Uniden TRU-4485-2 2.4 GHz DSS Cordless Phone with Call Waiting, Digital Answering System, and Speakerphone

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• Item Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000063KDT
• Item model number: TRU4485-2
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
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• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 9, 2002

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The sleekly designed Uniden TRU 4485-2 2.4 GHz digital spread spectrum cordless phone optimizes your communications at home or in a small office with dual handsets, call transfer, caller ID, a digital answering system, and speaker phone, among many other features.

The second handset stores in a charging cradle and permits the transfer of calls between handsets in different locations and lets you note the handset status with an LED indicator. The caller ID displays menus in Spanish, English, and French (with service subscription for call waiting and caller ID). Also included is convenient dialing with dynamic caller ID memory and last-three-number redial.

Uniden digital technology ensures clarity and security with features to provide all the basic benefits you look for in a phone. The TRU 4485-2 uses microchip technology requiring no message tapes, and the speakerphone gives you hands-free freedom and flexibility. Set your preference with distinctive rings: four melody ringers and six ring tones. You can scroll through caller ID and memory while on a call. An indicating light lets you know when you have voicemail waiting. The phone comes ready for a headset with a built-in jack. The NiMH battery has a long life with 10 days on standby and six hours of talk time.

Product Description

Uniden is creating a World Without Wires. Which means the company is building products that give its customers more freedom to enjoy life, solve problems and always stay connected with others. From cordless phones to two-way radios to radar detectors, Uniden makes electronic wonders an everyday occurrence. As one of the world's largest manufacturers of cordless phones and consumer communications devices, chances are there's a Uniden product that's already making things more convenient in and around your home.Uniden TRU4485-2 phone features a 2.4 GHz Digital Spread Spectrum technology, a complete dual handset system and a digital answering system that handles your calls while you are out; supports Caller ID/Call Waiting and handset-to-handset call transfer functions.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

53 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good sound, Good range and Good recording, December 28, 2002

By	E. Gehr - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've been looking for an answering machine/cordless phone to replace my old AT&T 5635. I needed better quality message recording and a speaker phone option. Most reviews complained about recording and/or speaker phone quality problems from VTech, AT&T and Panasonic. The Uniden line did not suffer from this shortcoming in most of the reviews I saw. Initially I was looking at the new 5.8Ghz model, but the price was more then I wanted to pay. I bought this 2.4Ghz model and it is everything I needed and then some. The only limitation I have noted is that you cannot talk on both cordless phones at the same time, but you can use one cordless and the base speaker phone together. You can also transfer a call from one cordless to another or to the base. Record time is limited to 10 minutes and can be set to limit each message to either 1 or 4 minutes. Not really a big deal for me, but if you get a lot of messages get a phone with larger memory. Reception is good, as is speaker/mic quality on the handsets. No static noted in my area.

35 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased!, May 9, 2003

By	J. Fretwell "lvr2grls" (So. Calif) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

So far I have been pleased with this purchase.

Pros:
Great reception and range. Great battery life. I talk on the phone a lot and sometimes forget to charge it for a day or two and have no problems. Clear sound quality. Ability to access messages from the handsets as well as the base. I purchased my set with headsets included and use them every time I'm on the phone, definite bonus for busy moms! Preprogrammed outgoing message for answering machine, but you can also record your own without overriding the original. So if you ever want to switch between the two, you can.

Cons:
You do have to program each phone individually for storing numbers, changing ring tones, etc. Somewhat of a drawback, but not a major complaint.

If you are looking for a multiple handset system that you can have more than one person on the line at the same time, this won't work. Only one handset can be used at a time, and a call has to be "transferred" to the other handset. (for my purposes, this is not a big deal).

So far I have been happy with this phone. I'm still learning the different features that are available. It's not a complicated phone, but is definitely a lot different than my basic 900 mhz phone with no options.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars VERY HAPPY WITH THIS PHONE!!!, May 10, 2003

By	Masa (LA, CA USA LA CA) - See all my reviews

I've read the other reviews. I did not encounter any of the problems that they have. My headsets both work fine and I haven't had any complaints about my voice not being loud enough on the other end.

The reception is very clear. I walked and talked from my apartment to my friends apartment 5 units away (all 2 bedroom units) with no static at all. The reception was lost when I went inside, but was clear until then. I've only encountered VERY MINIMAL static while using the microwave and near a computer monitor. It did not affect conversation at all.

I was a little disappointed when I found out that the answering machine only holds 10 min worth of messages, but then I realized that I have never received at most more than 3-4 minutes worth of messages in my life. One important note about the answering machine is that you do NOT lose your messages if there is a power failure. I tried unplugging my base unit for about 45 min. and the messages were still there.

I chose this phone above others with the same features for 4 primary reasons:

1) NiMH batties - last much longer and don't have recharge memory problems like the more common NiCad batteries do.

2) 2.4 GHz digital spread spectrum - From what I understand, the digital spread spectrum phones are much better for privacy concerns.

3) 2 Handsets - If one battery is dying in the middle of a conversation, I can just grab the other handset which is fully charged.

4) Great price!