoming. This means that users, particularly individuals with reduced hearing, will be less likely to miss a call as the bright light will catch their attention when in eyeshot.

Suitable for the Visually Impaired

The PowerTel includes a large backlit display that will show the caller’s name and number while on a call, and the date and time when in standby mode. This bright screen can be adjusted between five contrast modes, providing an easy viewing experience for those with deteriorating eyesight. As well as providing excellent audio volume and clarity, the PowerTel 196 provides improved usability. Two speed-dial buttons are included under the large high-contrast display, and the handsfree, audio boost and volume control options can all be selected with the touch of a large button on the right-hand side of the unit.

Amplicomms PowerTel 196 Key Features

  • Handset volume: Up to 60dB (32x a standard phone)
  • Ringer volume: Up to 90dB
  • Visual ring indicator: Extra-bright LED
  • Hearing aid compatible: Yes
  • Speed-dial: Two direct memory keys
  • Phone book: 200 number storage
  • Caller ID: Yes
  • Answering machine: No
Shipping & Delivery

Our standard delivery charge is £6 ex VAT per order for a 1 to 2 day delivery, Monday-Friday to all UK mainland destinations. Orders over £250 ex VAT will receive free of charge delivery (exceptions may apply). Order must be placed before 3pm to ensure same day dispatch, orders received outside of our standard business hours will be processed the next business day.

For all other destinations or premium delivery options please contact our customer services team.

Our standard delivery is a tracked service via courier and will require a signature.