TELEPHONE OPERATION

NOTE: When you make a call, the phone selects the Prime Line you programmed. When you answer a call, the phone automatically selects the ringing line.

Making or Answering a Call

NOTE: This phone will automatically make and answer calls in the mode (speakerphone or headset) you programmed (see “Set Automatic Audio Mode” in FEATURE SETUP). Follow the directions below to choose a mode manually. If the phone is in use on one line, any other calls made

or answered will use the same mode already in use.

NOTE: If you dial a phone number longer than 15 digits, the screen will display only the last 13 digits.

Handset

To make a call, lift the handset and dial the call.

To answer a call, lift the handset. Replace the handset to end the call.

To override automatic line selection, lift the handset, then press and release a LINE button

— OR —

Press the LINE button for the line you wish to select, then lift the handset.

Speakerphone

To make a call, press and release the desired LINE button or K. The SPEAKER light goes on. Wait for a dial tone, then dial the call.

To answer a call, press Kor press the LINE button of the incoming call. Press Kagain to end the call.

NOTE: If headset is programmed as the default mode (see “Set Automatic Audio Mode” in FEATURE SETUP), you must press Kto activate the speakerphone.

Headset

You can use this phone hands-free when you install a 2.5mm headset. Headsets are available for purchase in retail stores (comcode #108041732) or by calling 1 800 222-3111.

Make sure the headset is plugged into the headset jack located to the left of the handset jack on the left side of the telephone base. You will hear a double-beep if you press hand the headset is not plugged in.

NOTE: If headset is programmed as the default mode, (see “Set Automatic Audio Mode” in FEATURE SET UP) but the headset is not plugged in, the phone will switch to speakerphone.

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AT&T 944 user manual Telephone Operation, Making or Answering a Call, Handset, Speakerphone, Headset