VTech ip5825 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Speakerphone with Dual Handsets and Caller ID (Pewter)

by VTech

Product Details

Product Manual [1.29mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 3 x 5 inches ; 3 pounds
• 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: B0001MR140
• Item model number: ip5825
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (58 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 12, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

VTech's ip5825 cordless phone system offers 5.8 GHz digital spread spectrum operation and a comprehensive combination of features at an affordable price. 5.8 GHz DSS transmission represents the latest in today's cordless phone technologies, offering clearer reception, increased range and security, and less interference than older phones using the much busier 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz bands.

The ip5825 includes two handsets but requires only one phone jack. Just plug the base unit into any existing jack, and place the second handset and charger anywhere that you need an extra phone—all the latter needs is a power outlet. You can use the two handsets as a convenient around-the-house intercom system, transfer calls between handsets, and even share a conference call. Ready for caller ID and call waiting (require phone company service), each handset has a three-line backlit LCD that displays the name and number of any incoming call. Up to 50 names and numbers are stored in the handset's memory, which can be accessed at any time by simply pressing arrow keys to scroll through the caller ID log. You can delete entries at any time, and you can display information in English, Spanish, or French. Two hands-free conversation choices are available: speakerphone (both base and handset) or an optional headset (2.5 mm jack and belt clip included). Additional features include illuminated handset keypads, any key answer, handset volume, a mute button, and redial. The phone has a sleek gray exterior with a modern-looking finish, and it doesn't take up a lot of room. It can even be wall mounted. What's in the Box ip5825 cordless phone base unit, two handsets, one remote charger stand, two AC power adapters, one phone line cord, two battery packs, two belt clips, user guide, warranty information.

Product Description

CANADA 5.8GHz cordless

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Customer Reviews

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100 of 103 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars 5.8? You judge, July 26, 2004

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tallJay "tallJay" (NJ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: VTech ip5825 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Speakerphone with Dual Handsets and Caller ID (Pewter) (Office Product)

Note the 5825 does not have an answering machine (the 5850 does).
To start, I want to point out that this is actually a hybrid 2.4/5.8 system. The handset transmits @ 2.4GHz and the base @ 5.8 GHz. (I remember Panasonic did a similar thing with their first 2.4 phones which actually used 2.4 and 900MHz.) So if you think this phone will be 100% interference free from 2.4 GHz sources you may be disappointed (though I have not had any problems yet with our other 2.4G phone). Now leaving that, I find that this phone works quite well. The sound is good with normal use, speakerphone and headset. I especially like that there is only one phonebook that either handset can access. I also like that it uses regular AAA NiMH batteries (included).
I took off one star because of the extremely limited way you can edit names/numbers in the phone book. For example, you cannot add a "1" in front of a number. You have to delete the whole number and re-enter it. Same with names.

58 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best 5.8 GHz Phone We've Found, July 6, 2004

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G. Smith (Huntington Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: VTech ip5825 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Speakerphone with Dual Handsets and Caller ID (Pewter) (Office Product)

We've been looking to replace our Panasonic 900 MHz phone which just died. We tried numerous Panasonic phones (2.4 and 5.8 GHz), and were unhappy with most of them. Brought home the Vtech i5867 5.8 Ghz with the built-in digital answering machine to try out. The phone had great sound quality, but the answering machine sounded terrible. In fact, most of the built-in answering machines we tried were awful. I know, digital will never be as clear as tape. But you should at least be able to understand part of the message a caller leaves. We finally found the ip5825 and decided to purchase a separate digital answering machine (AT&T). We're very happy with our choice. What can you say? The price is reasonable, the phone has excellent sound quality and range, and it uses the standard AAA rechargeable batteries. So you can go to your local Wal-Mart for replacements. I've been a panasonic fan for along time, so it was hard at first switching to Vtech. But the Panasonic 5.8 GHz phones were all pretty expensive compared to the Vtech. And to be honest, didn't sound as good.

The only negative I would mention is the on/off buttons on the handset could be a little larger and easier to locate. But the ip 5825 has the "any key answer" feature, which kind of makes that complaint mute. You can't go wrong for the price.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great features and performance, September 8, 2004

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ian17552 (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: VTech ip5825 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Speakerphone with Dual Handsets and Caller ID (Pewter) (Office Product)

I recently got these phones from Costco and am very pleased. They replaced a much more expensive Siemens system that I'd had for four years. At first I was a bit disappointed by the toy like appearance that these phones have and I would have been happy to return them if there had been anything functional that I didn't like about them. After a month, I don't care what they look like because I love these phones.

Here's what I like:
Great range - I live in a three story house in the city and I get great reception in every room and even outside. Better than I've ever had with a cordless set.
Excellent volume - I hear people much better than I am used to, the sound is quite clear, the volume controls are simple and easy to access. I've had nothing but positives on how I sound to other people.
Speakerphone - Surprisingly good! I can use it with confidence of great sound both ways. Also is a huge help for those times when I'm in some call queue.
Voice Mail waiting indicator - love having that.
Other things I like: It stands upright on my desk. It feels sturdy. It was easy to set up. The batteries will be easily replaceable if need be. Nice weight. Number entered in phone book on phones automatically copies to the other phone.

Possible negatives:
Can't add more phones. Keys, though lighted, are a bit small. That's about it.

Don't let the toy like appearance put you off.