Casio PhoneMate Unveils MA-240: 12-Handset Digital Cordless Telephone System

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In a move to simplify home and office communication, Casio PhoneMate, Inc. has announced the MA-240, a compact 2-line digital 900 MHz telephone system. The system supports up to 12 cordless handsets, each requiring only AC power and not a phone jack, overcoming the traditional requirement for a base for each handset. Designed for both consumers and small businesses, the MA-240 features digital TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) 900 MHz technology, enabling up to 12 handsets to work with a single base.

Key Takeaways:

  • The MA-240 supports up to 12 cordless handsets, each requiring only AC power, eliminating the need for a separate base for each handset.
  • The system features 2-line operation, handset-to-handset intercom, call transfer, call conferencing, and a headset jack.
  • Each additional handset (MH-200) rests in a small charging cradle and maintains its own two-digit identification number, supporting intercom usage and handset-to-handset interaction.
  • The system provides Type II Call Waiting Caller ID display, 60-name and number Caller ID memory, and 20-number autodial.
  • The MA-240 features extended life Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries and a promotional price of $199 for the base system.
  • Additional MH-200 handsets are available for $99 each, including a charging station.

Statistics:

  • Up to 12 cordless handsets can be connected to a single base.
  • The system supports 2-line operation with features such as handset-to-handset intercom, call transfer, and call conferencing.
  • Each handset has a two-digit identification number for intercom usage and handset-to-handset interaction.
  • The system has a 60-name and number Caller ID memory and 20-number autodial feature.
  • The extended life Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries provide increased battery life.

Sources:

  • Casio PhoneMate, Inc.
  • "Casio PhoneMate Announces MA-240 Cordless Telephone System"