Cisco Systems 7975G, 7970G manual Using AutoAnswer with a Headset or Speakerphone, If you Then

Using a Handset, Headset, and Speakerphone

Using AutoAnswer with a Headset or Speakerphone

When AutoAnswer is enabled, your phone answers incoming calls automatically after a few rings. Your system administrator configures AutoAnswer to use either the speakerphone or a headset. You may use AutoAnswer if you receive a high volume of incoming calls.

If you...	Then...
Use AutoAnswer with	Keep headset mode active (in other words, keep		illuminated), even
a headset	when you are not on a call.
	To keep headset mode active, do the following:
	• Press EndCall to hang up.
	• Press New Call or Dial to place new calls.
	If your phone is set up to use AutoAnswer in headset mode, calls are
	automatically answered only if	is illuminated.
	Otherwise, calls ring normally and you must manually answer them.
Use AutoAnswer with the	Keep the handset in the cradle and headset mode inactive (			unlit).
speakerphone	Otherwise, calls ring normally and you must manually answer them.

Tip

AutoAnswer is disabled when the Do Not Disturb feature is active.

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