Making/Answering Calls
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 will be turned on automatically when necessary. This feature will turn off when you hang up or put a call on hold. It will not turn off automatically during a call. You can also turn this feature on or off manually.
1 Press {MENU} during an outside call.
2 Press {2} to select “Booster on” or “Booster off”.
L You can also select “Booster on” or “Booster off” by pressing {V} or {^} then pressing {>}.
1=Phonebook
g2=Booster on
L While this feature is turned on, “BOOST” will flash on the display.
Note:
L If this feature is turned off manually during a call, it will not be turned on automatically during the same call.
L While this feature is turned on, battery operating time will be shortened (page 13).
Call share (KX-TG5839AL only)
When the other handset is on an outside call, this feature allows you to join that call. To join a conversation, press {C} or {s} when the other handset is on an outside call.
L “Conference” will be displayed.
PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance service users)
A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service.
For example, if you need to dial the line access number “9” when making outside calls with a PBX:
1 Press {9}.
2 Press {PAUSE}, then dial the phone number.
Example: 9P0555666777
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3 Press {C}, {s}, or {Call}.
Note:
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each time {PAUSE} is pressed. Press repeatedly to insert longer pauses.
Recall button
Pressing {Recall} allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services such as Call Waiting.
Example: Talk
KRecall
Note:
L To change the recall time, see page 37.
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