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3.5 In-call Options

To put a call on hold

Your device notifies you when you have another incoming call, and gives you the choice of rejecting or accepting the call. If you are already on a call and accept the new call, you can choose to switch between the two callers, or set up a conference call between all three parties.

1.Tap Answer to take the second call, and put the first one on hold.

2.To end the second call and return to the first call, tap End or press End on the device.

To switch between two calls

Tap Swap.

To set up a conference call

1.Either put a call on hold, and dial a second number; or, accept a second incoming call when you already have one in progress.

2.Tap Conference.

Note Not all service providers support conference calling. Contact your service provider for details.

To turn on and off the Speakerphone

The built-in Speakerphone on your device allows you to talk hands-free or lets other people listen to the conversation.

During a call, tap Speaker On, or press and hold Talk until the

speakerphone turns on. The speakerphone icon ( ) appears on the title bar.

To turn off the speakerphone, tap Speaker Off, or press and hold Talk again until the speakerphone turns off.

Warning! To avoid damage to your hearing, do not hold your device against your ear when the speakerphone is turned on.

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HTC 8500 user manual To put a call on hold, To switch between two calls, To set up a conference call, Tap Conference