The description says it requires 2 AAA batteries (included)...is that to power the cordless handsets or to power the base? If it is to power the base, what features rely on the battery power? If it is to power the cordless handsets, no worries :) The description says it requires 2 AAA batteries (included)...is that to power the cordless handsets or to power the base? If it is to power the base, what features rely on the battery power? If... » Read More The description says it requires 2 AAA batteries (included)...is that to power the cordless handsets or to power the base? If it is to power the base, what features rely on the battery power? If it is to power the cordless handsets, no worries :) « Show Less
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Batteries are for the cordless handset :) the base has its own separate cord to plug into a wall socket
1116682
It is to power the cordless, I didn't realize this until you asked the question and I checked. I thought the batteries were just in case you havepower interruption, that's not the case. I guess that would be another strike against it.
1872666
Yes, you do need the base. However, this expensive phone system has not worked well for us. It has some sound quality issues on all three phones we purchased.
183900
I realize this question was posed 18 months ago, but if anyone else is considering purchasing; this item will only support one device. The purpose of this device is to REPLACE the DC power plug on your cordless phone... and it only has one cable to make that connection. As a word of warning, apparently these are no longer being manufactured, and the stock is 8-9 years old (mine received today was made in Nov, 2003). I had one of these several years ago and it worked so well that I'm taking the chance on another one... but batteries of this age are questionable.
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High Flyer,I looked up the user manual for EV2653 cordless phone system. The manual says to charge the included 600mAh AAA cells for 12 hours prior to first use, but subsequent maintenance charge only takes 8 hours. Base on this info, I can safely conclude that it is a dumb charger with a constant current of 75mA.You should be able to use the eneloop 800mAh AAA cells in the handset just fine. However, since the handset is being charged daily, you don't really need low-self-discharge cells in it. Ordinary 1000mAh NiMH cells may actually do better since they can provide longer talk time for the women in the house... No wait, just stick to the eneloop cells in that case. High Flyer,I looked up the user manual for EV2653 cordless phone system. The manual says to charge the included 600mAh AAA cells for 12 hours prior to first use, but subsequent maintenance charge only takes 8 hours. Base on this info, I can safely conclude that it is a dumb charger with a constant current of 75mA.You should be able to use the eneloop 800mAh AAA cells in the handset just fine. However, since the handset is being charged daily, you don't really need low-self-discharge cells in it. Ordinary 1000mAh NiMH cells may actually do better since they can provide... » Read More High Flyer,I looked up the user manual for EV2653 cordless phone system. The manual says to charge the included 600mAh AAA cells for 12 hours prior to first use, but subsequent maintenance charge only takes 8 hours. Base on this info, I can safely conclude that it is a dumb charger with a constant current of 75mA.You should be able to use the eneloop 800mAh AAA cells in the handset just fine. However, since the handset is being charged daily, you don't really need low-self-discharge cells in it. Ordinary 1000mAh NiMH cells may actually do better since they can provide longer talk time for the women in the house... No wait, just stick to the eneloop cells in that case. « Show Less
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The phone does not have to be in the base. You can put the phone anywhere you want in the house or even out in the yard or garage. However, the base must be plugged into an outlet for the phone to work (it's like a transmitter or whatever the proper term is). Also, the base is the re-charger when the battery gets low on the phone. Like a cell phone, the more you use the phone the sooner it loses it's charge. It does seem to hold a charge for quite awhile. I usually put my phone back on the base when not in use, just out of habit. Also, you have to have the main unit for the auxiliary phones to work.
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The base (corded) phone is approximately 7.5 in wide by 9 in tall. Did not measure depth. Yes it requires electricity to power the connection with the cordless phones. I do not understand why this information is not in the description or could be answered by the seller????
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actually, only the base need be connected to the telephone line! Tha handsets communicate with the base The smaller bases are only to keep the phones charged.
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It doesn't need a battery. I think what caused confusion is the need of cordless phones to have a battery to charge to be able to receive a signal. This is an "old fashioned" phone that is directly connected to the phone line. If the electricity goes out, it is not affected.
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The battery is made for a cordless phone that has to be recharged after leaving it off the base. When you put the phone back on the base, the battery gets recharged. The phone will actually tell you when you need to recharge the phone. My first battery lasted over 5 years.
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The handset comes with a rechargeable battery. The base (charging unit) is not rechargeable.
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Hi there! This items Requires 3 AAA batteries (included). Have a great day! Vanessa
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The charging base for this item plugs into a regular wall outlet for electrical power to keep the battery in the phone charged. However... the phone/handset connects via wireless to the base station VTech CS6419-2 DECT 6.0 Cordless Phone and I believe you can have up to 4 or 5 handsets like the one you are asking about using wireless to connect to the base station. Only the base station has a phone cable to a wall jack to connect it to the outside world.
