As far as household phone systems go, this particular system could rightfully be classified as “the most comprehensive phone system ever conceived by humans.”  The only thing it doesn’t do is your laundry, but it’s a pretty safe bet that if you want it to, it will at least remind you that you need to do your laundry.  I will even go as far as to wager that it will deliver said laundry reminder in a sweet and soothing voice. 

Although I am not usually one to be impressed or dazzled by a phone system, I will readily admit that this phone system impresses and dazzles me.  “Intramail” is the nifty name for a feature that provides everyone in the house with the option to have their own voicemail greeting and mailbox.  This is really handy because I certainly wouldn’t want anyone to listen to my messages, which are usually wrong numbers or angry neighbors.  The DSX system also has recording capability that can be useful for later conversation review.  Perhaps a discussion was particularly insightful, or maybe information was provided that could not be written down at the time because someone was busy lifting weights.  It may be worth mentioning that this phone boasts some additional cutting edge features, I believe it is pronounced “Caller ID” and “Call Waiting.”  If a person does not yet have a phone with Caller ID or Call Waiting then they are most likely 99 years old.  No offense to any 99 year olds, I find you to be adorable and yes, I want to hear all of your stories.

This phone has so many features that I cannot even devote the proper word space needed to describe them all.  Here are some additional aspects to get pretty excited about:

·         Message notification -- a way for a user to be notified if they receive a message on their phone when they are not at home.  

·         Live call screening -- listen to messages being recorded live and have the option to pick up the call or allow it to keep recording.

·         Message on hold -- record a message or music to play while a person is on hold. 

·         Soft buttons -- the buttons on the phone are soft.

Not only does this system possess every phone-related feature that can be imagined, it can also be integrated with numerous other automated household systems such as security, intercom, lighting, climate, scenes, audio, and access control. 

Lighting - The user can control the lighting from any DSX telephone in any room of the house.  Lights can be turned on, off or dimmed.  The phone display shows which lights are on, off and the brightness of each. 

Security - By using the phone display, a user can control and view the alarm status.  This eliminates the need to install an alarm panel on the wall, resulting in more room for tribal artwork and decorative candles. 

Access Control - The keys on the phone can monitor and control access to your home’s doors and gates.  The status of every entrance can also be viewed through the telephone display. 

Climate - The climate of the home can be regulated so that the user is comfortable and relaxed while effectively managing their energy expenses.

Scenes – You can preset automated features that can be accessed by pressing a key on the telephone.  Scenes can be arranged that will close the blinds and dim the lights if it is movie time, or a bedtime scene can be created that will turn off all the lights.

Audio - An HAI-compatible audio system can also be controlled through the phone.  A user can turn the system on or off, adjust the sources and volume, or mute the audio automatically when the phone is ringing or a call is taking place.  This is very convenient for when an angry neighbor calls to request that the music be turned down.  You can now claim that you have no idea what they are referring to -- you aren’t even listening to any music. 

The DSX system is compatible with HAI systems such as Omni IIe, OmniPro II, Lumina, and Lumina Pro.  For more information, click here.