topic Can I use a contempra with Bell Home Phone? in Home phone

Can I use a contempra with Bell Home Phone?

Blendama — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 21:45:15 GMT

Hi there!

I've been clearing out the home of an elderly relative and I've come across a Contempra telephone. For those of you born in the 1970s and earlier, you'll remember this phone. For those who are younger, google it.

This one has touch tone, so I think it should work however I was wondering whether Bell Home Phone (through my Gigahub) provides enough voltage to make the bell ring when there's an incoming call.

I am not currently at home, so I thought I'd ask before packing this phone up and taking it with me.

Thanks in advance!

Re: Can I use a contempra with Bell Home Phone?

dks — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 22:50:05 GMT

Yes, you are correct, It won’t work. The Contempra requires copper wireline voltage to ring, which is not available through the Giga Hub modem. And yes, I remember that phone.

Re: Can I use a contempra with Bell Home Phone?

Blendama — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 19:59:58 GMT

Thanks @dks. I had a feeling that was the case. I think I'll bring it home anyway...the other phones in the house will ring, and I'll look . cool using the contempra...well, I think I'll look cool!