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Binding: Electronics
Brand: Privacy Technologies
EAN: 0046034886111
Label: Privacy Technologies
Manufacturer: Privacy Technologies
Model: TZ 800B
Publisher: Privacy Technologies
Studio: Privacy Technologies
Features:- Helps automatically remove your phone number from telemarketers' lists
- Covers all phones and answering machines on the same line
- Doesn't interfere with normal calls and telephone functions
- Emits a special tone that tells predictive dialing computers your number is disconnected
- No monthly fee
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Editorial Review:
Product Description:
Telezapper eliminates many of those unwanted telemarketing calls.PRODUCT FEATURES:Plugs right into any phone or phone jack;Covers all extensions and answering machines connected to that line;Won't interfere with manually-dialed phone calls;Works with Call Waiting, Caller ID, and most answering machines.
Amazon.com Review:
When you've had your dinner interrupted by a telemarketer one too many times, treat your phone line and yourself to the Telezapper. It's a simple, one-time-cost solution to the problem of annoying telemarketing calls.
Here's how it works: Given that more than 90 percent of telemarketing calls are placed with computer assistance, when either you or your answering machine answers the phone, the Telezapper emits a special tone that tells the computer your number has been permanently disconnected. Telemarketing companies that use automated dialing systems typically remove disconnected numbers from their calling lists, and as your phone number is eliminated from more and more telemarketing lists, you'll notice fewer calls. Of course, not all telemarketers use predictive dialing systems, and those that do will undoubtedly work to evade the Telezapper, but it can be a partial solution.
For the most part, regular callers are unaffected by the Telezapper, but it may 'zap' calls from other organizations that use the same predictive dialing technology (such as charities, pollsters, and automated emergency weather systems) and from callers who use certain types of calling cards. (For more information, click FAQ, or frequently asked questions, in the left navigation bar.)
In our tests of the Telezapper, installation took just seconds. We plugged the Telezapper into our phone line and our phone into the Telezapper and then connected the AC adapter. It was that simple. There are no moving parts to wear out and no batteries to replace.
We field-tested the Telezapper for several weeks, and during that time, we noticed a significant reduction in telemarketing calls. Of course, this was not a scientific study, and we cannot with certainty attribute our results to the Telezapper, but the device seemed to work well for us.
The Telezapper includes a phone cord, power adapter, and instructions. Privacy Technologies backs the device with a one-year warranty. --Mike Brown, with Ariel Meadow Stallings
Pros - Reduces telemarketing calls placed by predictive dialing systems
- Doesn't interfere with most normal calls
- Inexpensive, one-time-cost solution
- Extremely easy to install and use
Cons - May 'zap' some desired calls
- Annoying beep every time the receiver is lifted
Customer Reviews Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Great Product
I received in the time promised and it works great.Great product and seller.
Rating: - Doesn't work with all phone models
I have owned two different Telezappers and have been pleased with them.The larger model uses an electric cord.The smaller, slender model (the picture will fool you, it's really small...) uses a CR2030 battery.Also, the larger model (the one with the cord) emits only the first tone of the SIT.The smaller model (the one with the battery) gives you a choice of either the first tone of the SIT or the entire 3 note sequence, which is more effective.I previously used both models on a Panasonic ... Read More
Rating: - Are these still viable?
A year or two ago we decided our Telezapper ( which had served us well) was dead and threw it away, planning to repalce it. When I couldn't find one at Radio Shack, I kind of forgot about it. We have been bothered lately by a lot of telemarketers so I resumed shopping. Looking at the info on your site makes me believe they are no longer effective. The most recent comment was posted in 2003! Anyone have any newer information? There is no point in spending even a small amount of money and taking up space ... Read More
Rating:  - IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TELEZAPPER
Do not buy the TeleZapper. It has essentially been rendered obsolete. This is from an article on Yahoo! News that came out 2/26/03:
New Telemarketing Tool Trumps TeleZapper
NEW YORK - A telemarketing tool that penetrates home privacy defenses is upping the ante in a technology battle between sales callers and consumers seeking shelter from unsolicited calls.
Castel Inc., a maker of automated dialing technology, boasts that its DirectQuest software is immune to the TeleZapper, ... Read More
Rating:  - It works for us
We've had the Zapper for many months. Before it was installed we got several calls a day/evening. The number of calls is down dramatically. Now, the phone will ring and when you pick it up all you hear is the line going dead and a dial tone. Hot damn - zapped another one! It's such a good feeling. But, it won't stop direct dial solicitors, and the beep can be disconcerting to those unfamiliar with the device. Still, we are ever so pleased to have made the investment. The dividends are reaped every night.
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