Panasonic KXTC1503W 900 MHz Cordless Phone with Answering Device (White)

by Panasonic

Product Details

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• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00005K2Q6
• Item model number: KX-TC1503W
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 31, 2001

Product Description

Color: White

Amazon.com Product Description

The Panasonic KXTC1503 combines digital technology with easily operable features, resulting in an excellent value. 900 MHz digital operation offers better clarity and longer range than traditional analog phones that operate in the 43-49 MHz band, while 22-channel autoscan selects the frequency with the least interference. Plus, a speakerphone permits hands-free conversations.

The all-digital answering machine stores up to 15 minutes of date/time-stamped messages and supports remote retrieval so that you can check your messages while you're away from home. The unit comes with a pre-recorded answering message, or you can record your own. The new message playback feature plays back only those messages you haven't already listened to, while a two-line LCD panel lets you know how many messages are in your in-box. Instant call interrupt allows you to verify the caller and then pick up the handset even after the machine has already answered. Other answering system features include a toll saver, slow-talk message playback, and voice prompts.

The extra-long-life battery can handle up to 6 hours of talk time and up to 14 days on standby without recharging. A 10-station speed dialer is provided for those numbers you call the most. Two-way paging/automatic intercom means you don't have to spend time looking for that pesky handset. Both ringer and handset volumes can be toggled between three volume levels and you can also select between tone and pulse dialing. Flash and redial buttons are included, and the positive charge self-cleaning battery contacts ensure efficient (and therefore shorter) recharging time. The phone is easily wall-mountable and comes backed with a one-year warranty that covers parts and service.

From the Manufacturer

The Panasonic KX-TC1503 cordless phone operates on the 900 MHz frequency for longer range and better clarity than traditional 43 to 49 MHz cordless phones. In addition to assuring clear, cordless phone sound quality and extended range, this model also helps users stay in touch with extra-long battery life. Equipped with a built-in all digital answering system, the KX-TC1503 can handle your calls when you're not available. A microchip stores and handles all the messages which makes operation simple and virtually instant. The answering systems accommodate up to 15 minutes of incoming and outgoing messages and automatically records the date and time the message was recorded.

New-message playback will play only the messages you haven't heard, and auto-interrupt will automatically stop recording an incoming message if the handset is picked up. Additionally, a two-digit LCD call counter will display the number of messages that are waiting to be heard. The KX-TC1503 also includes remote operation for retrieving your messages when you're away from home. This unit also features a handy two-way paging/automatic intercom function that enables communication between the base and the handset.

This phone is wall mountable and also include a handset locator, three-level handset volume control, flash/redial, tone/pulse capability, adjustable ringer (off/low/high), positive-charge, self-cleaning battery contacts, toll saver, and call screening.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

86 of 87 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rugged, well-designed cordless phone., November 6, 2001

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A Customer - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic KXTC1503B 900 MHz Digital Cordless Phone with Answering Device (Black) (Office Product)

We bought a Panasonic KX-TC1450B cordless phone for a busy construction site office over a year ago. This phone has had heavy use by many people every day since. I frequently use it for up to an hour a day.

WHY DID WE BUY THIS MODEL?
Almost luck of the draw. It was a Panasonic, which is a reasonable name, and the picture on the box showed a professional looking phone. But I was in a hurry, and could just as easily have picked up another brand.

EASY TO SET UP?
Certainly. I took this out of the box, plugged the transformer into a wall socket, plugged the phone cable into the socket in the base unit, plopped the phone unit into the base unit, and left it alone for 10 minutes before making my first call. Dead easy.
There is a manual, but I've no idea what it says. I only read manuals when I cannot get something to work, and believe that consumer goods should be intuitive to use. I ignore manuals at my risk!

FEATURES
This phone is laden with features, including backlit number keys, intercom, a speakerphone feature that is good for conference calls, ringer and speaker volume settings, a REDIAL button, and programmable keys, a phone-beeper on the base unit, to help find a lost phone. Recharging light. Even a jack on the phone unit for headphones.

EASE OF USE?
Easy and intuitive. Pick it up, press TALK, then dial.

The phone is comfortable in my hand, and has a nice heft to it.

I particularly like the way that the keys light up from behind. This is a useful feature for a crowded site office, because I can dial outside in the dark, getting away from noisy co-workers.

I use the REDIAL button frequently because our satellite phone system does not always connect first time. A great feature!

LENGTH OF CHARGE?
I'm not sure, because this phone is used by so many people, but the charge lasts for ages. We generally keep the phone off the base, to prolong the battery life, and only charge it when it starts to beep and the recharge light comes on. We're still on the original battery pack.

DURABILITY
The phone has a tough black plastic casing that is lasting very well. It has been dropped by me at least twice, and probably by others too. The keys are very durable, with no label wear yet.

CLARITY AND RANGE
This phone is as clear as any office phone that I've used. I've not tested the range extremes, but have often used it up to 50 m from base with no loss of reception.

RATING:
In conclusion, I am delighted with this phone. It is well designed and well made, and is easy to use, even in the dark. When my old Sony home phone dies, I will very likely buy one of these to replace it. I have no hesitation in rating it as excellent, a number 5.

63 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sophistication without complication., August 7, 2001

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Kim Schooley (Tucson, Arizona United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic KXTC1503B 900 MHz Digital Cordless Phone with Answering Device (Black) (Office Product)

I've had this phone for about a month now. One of the things that I really like about it is the ease of using it. I got home from work and plugged it in to charge. Like most cordless phones, it has to charge for 18 hours when you first get it. My two teenage sons decided to plug it in for use while I was at work the next day and it has worked like a champ since. I never even had to record a greeting for the answering machine. It has an automatic one. You can record your own greeting if you want to, but it's not necessary.

The next thing that surprised me was when I actually got to use the phone for the first time. I was expecting that slight static sound that was always there with my previous cordless, but this phone is surprisingly clear. Very clear. It still surprises me each time I use it.

This phone was very easy to program and the answering machine is really easy to use. No special degree required. (grin)

If your world is as hectic as mine and you don't have time to fool with complicated electronic stuff, I'd definitely recommend this phone. It has a nice, modern look that says "I'm very sophisticated", but is surprisingly VERY user friendly.

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product, July 11, 2001

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John Douglas Henry (Santa Barbara, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic KXTC1503B 900 MHz Digital Cordless Phone with Answering Device (Black) (Office Product)

This phone/ans. machine is a huge improvement over my former ATT digital device which cost in excess of .... It is simple, with functions that are unmistakeable, and instantly usable. The product emphasis is clearly on performance rather than intrigue or charm or multiplicity of functions. Clear sound, more than adequate range.

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