Making/Answering Calls
Auto talk
You can answer calls simply by lifting the handset off the base unit or charger. You do not need to press {C}. To turn this feature on, see page 24.
Adjusting the handset ringer volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume while the handset is ringing for an incoming call.
Note:
L You can also program the handset ringer volume beforehand (page 23).
Temporary handset ringer off
While the handset is ringing for a call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing {~}.
Adjusting the base unit ringer volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume.
L To turn the ringer off, press and hold {V} until the unit beeps.
Useful features during a call
Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.
1Press {MENU} during an outside call.
2{V}/{^}: “Hold” i{SELECT}
3To release hold, press {C}.
L Another handset user can take the call by pressing {C}.
Note:
LIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and the ringer indicator on the handset flashes rapidly. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.
L If another phone is connected to the same line (page 11), you can also take the call by lifting its handset.
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.
1Press {MUTE} during conversation. L {MUTE} flashes.
2To return to the conversation, press {MUTE} again.
Note:
L {MUTE} is a soft key visible on the handset display during a call.
Flash
{FLASH} allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.
Note:
L To change the flash time, see page 24.
For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service users
To use call waiting, you must first subscribe to call waiting from your service provider/telephone company. This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. If you receive a call while on the phone, you will hear a call waiting tone.
If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services,
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