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 MN. To turn this feature on, see page 24.
Adjusting the handset ringer volume
nWhile the handset is ringing for an incoming call:
Press MDN or MCN repeatedly to select the desired volume.
nProgramming the volume beforehand: 1 MN#160
2 MbN: Select the desired volume.
3 MOKN a MeN
Temporary handset ringer off
While the handset is ringing for a call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing MN.
Useful features during a call
Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.
1Press MN during an outside call.
2 MbN: “Hold” a MOKN
3To release hold, press MN.
R Another handset user can take the call by pressing MN.
Note:
RIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and the NR indicator flashes rapidly. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.
RIf another phone is connected to the same line, 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 MN during conversation.
R flashes.
2To return to the conversation, press MN again.
Recall/flash
MR/ECON allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.
Note:
RTo change the recall/flash time, see page 25.
For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service users
To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID, you must first subscribe with 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 MR/ECON to answer the 2nd call.
2 To switch between calls, press MR/ECON.
Note:
RPlease contact your service provider/ telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.
Temporary tone dialling (for rotary/pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialling mode to tone when you need to access
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