Handset
1Press MMENUN during an outside call.
2MbN: “Hold” a MSELECTN
3To release hold, press MN.
RThe base unit user can take the call by
lifting the corded handset.
RAnother handset user can take the call by
pressing MN.
Note for base unit and handset:
RIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes,
an alarm tone starts to sound and the ringer
indicator on the handset flashes rapidly. After 1
additional minute on hold, the call is
disconnected.
RIf another phone is connected to the same line,
you can also take the call by lifting its handset.
RWhile an outside call is on hold, the SP-PHONE
indicator on the base unit flashes.
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear the other
party, but the other party cannot hear you.
Base unit / Handset
1Press MMUTEN during conversation.
RMMUTEN flashes.
2To return to the conversation, press MMUTEN
again.
Note:
RMMUTEN is a soft key visible on the display
during a call.
Flash
Base unit / Handset
MFLASHN allows you to use the special features of
your host PBX such as transferring an extension
call, or accessing optional telephone services.
Note:
RTo change the flash time, see page 23.
For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller
ID service users
To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID, you
must first subscribe with your service provider/
telephone company.
This feature allows you to receive calls while you
are already talking on the phone. If you receive a
call while on the phone, you will hear a call waiting
tone.
If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call
Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd caller’s
information is displayed on the base unit or
handset that is in use after you hear the call
waiting tone.
Base unit / Handset
1Press MCALL WAITN to answer the 2nd call.
2To switch between calls, press MCALL WAITN.
Note:
RPlease contact your service provider/telephone
company for details and availability of this
service in your area.
Temporary tone dialing (for rotary/
pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialing mode to
tone when you need to access touch-tone services
(for example, answering services, telephone
banking services, etc.).
Base unit / Handset
Press * (TONE) before entering access numbers
which require tone dialing.
Handset clarity booster
This feature can improve sound clarity when the
handset is used in an area where there may be
interference. During an outside call, this feature is
turned on automatically when necessary.
RWhen this feature is turned on, is
displayed.
Handset equalizer
This feature clarifies the voice of the person you
are talking to, producing a more natural-sounding
voice that is easier to hear and understand.
1Press MMENUN while talking.
2MbN: “Equalizer” a MSELECTN
3MbN: Select the desired setting.
4Press MOKN to exit.
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