can you use the handset or the headset? Does connecting the headset disable the handset?
363986
No, connecting the headset does not disable the handset. There is a button on the headset base to turn the headset on and off--like a toggle switch between the headset and handset. Very easy to switch back and forth. However, when you want to use the headset, the handset does have to be out of the cradle. (Put the headset on, then pick up the handset for the line to connect. I have a wall phone at work, so I just hang the handset on top of the phone base until I want to end the call.)
363987
just saw this yes you can use both - yes when the headset is active the handset is disabled
363988
You can use both, but not at the same time. There is a button that defines which you are using. When you press that button and the light comes on you are using the headset, hit the button again and you are using the handset.
363989
We want the front desk to use the headset, but the rest of the office uses handsets conneted to the same lines. If we take the phone off the hook, won't it disable the other phones? If the front desk uses one line and it is busy, the call automatically jumps to the next line. Will they still ring on the other lines, so someone else in the office can still pick up and answer the call?
363990
the headset is what i used and the handset was disabled when headset was used, at least that is how i had it set up.
363991
Yes, you can use either. I haven't used mine for several months but I have been using Plantronics for a long time and they are the best. Only other thought is a remote head set which allows you the option of talking around your office or just standing without being hog tied to a wire.
363992
It depends on the phone. Mine had such a buzz I could not use it. Waste of money!
363993
with having the headset connected to the handset, you can still use the handset. for the headset there is a button to press when you want to use the headset, and when you want to use the handset only, just make sure the button isn't pressed down. the buttons also have light indicators. hope that helps :)
1437101
The headset works well, I went through a 2 hours talk without trouble.As for the handset, seems like you can't dock and use it on speaker mode at the same time. I tried once, but was in a rush, so didn't really explore to see if I did it wrongly.Normal rechargeable AA batteries is used.
432338
Just press the center botton. The headset start to connect your cell. If you separate cell from the bluethooth about 10 min the bluethooth is disconecting
730690
You aren't able to directly answer the calls regardless of if your hands are clean/dirty/wet/dry. On the wire that connects the headset to the handset, the only controls you have are to control the volume and to mute/unmute the call. There are no controls for answering or hanging up calls. This would all have to be done from the handset.
1190261
I haven't used it with a headset, but I don't see why not as long as it has a standard phone cord. A headset works the same way as a handset, wires to the speaker and wires to the microphone are the same. It just won't work with anything cordless. It plugs into where the handset would go, and the handset or headset plugs into the unit.
2197893
You can talk while it's charging. The headset is the only way to talk. A horrible idea but if desperate, it can be done. I don't charge every night but if it's needed and I forgot, I'm so annoyed with myself for having to be chained to the phone.
1906970
From the manual: Headset (optional) Connecting a headset to the handset allows hands-free phone conversations. We recommend using the Panasonic headset noted on page 5.
709646
Not only does this headset support voice dialing (assuming that your phone does also) but it will last-number redial too. The instructions in the manual are vague, but if you hold the control on the earpiece for just 2 seconds, it will connect. The headset control requires a firm press to activate its features and if you hold it too long, it may simply turn off. I'd prefer a confirmation beep or two so I know for sure what it's doing.
551183
You can uses corded 2.5mm headset with the mobile handset, or you can use Bloetooth headset with the base. Please keep in mind you CANNOT use your cell phone connection while Bluetooth headset is in use (the phone base allows only ONE Bluetooth connection at the time).
2016642
I unplugged my hand held part and kept it on the phone. Pick up and hang up as usual, but your headset is used for talking/hearing. I don't think this headset has a connect/disconnect feature.
1677477
If you have optional handset lifter all you do is press answer button on headset. Just got it yesterday. .works like a charm. If no handset lifter option then you must lift handset...did that for couple weeks.
1354649
The base for this cordless headset is meant to interrupt the signal meant for the 'corded' handset, and redirect that signal to the headset. While I'm not 100% positive because features on your cordless handset might allow it, I am going to say that this probably won't work.
1981753
No, I don't believe that there is a "headset" connection. I checked the manual and didn't see any such information. I would advise, however, that it is a great phone! I just love it!
1565604
Hey, you can't make a call with just the headset. you have to use your phone. I will like to recommended you to buy it tho. It's one of the best I have ever use. I'm being honest with you bro. I never had a problem with it.
1502920
I have mine and I do not have any problem talk through it;however, this handset is for phone and you have to set your office phone to have access to headset piece.
353929
I think only wired headset plug into the handset. If I were you I'd skip this phone - it was lousy and I replaced it.
2447
Hi, I too got the same question since this is an important info missing in the technical details and top reviews.. However when I checked all the reviews here , I saw two customers wrote of having been able to connect headset with this fone. But the most helpful to me was this : "I use a headset for handsfree work but the problem was that could not connect both cell and headset simultaneously. Thus, could only answer cell calls with handset or landline calls with headset. Get most of my calls to cell number so it was a big inconvenience to lose the headset/handsfree."