Can I have two CapTel phones?

YES, the CapTel 840 works with just one telephone line as well (1-Line mode). Using 2-Line CapTel is purely optional. You can still make and receive telephone calls with captions with 1-Line CapTel.

Can I have two CapTel phones?

YES, the CapTel 840 works with just one telephone line as well (1-Line mode). Using 2-Line CapTel is purely optional. You can still make and receive telephone calls with captions with 1-Line CapTel.

How do I reset CapTel phone?

If your CapTel phone is not working the way you expect, try unplugging your phone from the power adapter, wait one minute, then plug the power back in. This “resets” your CapTel in the same way you might “restart” your computer.

Does CapTel work with VOIP?

Yes, some CapTel models support VOIP service. CapTel 840i/880i/2400i models are all compatible with VOIP phone service (high-speed Internet access is also required with these models).

What is the best phone for the hearing impaired?

The Best Cell Phones for Hearing Impairment

  • Alcatel Go Flip 4 : Best Hearing Aid Compatibility.
  • Jitterbug Flip2 : Best Voice Commands.
  • Jitterbug Flip2 : Best Smartphone Option.
  • Apple iPhone SE : Best Hearing App Functionality.
  • Consumer Cellular Link II : Most Affordable Option.

How does a closed caption phone work?

When a call is made, the captioned phone (landline or via the app) automatically connects to a Captioned Telephone Service (CTS). When the other person answers the phone, the caller hears whatever they say just like with a traditional telephone call.

Is there a monthly fee for a CapTel phone?

No Cost to People with Hearing Loss! CapTel service is provided through a federally-funded program designed specifically to assist people with hearing loss use the phone. No monthly fees, no changes to your telephone bill.

How do CapTel phones work?

Placing a call on a CapTel phone is just like using a standard phone, but even better. You speak directly to the other party on the CapTel phone. The other party talks directly to you while the captioner listens. The captioner transcribes the other party’s voiced message into captions.

Do all captioned phones require Internet?

A captioned telephone displays every word a caller says during a telephone conversation. The screen is big enough to ensure you can catch every word, even if you have low vision. Most captioned telephones require a high-speed Internet connection to enable you to make the most out of your device.

Can you use a CapTel phone without Internet?

Without the ā€œiā€ at the end, it’s easy to distinguish it from those that require an internet connection. Unlike the Wi-Fi compatible models mentioned above, the CapTel 840 does not need the internet. Just connect it to an analog port to gain access to the captioning service.

What is a caption phone?

CapTel phones include a large screen. to read the transcribed conversation. CapTel is a user-friendly captioned telephone that summons captions at the push of a button. Some models are made for people with low vision, too.