AT&T Corded Phone with Answering System, White CL4940, Caller ID

The AT&T CL4940 is a white corded landline phone for everyday home or small-office calling, with a built-in digital answering system that records up to 25 minutes of messages, greetings, and memos.

• Up to 25 minutes of digital recording — keeps incoming messages, outgoing greetings, and memos together.
• Large, adjustable tilt LCD with backlighting — makes Caller ID, call history, and menus easier to view.
• Line-powered basic calling — lets you make calls during power outages without AC power.
• 50-name/number call log — keeps recent caller details available for call screening.
• Speakerphone and wall-mountable design — support hands-free conversations and flexible placement.

The CL4940 brings calling and message recording into one corded phone, so there is no need for a separate answering machine. Its large, backlit screen and straightforward everyday controls suit shared household spaces, home offices, and small offices where clear caller information and message playback are useful.

What can the answering system record?

The built-in digital system stores up to 25 minutes across incoming messages, outgoing announcements, and memos. You can play recordings back on the phone or access them remotely, making it useful for keeping track of calls when you are away from the handset.

• Remote access to recorded messages.
• Call screening with caller names and numbers.

Can I use the phone during a power outage?

Yes. The corded phone is line-powered for basic calling when AC power is unavailable. The display and answering features need four AA batteries, which are not included, so install those batteries to use those functions.

• Basic calling does not rely on AC power.
• Four AA batteries are needed for the display and answering system.

What caller information and controls does it provide?

The adjustable, tilt-back display shows Caller ID, call history, and menu options, with Caller ID and Call Waiting information visible on screen. A speakerphone supports hands-free calls, while volume control and last-number redial add practical calling controls.

• 50-name/number call log for reviewing callers.
• Caller ID and Call Waiting information on the display.
• Speakerphone, volume control, and last-number redial.

Where can I place the AT&T CL4940?

The phone is designed for tabletop use or wall mounting, giving it placement options in a home or small office. Its white finish and corded format suit a dedicated calling spot where the handset can remain connected.

• Wall-mountable design.
• White corded phone for home or small-office use.

The AT&T CL4940 is suited to people who want a corded home or small-office phone with message recording, caller information, and hands-free calling in one unit. For outage use, it supports basic calls without AC power; its display and answering features require four AA batteries.