AT&T ML17959, ML17939 user manual Temporary tone dialing, Switching between lines, Conference calls

Telephone operation

Options while on calls

Temporary tone dialing

If you have dial pulse (rotary) dialing service only, use this feature to temporarily switch from dial pulse to touch-tone dialing during a call.

1.During a call, press .

2.Use the dialing keys to enter the number you wish to dial. The telephone sends touch-tone signals. The telephone automatically returns to pulse dial mode after you end the call.

Switching between lines

Use this feature to switch between lines during a call.

1.While on a call, press HOLD to put the call on hold. Then press the LINE button not in use to establish a new call or answer an incoming call on the other line.

2.To return to the first call, press HOLD to put the second call on hold. Then press the original LINE button.

Conference calls

Use this feature to set up a three-party call by using two lines at the same time.

To make a three-way conference call:

CONF

1.Make or answer a call.

2.Press HOLD to put the call on hold. Press the other LINE button to establish a new call or answer an incoming call.

3.Press CONF to begin a three-party conference call. The screen displays Lines 1 and 2 in conference.

If one caller hangs up during a conference call, a tone will play. Press the LINE button of the remaining call to disconnect the other line and stop the tone.

To place a conference call on hold:

1.While on a conference call, press HOLD to hold both lines.

2.Press CONF to release hold and continue the conference call.

To talk privately with one caller:

Lines 1 and 2 in conference

L1:ON HOLD

L2:ON HOLD

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1.Press HOLD to hold both lines. Press the desired LINE button for the caller you want to speak with.

2.Press CONF to continue the conference call.

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