Abstract: The present invention relates to antenna arrangements for radio communications devices including cordless phone handsets and base stations. The handset includes an antenna arrangement incorporating one or more batteries as part of a monopole structure. The base station includes an antenna arrangement incorporating a low voltage power supply cable. Both handset and base station may also optionally further incorporate an antenna structure located in the split line between their respective casing components.

Abstract: A kit for converting to cordless operation a telephone having a corded handset and a base unit, the base unit having a handset connector jack and a handset receiving cradle for matingly cradling the handset and the corded handset having a housing, a microphone, a speaker, and a cord for electrically connecting the handset to the handset jack. The kit includes a module having a fastener for fixing the module in mating engagement with the base unit and a connector for electrically connecting the module to the handset jack. An uncorded handset mating with the handset receiving cradle is provided, the uncorded handset having a housing generally matching that of the corded handset.