AT&T 955 Telephone Operation, Making or Answering a Call, Handset, Speakerphone, Headset

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TELEPHONE OPERATION

TELEPHONE OPERATION

NOTE: When you make a call, the phone selects the Prime Line you programmed. When you answer a call, the phone automatically selects the ringing line. If you have a private line, the phone automatically selects that line.

Making or Answering a Call

NOTE: This phone will automatically make and answer calls in the mode last used (handset, speakerphone or headset). Follow the directions below to switch modes.

Handset

Mute the

microphone

Prevents

interruptions

during a call

Line-in-use lights

Line buttons

Adjust volume of ringer, handset, speakerphone, and headset

Redial last number called

– OR – Automatically redial a number when the line you’re calling is busy

Activate custom-calling services

Activate temporary tone dialing

Activate hands-free calling for speakerphone

Activate hands-free calling for headset

Redirect an incoming call to any 955 phone

Initiate a three-party call

Put a caller on hold

To make a call, lift the handset. You can dial your call manually or dial a number from the directory (see DIRECTORY OPERATION).

To answer a call, lift the handset. Replace the handset to end the call.

To override automatic line selection, lift the handset, then press and

release a LINE button

— OR —

Press the LINE button for the line you wish to select, then lift the handset.

Speakerphone

To make a call, press and release the desired LINE button or K. The SPEAKER light goes on. Wait for a dial tone, then dial the call manually or by dialing a number from the directory (see DIRECTORY OPERATION).

NOTE: If the most recent call was handled with the headset, you must press Kto activate the speakerphone.

To answer a call, press Kor press the LINE button of the incoming call. Press Kagain to end the call.

Headset

You can use this phone hands-free when you install a 2.5mm headset. Headsets are available for purchase in retail stores (comcode #108041732) or by calling 1 800 222-3111.

Make sure the headset is plugged into the headset jack located to the left of the handset jack on the left side of the telephone base. You will hear a double-beep if you press hand the headset is not plugged in.

To make a call, press and release hor press the desired LINE button and then press h. The HEADSET light goes on. Wait for a dial tone, then dial the call manually or by dialing a number from the directory (see DIRECTORY OPERATION).

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Contents Part 1 Important Product Information Four-Line Intercom SpeakerphoneContents Before YOU Begin ContentsGlossary Audible Signals Features ListTable/Desk Installation InstallationInstall one 9V battery Connect the telephone line cords to the telephoneWall Installation Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the jack on Connect the power adapter to the telephoneMount the phone on the wall Convenience Ports SET UP System FeaturesChange Display Language Turn Covm Indicator On or Off for Each LineSet the Time/Date Assign an Extension Number to Your PhoneSet the Dial Mode Set Delay RingTurn Line Usage On or Off for Each Line Assign the Prime Line Line PreferenceErase All Settings and Return the Phone to Default Settings Program the Centrex Console Delayed Ring TimeTurn Hold Reminder On or Off Program Home and Local Area CodesMaking or Answering a Call Telephone OperationHandset SpeakerphoneVolume TimerCall Privacy Do Not DisturbRedial Switch Between LinesAuto Redial HoldTemporary Tone Dialing Low Battery IndicatorConference Calls Transfer a CallStoring a Name and a Number in a Speed Dial Location Speed Dial OperationEditing Information Stored in a Speed Dial Location Reviewing Information Stored in a Speed Dial LocationMaking a Speed Dial Call Removing Information from a Speed Dial LocationDirectory Operation Storing a Temporary Tone Signal in a Directory NumberStoring Names and Numbers in the Directory Storing a Pause in a Directory NumberChanging Directory Entries Reviewing Information Stored in the DirectoryDialing a Number from the Directory Removing All Entries from the Directory Removing a Name and Number from the DirectoryIntercom Operation Ending an Intercom or Page Call Switching Between an Intercom Call and a Single-phonePaging All Phones Answering a System-wideCaller ID Operation Caller ID OperationCalls Received on Two or More Lines Simultaneously Call WaitingMessage Waiting and NEW Call Light Display Messages Call ListRemoving Calls from Call List Dialing a Number from Call List Reset Covm IndicatorSaving a Number from Call List to the Directory Time/DateAdding a FAX Machine Using a Fax SwitchCase of Difficulty Operation During a Power Failure Tone Signals Do Not Activate a Remote DeviceCovm Line Indicator Remains On No Caller ID Information While on a CallLine Groups Expanding the 955 SystemPrivate Lines Centrex Operation All Removed! 38 AM/PM Area CODEs 7 IndexTONE/PULSE 6 Page Four-Line Intercom Speakerphone Speed Dial Operation pages