AT&T

DEFINITY® Communications System

Generic 2 and System 85

6434 Voice Terminal

Quick Reference Guide

AT&T 555-104-766

Refer to the procedures on this card to use the features on your 8434 voice terminal. The features here are listed in alphabetical order. In the spaces provided, write the feature access codes for your system. For more information about any of these features, see your system manager or refer to the DEFINITY ® Generic 2 and System 85 8434 Voice Terminal User’s Guide, 555-104-765.

USING THE SOFTKEYS

You can display any of the softkey features by

pressing [ Menu ]. If the feature you want to use is not on the bottom line of the screen, press [ Next> ] or [ <Prev ] until you see the feature you wish to access. To use the feature, press the softkey below the feature abbreviation. When the feature is active, an arrow appears above the feature. (However, if the feature requires you to dial a telephone number or extension, such as Call Fowarding, you will temporarily see the digits you are dialing, rather than the arrow, above the feature name.)

CANCELLING FEATURES

In order to cancel or deactivate features, such as canceling a LWC message or deactivating Call Forwarding, you must be off-hook.

ABBREVIATED DIALING (AD)

To program or reprogram an AD button

1Pick up handset.

NOTE: For speakerphone users, press a call appearance button or press [ Speaker ].

2Press softkey below Prog or Press [ Program ]

or Dial AD Program access code

 

.

3Press selected AD button.

4Dial outside number, extension, or feature access code you want to store (up to 24 digits).

NOTE: You may be able to use the softkeys to add special functions such as Pause, Mark Wait, or Suppress into the telephone numbers programmed on the AD button.

5Press AD button again.

6Repeat Steps 3 through 5 to program additional buttons.

7Hang up.

To place an AD call

1Pick up handset or press [ Speaker ].

2Press selected AD button.

To program or reprogram an outside number, extension, or feature access code into a personal list

1Pick up handset.

NOTE: For speakerphone users, press a call appearance button or press [ Speaker ].

2Press softkey below Prog or Press [ Program ]

 

or Dial AD Program access code

.

3

Press [ Personal List ]

 

 

 

or Dial AD Program access code

.

4

Dial list item (1, 2, 3...).

 

 

5Dial number you want to stem (up to 24 digits).

NOTE: You may also be able to use the softkeys to add special functions such as Pause, Mark, Wait, or Suppress into the programmed telephone numbers.

6Press [ # ].

7Repeat Steps 4 through 6 to program additional items on the same list.

8Hang up.

To place a call using an AD list button or access code

1Press [ Pers List ] or [ Grp List ] or [ Sys List ]

or Dial appropriate AD List access code:

Personal

Group

System

2Dial desired list item (1, 2, 3...).

AUTOMATIC CALLBACK

To automatically place another call to an extension that is frequently busy

1During call attempt, press softkey below AutCB or Press [ AutoCallBk ].

2Hang up.

You hear a 3-burst priority ring when both you and the called extension are idle.

3Pickup handset to be connected to call.

To cancel Automatic Callback

1While off-hook, press softkey below AutCB again or Press [ AutoCallBk ] again.

BRIDGING/MANUAL EXCLUSION

To answer a bridged call

1Press [ xxxxx ] of bridged call and lift handset or press [ Speaker ].

NOTE: If your terminal has Ringing Appearance Preference, just lift the handset or press [ Speaker ].

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AT&T 6434 manual Using the Softkeys, Cancelling Features, Abbreviated Dialing AD, Automatic Callback

6434 specifications

The AT&T 6434 is a robust device designed primarily for residential and small business environments, showcasing a blend of performance and user-friendly features. This telephone model is part of AT&T's series of advanced communication devices, aiming to simplify connectivity while enhancing the user experience.

One of the standout features of the AT&T 6434 is its DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) technology. DECT provides users with a secure and interference-free calling experience, offering exceptional sound quality and extended range. This technology allows the 6434 to maintain clear communication even at considerable distances from its base station, ensuring that users can move freely without losing connection quality.

The AT&T 6434 is equipped with a large, illuminated display, making it easy to read caller ID information and navigate through menus, even in low light conditions. The keypad is designed for comfort and efficiency, with larger buttons that are user-friendly for all ages. Additionally, the device features a built-in speakerphone, which allows for hands-free conversations, enhancing versatility during calls.

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With respect to battery life, the AT&T 6434 is designed to provide lengthy usage time on a single charge. The device comes with a charging base, ensuring that it is ready for use at all times, while its battery performance is optimized to reduce the frequency of recharge needs.

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