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There is a cover on the back of the handset that slides off. Look just below the clip for a dip. There is an arrow pointing toward the bottom of the phone. Just push down firmly and slide off the end of handset. You will need 2 AAA batteries.
1980544
From the Owner's Manual: Included with the phone is: AC Adapter (plug-in), Telephone Cord, Rechargeable Battery. The handset is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. The battery recharges auomatically when the handset is placed in the base unit. Replacement parts may be purchased on Uniden's website. What we love most about this unit is the simplicity and utter convenience.
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The piece in the photo is a handset in the home base. You only need one of these. The secondary handsets for other rooms are much smaller and are only chargers/holders for the handset. You only need one home base, it's the one that plugs into your phone service. The second, third...whatever do not plug into your house wiring, only to an electrical outlet for recharging. I hope that helped answer the question. The longer I have this phone the more I am liking it. I have the main home base unit, as shown in my living room and the other handsets with their chargers in bedrooms. On my nightstand I used double sided tape to mount the charger to keep it exactly where I place it. That worked perfectly. The piece in the photo is a handset in the home base. You only need one of these. The secondary handsets for other rooms are much smaller and are only chargers/holders for the handset. You only need one home base, it's the one that plugs into your phone service. The second, third...whatever do not plug into your house wiring, only to an electrical outlet for recharging. I hope that helped answer the question. The longer I have this phone the more I am liking it. I have the main home base unit, as shown in my living room and the other handsets with their chargers in bedrooms. On my... » Read More The piece in the photo is a handset in the home base. You only need one of these. The secondary handsets for other rooms are much smaller and are only chargers/holders for the handset. You only need one home base, it's the one that plugs into your phone service. The second, third...whatever do not plug into your house wiring, only to an electrical outlet for recharging. I hope that helped answer the question. The longer I have this phone the more I am liking it. I have the main home base unit, as shown in my living room and the other handsets with their chargers in bedrooms. On my nightstand I used double sided tape to mount the charger to keep it exactly where I place it. That worked perfectly. « Show Less
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The base and each unit has a "charger" that plugs into an electric outlet. Each handset has a set of rechargeable batteries that, compared to other phones, are least expensive to replace. I gave these as a gift but have had a set like these for over a year. I've talked as long as 2 hrs on handset and have yet to replace the batteries. I would imagine that the length of the charge will depend on the age of the batteries. I've found these phones to be excellent and the recipient of this set is also pleased with theirs. There are other features that make is system very user friendly. (I'm not a Panasonic employee just a very satisfied customer 8-) ) The base and each unit has a "charger" that plugs into an electric outlet. Each handset has a set of rechargeable batteries that, compared to other phones, are least expensive to replace. I gave these as a gift but have had a set like these for over a year. I've talked as long as 2 hrs on handset and have yet to replace the batteries. I would imagine that the length of the charge will depend on the age of the batteries. I've found these phones to be excellent and the recipient of this set is also pleased with theirs. There are other features that make is system very user friendly.... » Read More The base and each unit has a "charger" that plugs into an electric outlet. Each handset has a set of rechargeable batteries that, compared to other phones, are least expensive to replace. I gave these as a gift but have had a set like these for over a year. I've talked as long as 2 hrs on handset and have yet to replace the batteries. I would imagine that the length of the charge will depend on the age of the batteries. I've found these phones to be excellent and the recipient of this set is also pleased with theirs. There are other features that make is system very user friendly. (I'm not a Panasonic employee just a very satisfied customer 8-) ) « Show Less
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The handset has a Li-Ion battery. I've never run down the battery to the point that I must re-charge. I surmise that it will last at least several hours like a mobile phone. Otherwise the numbers and loudness is great when using the phone. The only problem that bothered me was the ringer volume was weaker than I had expected. Being an engineer that I am, I felt that Uniden dropped the ball on this part of the design. The light works, but even then it's not like a bright flash like a strobe light to really catch your attention. Like the other person who commented, you can leave it off the cradle for a day or 2 and it should be fine. The handset has a Li-Ion battery. I've never run down the battery to the point that I must re-charge. I surmise that it will last at least several hours like a mobile phone. Otherwise the numbers and loudness is great when using the phone. The only problem that bothered me was the ringer volume was weaker than I had expected. Being an engineer that I am, I felt that Uniden dropped the ball on this part of the design. The light works, but even then it's not like a bright flash like a strobe light to really catch your attention. Like the other person who commented, you can leave it off the... » Read More The handset has a Li-Ion battery. I've never run down the battery to the point that I must re-charge. I surmise that it will last at least several hours like a mobile phone. Otherwise the numbers and loudness is great when using the phone. The only problem that bothered me was the ringer volume was weaker than I had expected. Being an engineer that I am, I felt that Uniden dropped the ball on this part of the design. The light works, but even then it's not like a bright flash like a strobe light to really catch your attention. Like the other person who commented, you can leave it off the cradle for a day or 2 and it should be fine. « Show Less