A:AnswerYes to both questions. That's one of the main reasons we use this unit instead of our service provider's online voice mail. We like to screen the calls. This unit works very well for that.
A:AnswerThe base unit of the Panasonic phone is only compatible with Panasonic handsets. The model of the additional handset depends on the type of base unit you have.
A:AnswerNo this does not receive text messages. It is more basic. It has no wireless connectivity. One can only talk to a cell phone by calling it with this model. This is a good phone, but more basic.
A:AnswerHold the zero button for a couple of seconds. That turns off the symbol and turns the ringer back on. Holding the zero for a couple of seconds turns it off again.
