Making/Answering Calls
Answering calls
When a call is received, the unit rings,
“Incoming call” is displayed, and the Ringer/Message Alert indicator on the handset and “BC” on the base unit flash rapidly. If you subscribe to Caller ID, see page 27.
Using the handset
Ringer/Message
Alert Indicator
{C} 
{OFF} {s} 
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}.
L You can also answer a call by pressing any button except {V}, {^}, or {OFF}. (Any key talk feature)
2 When finished talking, press {OFF} or place the handset on the base unit or charger.
Auto talk
This feature allows you to answer a call by simply lifting the handset off the base unit or charger. You do not need to press {C}. To activate this feature, see page 43.
Temporary ringer off
While the handset is ringing for an outside call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing {OFF}. The handset will ring the next time a call is received.
Using the base unit
and Indicator
MIC
1 Press
2 Talk into the MIC.
3 To hang up, press
L To transfer the call to another person, see page 33.
L If the ringer volume is turned off, the unit will not ring (page 39).
Useful features during a call
MUTE button
You can mute your voice during a conversation. While mute is turned on you will be able to hear the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Using the handset
Press {Mute}.
L “Mute” will flash.
L To release the mute, press {Mute} again.
L If you press {C} or {s} to switch between the receiver and speaker, the mute will be released.
Using the base unit
Press {MUTE}.
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