Local Conferencing

The 55i phone supports up to 3 parties (including yourself) in a conference call. This is called Local Conferencing and is the default method of conferencing on the 55i.

Note: Your System Administrator can set your Conference key to speeddial a specific number. Contact your System Administrator for more informa- tion.

Using Local Conferencing

IP Phone UI

Use the following procedure to create a conference call using local conferencing. Use the following illustration as a reference.

Conference key when handset is lifted

1.When you begin a conference, you are the first party in the conference (Party 1). Pickup the handset or press the speakerphone key.

A line opens up.

L1

John Smith

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Dial

Conf

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2.Call Party 2 by dialing their number (or answer an incoming call of a Party).

3.Wait for Party 2 to answer. When Party 2 answers, you can consult with them before adding them to the conference.

Handling Calls

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Aastra Telecom 55i IP Phone manual Using Local Conferencing, Conference key when handset is lifted