Amplicomms BigTel 40 Plus Big Button Amplified Corded Telephone with Photo Buttons
For the hard of hearing or visually impaired, or for anybody suffering from memory loss, everyday tasks such as using a telephone can become a constant struggle. Designed with these difficulties in mind, the Amplicomms BigTel 40 Plus Big Button Amplified Corded Telephone with Big Buttons is a corded telephone with adjustable volume and larger buttons, offering the added ability to programme numbers to assist with memory issues.
Key Information
- Receiver Volume: Up to 40dB
- Ringing Volume: Up to 90dB
- Hearing aid compatible
- No power cord needed
What's Included with This Purchase?
This package includes the following items:
- 1 x Telephone
- 1 x Handset
- 1 x Helix handset cable
- 1 x Telephone connection cable
- 1 x Wall installation bracket
- 1 x User manual
How Loud Is This Amplified Telephone?
The BigTel 40 Plus is an ideal telephone for anybody suffering with hearing difficulties, as it features various volume-adjustable settings and the receiver volume can be increased up to 40dB. This will help improve the quality of telephone conversations by ensuring that the person on the other end can be clearly heard. This will be particularly important if sensitive information or medical advice is being delivered, as it minimises the risk of the information being misheard.
The ringer volume can also be adjusted up to 90dB. This is beneficial for anybody who has difficulty hearing the phone when it rings.
Is the BigTel 40 Plus Telephone Hearing Aid Compatible?
Featuring the premium receiver, the telephone is perfectly adapted for hearing aids, and is compatible with most commercially available hearing aids. however, due to the wide range of hearing aids available, there is no guarantee that the telephone will function problem-free with every model.
Does This Phone Need to Be Plugged Into the Mains?
The Amplicomms BigTel 40 Plus Big Button Amplified Corded Telephone is exceptionally easy to use, and does not require electricity to work. To set it up, all you need to do is connect the telephone as illustrated in the diagram below. Only use the telephone connection line supplied because the equipment may not function if another telephone connection line is used.
Connecting your BigTel 40 Telephone
To learn more about how to set up this telephone view the user manual linked below:
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Is This Phone Suitable for Those with Visual Impairments?
The larger size of the buttons on the BigTel 40 Plus is ideal for those with visual impairments. The big button design means that the numbers will be easier to read, reducing the risk of telephone numbers being incorrectly dialled. This larger size is also suitable for anybody with reduced dexterity as they are easier to manage than smaller, traditional dialling buttons.
The telephone is fitted with a light, which flashes when there is an incoming call. This light provides a bright visual alert to indicate that the phone is ringing, offering an additional aid for telephone use.
Is This Phone Suitable for Those with Dementia?
In addition to its visual and audio benefits, the BigTel 40 Plus is also a practical solution for anybody suffering from memory loss. It features a redial button, which reduces the need for the same numbers to be repeatedly entered in succession.
The user also has the ability to programme up to ten speed-dial numbers of their choosing. The phone features six photo buttons, which will provide a visual aid for remembering the programming of the buttons. This provides a practical option for programming frequently dialled numbers such as family members or carers.What Warranty Does This Phone Have?
Features of the BigTel 40 Plus Big Button Amplified Telephone
- Adjustable ringer volume up to 90dB
- Adjustable receiver volume up to 40dB
- Ten programmable speed dial buttons
- Six programmable direct dial photo buttons
- Premium hearing aid compatible
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 1750 x 205 x 80mm
- Weight: 585g
