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AT&T II Using Intercom Features B-5, On an MLS- or MLC-Model Phone To turn on the message light

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Using the Message Light

 

 

On an MLS- or MLC-Model Phone*

 

 

 

 

 

 

To turn on the message light

1. Press the button programmed with the

 

See page 5-16for instructions on programming

Message Light On feature.

 

2. Dial the extension jack number.

 

this feature onto a button of an MLS- or

 

MLC-model phone.

 

 

 

Turns on the message light on another MLS- or

 

 

 

MLC-model phone. Although anyone can use

 

 

 

this feature, it is typically used by a receptionist to

 

 

 

let someone know a message is waiting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To turn off the message light

1. Press the button programmed with the

 

See page 5-16for instructions on programming

Message Light Off feature.

 

2. Dial the extension jack number.

 

this feature onto a button of an MLS- or

 

MLC-model phone.

 

 

 

Turns off the message light on another MLS- or

 

 

 

MLC-model phone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

*If you are using an MLC-6 cordless phone, make sure the handset is on before following these instructions. For more information on using the MLC-6 phone, see AT&T MLC-6 Cordless Telephone Quick Reference: Display and Controls.

Using Intercom Features B-5

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