Vtech DECT 6.0 Expandable 2-Handset Cordless Phone System with Digital Answering Device and Caller ID (CS6229-2)

by VTech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.3 x 8.5 x 7.1 inches ; 2.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001S2PKGI
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: CS6229-2
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (371 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #6 in Electronics > Office Electronics > Telephones & Accessories > Cordless Telephones
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Intercom, call-transfer, conference capabilities, and more. View larger.

Caller ID feature stores up to 50 calls. View larger.

Two Handset Expandable Cordless Phone System with Digital Answering System and Caller ID

Perfect for busy families at home, the VTech CS6229-2 cordless phone system comes with two handsets, a digital answering system and caller ID. DECT 6.0 Digital technology delivers superior sound quality, security and range, while ensuring wireless networks and other electronic devices don't interfere with conversations.

With 12 minutes of recording time, the digital answering system answers calls when you can't—without requiring you to maintain tapes or moving parts. The handsets come with speakerphones that make hands-free conversations super convenient. Plus, intercom, call-transfer and conference capabilities streamline in-home communication, cutting down on the need to shout to be heard throughout the house. The VTech CS6229-2 can expand up to six handsets using only one phone jack (the VTech CS6209), making it ideal for growing families.

Cordless Phone Features		CS6229-2	CS6209
VTech Cordless Phone			Additional handset sold separately.
Brand Specifics	DECT 6.0 digital technology	•	•
	Interference-free	•	•
	Digital Security	•	•
	50 name and number phonebook directory	•	•
	Remote Message Retrieval	•
General	Frequency	DECT 6.0	DECT 6.0
	Type of Phone	Cordless	Cordless
	Number of Incoming Lines	1	1
	Answering Device	•
	Speakerphone	•	•
	Caller ID	•	•
	Audible Time and Date Stamp on Recorded Messages	•
Base	Wall Mount	•
	Keypad on Base
	Call Waiting	•	•
	Number of Mailboxes	1
	Compatible with	CS6209
	Backlit Keypads	•	•
	Intercom	•	•
	Color	Black and white	Black and white
	Speed Dial	•	•
	Page/handset locator	•
Handset	Handsets Included	2
	Number of Stations Expandable	6
	LCD Display	1-1/4 by 1-1/4 inches	1-1/4 by 1-1/4 inches
	Headset Jack
	Call Transfer	•	•
	Hearing Aid Compatible	•	•
What's in the Box		Base, 2 handsets, wall-mount bracket, batteries, remote charger, and instruction manual.	Handset.

Product Description

The VTech CS6229-2 cordless phone system comes with two handsets, a digital answering system and caller ID. DECT 6.0 Digital technology delivers superior sound quality, security and range, while ensuring wireless networks and other electronic devices don't interfere with conversations.With 12 minutes of recording time, the digital answering system answers calls when you can't—without requiring you to maintain tapes or moving parts. The handsets come with speakerphones that make hands-free conversations super convenient. Plus, intercom, call-transfer and conference capabilities streamline in-home communication, cutting down on the need to shout to be heard throughout the house. The VTech CS6229-2 can expand up to six handsets using only one phone jack (the VTech CS6209), making it ideal for growing families.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

416 of 417 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Phone System For Basic Needs, December 31, 2009

By 

Philip R. Heath "Gadgets, Music, & Books" (DFW) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vtech DECT 6.0 Expandable 2-Handset Cordless Phone System with Digital Answering Device and Caller ID (CS6229-2) (Office Product)

This is a very nice cordless phone system from Vtech. I got this model to replace a model with which I had become very frustrated. However, I am happy to report that this system has met my expectations which are:

* DECT 6.0 - to avoid interference with wireless internet
* Handset usability
* Easy to use answering machine
* Able to use both handsets on the same call

The call quality from this system is great. My previous system was on the 2.4 GHz frequency, and was always fuzzy. However that's not the case with this Vtech model. The caller on the other end is comes through crisply with ample volume.

On my old system, the "Talk" button was raised such that if you tried to hold the phone with your shoulder, you would almost always hang up on the call. I found this very aggravating, but the Vtech handsets pose no issues here. I find the controls fairly intuitive too. I have not had to consult the detailed user manual in order to do what I want and need to do.

I may be a bit behind the times on this, but this is the first phone system I've had where all setup is done from the handset. Have you ever been frustrated with the buttons on answering machine bases that do different things based on how long you hold them down? This is gone in this system. The handset has an easy to navigate menu system that mimics what I remember from my older Nokia cellphones. Playback can be controlled from the base station, but that is the only thing it does. You can also playback messages from the handset.

The final thing I was looking for might seem a little odd, but you won't notice it until you need it. On my old system, only one handset could be active on a call at any time. That is not the case with this Vtech system.

I don't ask my phone system to do a whole lot, but I do want it to do these things very well. I'm very pleased with this system from Vtech. If your needs are similar to mine, I think you will be too. Please feel free to ask questions in the comments section below.

81 of 83 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome phone., September 24, 2009

By 

Victor Ml. "VMl." (DR) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Vtech DECT 6.0 Expandable 2-Handset Cordless Phone System with Digital Answering Device and Caller ID (CS6229-2) (Office Product)

Very good sound, excelent battery life, user friendly, usefull features...
This phone is way beyond good.

It is easy to use, small, light. When you program the date or the directory on
the Phone #1 the #2 gets updated as well. The intercomm feature is very nice,
the speaker sounds really nice and loud. You don't lose signal eventhough you
are very far from the base. The voicemail is very easy to set up and messages
are easy to recall.

I made no mistake by choosing this phone, it is more than I was expecting. If
you buy one of this you won't regret it.

116 of 123 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great phone!, May 18, 2009

By 

MissT (Hatboro, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Vtech DECT 6.0 Expandable 2-Handset Cordless Phone System with Digital Answering Device and Caller ID (CS6229-2) (Office Product)

It's easy to program, has good reception and lots of cool features. The reason I gave it 4 stars is because in the Philadelphia area where I live, you must enter the area code for local calls. When paging through the missed calls, it doesn't show the area code. So if you try and hit dial from there, it won't work. You have to just memorize the number and manually dial it, assuming what the area code is. This may not be an issue for a lot of people, but it's a pain for us.