Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 Amplified Cordless Phone

The Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 Amplified Cordless Phone is an ergonomic and easy-to-use phone, designed for people with hearing or cognitive impairments. Fitted with hearing aid compatibility and the option of saving up to nine numbers on the on the base, this amplified phone will provide the user with a quick and easy way of contacting loved ones and emergency services.

Key Features of the AmpliDECT 595 Phone

• Fitted with a big button keypad with backlight
• Nine one-touch buttons allow users to dial a number with only one button
• Includes hearing aid compatibility for people with hearing impairments
• Allows adjustment of receiving volume and a three-level tone control
• Contains extra loud ringtones and adjustable ring volume
• Answering machine provide 30 minutes of recording time
• Phonebook can store up to 50 names and numbers
• Handset includes hotkey to phonebook for easy dialling
• SOS button can save up to four emergency numbers
• Four language settings for talking dialling function and emergency voice message
• Able to block up to 20 unwanted numbers and unidentified numbers
• Caller ID on incoming calls and when dialling out
• Up to 20 alarms can be programmed into the phone, ideal for medication reminders
• Near-zero distortion with no noticeable interference at maximum volume
• Seven language settings on handset display
• Features the unique Geemarc template for adding names, photo symbols, and numbers to the dial pad
• Supplied with speaker phone on both base and handset
• Can be paired with up to three additional handsets

Easy to Use

The Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 Cordless Phone is the perfect solution for people with visual, hearing and cognitive impairments. The big-button keypad allows the user to perfectly see the numbers, and thanks to the Talk Keypad function the phone will repeat the numbers that have been dialled. Everything is designed for speedy and easy dialling: the SOS button is able to store up to four emergency numbers and the large buttons on the base and on the handset allow saving numbers for a one-touch-dial.

Amplified for Clarity

The AmpliDECT 595 features a maximum receiving volume of 50dB, three-level tone control and hearing aid compatibility. The volume of the ringer is fully adjustable (five levels plus the mute setting); the phone offers five polyphonic and five normal extra loud ringtones on the handset, as well as five normal extra loud ringtones on the base, ensuring the phone can be heard.

How Many Additional Handsets Can I Connect to the Base?

The Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 Amplified Cordless Telephone allows you to connect up to four additional handsets. The base is compatible with this AmpliDECT 595 Extra Handset (one of which can be added to your order using the tick box near the top of this page).

To make pairing up the base with extra handsets easier and more affordable for you, we've prepared four money-saving bundles that include:

• Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 with One Additional Cordless Handset
• Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 with Two Additional Cordless Handsets
• Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 with Three Additional Cordless Handsets
• Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 with Four Additional Cordless Handsets

What's the Difference Between This Phone and the ULE Version?

The AmpliDECT 595 is also available in an Ultra Low Energy Version. The ULE version does not feature a capacity to add photo buttons to the base as this phone does, so it isn't as suited to those with memory or dementia issues. It does have some improved features for most users:

• Lower energy use for more economical use
• Ability to block up to 100 numbers instead of 20
• Ability to link up to connected ULE doorbell and external ringer
• Digital display of missed calls on base

Can I Connect This Phone to My Internet Modem?

Yes, if you subscribe to a digital phone line from your landline provider, this phone can be connected by plugging the telephone cord directly into your internet modem.

Does the Phone Feature Voice Assist?

Yes, the voice assist function will clearly read out information to the user, making it ideal for the visually impaired. The voice assist features:

• The ability to save a voice recording of the names of up to four contacts, which will be read out when they call
• A talking keypad that will read out the number on each button when pressed to assist with dialling
• Four language options (English, French, German and Dutch)

Includes Handset and Answering Machine

The 34 x 40mm LCD display is supplied with a white backlight to ensure visibility in every condition. With a choice of seven languages (English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish and Portuguese) and a character size of 7mm, this phone allows full and easy usability.

The Geemarc AmpliDECT595 is also supplied with an answering machine that can record up to 30 minutes of messages, ensuring no important information need ever be missed. For organisation and user control, the phone also includes the function to delete messages one-by-one or all at once, in order to avoid clogging up the inbox.

Does the Answering Machine Provide the Date and Time of Messages?

Yes, the answering machine included with this product does state the date and time that each message was left.

Compatible with Additional AmpliDECT 595 Handsets

This Geemarc AmpliDECT 595 Phone includes one base and one additional handset. To make it even more versatile, the base can be paired with up to three additional handsets.

How Do I Set It Up?

The process of setting up this Cordless Amplified Telephone is very straightforward. All you need to do is:

• Plug the adaptor into a wall socket, and the line cord into a telephone jack or a DSL filter (not included).
• On the handset, insert the battery pack (included) in the battery compartment and replace the cover.
• Charge the handset by placing it face forward in the base. Charge the batteries for at least 12 hours when charging for the first time.
• Directions for pairing additional handsets can be found in the user manual below.

You can learn more about how to set up the cordless telephone by viewing the user manual linked below:

User Manual

How Does the SOS Button Work?

There is an SOS button located on the right-hand side of every AmpliDECT 595 handset. Once pressed, this will send a pre-recorded emergency message to four pre-selected contacts, alerting them to ascertain the safety of the user. If you do not wish to use the SOS button function, simply refrain from entering the emergency contacts, and the button will remain non-functional.

Technical Specifications

• Phonebook memory: 50 names and numbers
• Answer machine memory: 30 minutes
• Power supply by DC adapter (supplied)
• Handset requires 3 x AAA batteries ni-Mh 1.2V 600mA (included)
• Standby time: four days
• Continuous talk time: ten hours
• GAP compliant
• Dimensions (WxDxH) :
  • Handset: 55 x 25 x 185mm
  • Base: 105 x 91 x 136mm
• Range:
  • Indoor: up to 50m
  • Open field: up to 300m