You can store dialing sequences on two types of telephones:

On MLS- and MLC-model phones you can store feature codes and phone numbers on any of the programmable buttons, as long as no lines are assigned to the buttons. MLS- and MLC-model phone buttons can be programmed centrally from an MLS-34D or MLS-12D phone connected to extension jack 10 or 11, or directly at a user’s extension. In addition to Centrex feature codes and phone numbers, you can program MLS- and MLC-model phone buttons with codes for features that are available with your premises equipment; see “One-Touch Access to Equipment Features” in Chapter 4 for instructions.

On industry-standard phones with programmable buttons (feature phones), you can store feature codes and phone numbers on any programmable buttons. Buttons on feature phones must be programmed at the user’s extension.

Storing Centrex Feature Codes on Auto Dial Buttons

To store a Centrex feature code on an Auto Dial button, first make sure the service is available on the Centrex line for the extension being programmed. Then store the Centrex feature code on the button. (For MLS- and MLC-model phones, use the instructions on pages 5-15and 5-16;for feature phones, follow the instructions provided with the phone.)

NOTE:

When a Centrex feature code is stored on a programmable button on an MLS- or MLC-model phone, the lights next to the button do not show when the feature is active.

Storing Phone Numbers on Auto Dial Buttons

You can store outside telephone numbers or Centrex extension numbers on Auto Dial buttons. Pressing the button automatically dials the number. Outside numbers and Centrex extension numbers can be stored on any phone with programmable buttons.

To program an outside telephone number, store the complete number, including the dial-out code (“9” on most Centrex systems) if your Centrex system requires it for outside calls. For example, to dial 201 555-1212, store 9 1 201 555 1212 on the Auto Dial button.

NOTE:

If a dial-out code is required for outside calls, this code should be programmed for the premises equipment using the PBX Dial-Out Code (#106) procedure. See page 5-10.

If you store a Centrex extension number on a button, you can use the button to call the extension simply by pressing the button or to help in transferring the call. (For instructions on using Centrex call transfer, see the Centrex documentation provided by your local telephone company.)

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II specifications

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