AT&T E2562 2.4 GHz DSS 2-Line Expandable Cordless Phone with Answering System and Corded Base

With just one phone jack, the system supports up to eight extensions throughout your home.

The digital answering machine provides up to 25 minutes of recording time, while a remote message check feature lets you keep track of messages even when you are away from home. Caller ID/call waiting compatible, the E2562 has a 50-number caller ID memory, while a 50-number phone directory provides an easy way to keep track of important phone numbers.

The base unit has a data port which can be used to hook up external devices such as a fax machine. A speakerphone on both the base and handset combine with headset compatibility (also on both the base and handset) to provide hands-free communication options. Handset and ringer volume controls are provided, while an illuminated keypad makes dialing easy, even in dark environments. An intercom function lets you talk between handset locations, while up to seven-way conferencing allows you to communicate with multiple parties at the same time. The E2562 also comes backed with a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Base, corded handset, coiled handset cord, cordless handset, short and long telephone line cords, charging cradle, AC adapter, NiCd battery, belt clip, user's manuals, wallet card

Product Description
Advanced American Telephones designs and produces the AT&T telephone products - the products that millions of people enjoy every day. The voice quality, product selection, and reliability make AT&T telephone products your best choice.PRODUCT FEATURES: Call Screening/Intercept; Remote Access; Time/Day Stamp; 50 name/number Caller ID log; 2.4 GHz; 50 Name/Number Directory; Backlit Keypad; Battery backup for power failure operation; Caller ID Message Link; Data Ports; Handset naming; Lighted Keypad; Selectable Ringer Tones; Spare Battery Charger; Up to 7-party conferencing; 2 way page and intercom between handsets; Handset speakerphone; Headset compatible - handset to base; Expandable up to 8 Handsets; 2-Line Operation.

- 2.4GHz DSS and frequency hopping so that it doesn't interfere with my wireless network (it has no affect on my wireless network whatsoever, and my unwired laptop sits less than a foot away from the phone);
- Full duplex speakerphone--AT&T doesn't seem to call alot of attention to this feature (it is noted only on the box), but this is a must-have feature for my work environment, and the sound quality is better than other AT&T office phones that I've used (though not quite up to the standard of my Polycom phone);
- Headset port on the base with a button on the base that allows you to easily switch between speakerphone, headset, and the corded handset;
- Two lines--why is this feature so unusual??
- And a wireless handset for when I'm not sitting next to the base.

The phone worked perfectly right out of the box; no need to register the included handset with the base. The clarity of the handset is excellent, and it has terrific distance, even though there is no antenna on the base, and just a short stub antenna on the handset. The handset is similar to the Panasonic 2700-series of expandable phones, though it is maybe an inch smaller and has the stub antenna (I have the Panasonic throughout my home, but I now prefer the AT&T).

AT&T has finally hit a home run, and it's about time!


Needs further development   December 15, 2004
journalist
10 out of 10 found this review helpful

I purchased this phone with high hopes of it being able to handle both personal and business lines well, and in a discreet way. The fact is, the electronic features of this product are brilliantly thought out and the phone system functions with a high degree of intuition. It also has a quality "feel". The problem is, the voice quality (ultimately the bottom line) is poor (people complained) and the sound reproduction of the answering machine is simply dreadful - for me it was unacceptable.

Another problem, is that the two base units for the cordless handsets (not the handsets, themselves) that I got with this phone (I purchased an additional one) interfered with the VHF reception on my TV to the point of rendering it non watchable. As long as one of the base units was plugged into a wall receptacle somewhere in the house, it produced tremendous visual and auditory interference on the TV across the VHF spectrum (I use an antenna for off-air viewing) that made it impossible to view ANY programming. Unplug the base units from the wall (again, I'm not speaking about handset use) and the problem stopped immediately! Go figure!

This promising product needs further refinement to be viable. I returned mine for a refund.


Expected better from AT&T   April 25, 2006
NYUDave (Kansas City)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful

I actually find the sound quality and range pretty good, but I think the system is designed poorly. I can't tell you how many times I have been on the phone and wanted to scroll through my caller ID to get a number for someone I was talking to. No dice, it won't do that. There are a number of issues like that. I can't program it to prefer line 2 to make calls. You may think this is a not a big deal, except I don't like to reveal the line 1 number to my clients via there caller ID. So there went my private line.

Also the belt clip is worthless and after what seemed like hours on the customer support line they want to charge me $5.00 to replace it even though the phone is still under warranty. I'll try a different brand next time.