Making/Answering Calls Using the Handset
L The base unit user can take the call by pressing {CELL 1} or
{CELL 2}.
To release hold on the landline:
{C}
L Another handset user can take the call by pressing {C}.
L The base unit user can take the call by pressing
Note:
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and the ringer indicator flashes rapidly. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.
L If another phone is connected to the same line (page 9), you can also take the landline 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 for landline calls
{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 38.
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, the 2nd caller’s information is displayed after you hear the call waiting tone on the handset.
1Press {CALL WAIT} to answer the 2nd call.
2To switch between calls, press
{CALL WAIT}.
Note:
L Please contact your service provider/ telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.
Temporary tone dialing for landline calls (for rotary/pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialing mode to tone when you need to access
Press {*} (TONE) before entering access numbers which require tone dialing.
Handset clarity booster
This feature can improve sound clarity when the handset is used in an area where there may be interference. During an outside call, this feature is turned on automatically when necessary.
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