On 8/21/2014 4:30 PM, Bob wrote:
Hi,

For anyone pretty sharp with cordless phone systems.

We have a several year old V-Tech cordless phone with the answering
machine in the base. Has one handset, only, that sits in the base.

Hooked up to our land line phone.

Wife has medical issues, and is in love with the base unit's
construction, sound quality, push button shape and size, etc.
Doesn't want to part with it.

CY: When my Dad was getting along, we got him a
cell phone, and showed him how to use it.

We now need a bunch of hansets all over the house. The V-Tech is very
old now, and new
handsets for it are not available.
CY: Bummer. And likely great quality.


So, what happens if I buy, e.g. one of the new Panasonic ones, that
comes with 4 handsets, and also has the answering
machine in the base.

What happens if I hook both systems up in parallel to the same line ?

An incoming call would trigger both system's handsets. True ?

CY: Yes, should.


If not answered, they both would record the call. True ?

CY: Most machines can be set for two or four rings. I'd
set your favorite for two.


If I pick up a handset on the new Panasonic system, the old V-Tech
answering machine would (then) do nothing. True ?

CY: Sounds right.


Guess I'm asking your opinions if having both is practical, and what
happens for the different incoming call
scenerios before any purchasing.

CY: By the authority vested in me, I confer
the title of "great idea tester, third class"
pending your field report. You may be promoted
to second or (much later) first class.



Much thanks,
Bob