Panasonic KX-TG8021BX Answering calls, Useful features during a call, Mute, Recall/flash

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Making/Answering Calls

Answering calls

When a call is being received, the ringer indicator on the handset flashes.

1Lift the handset and press {C} or {s} when the unit rings.

L You can also answer the call by pressing any dial key from {0} to

{9}, {*}, or {#}. (Any key answer feature)

2When you finish talking, press {ih} or place the handset on the base unit or charger.

Auto talk

You can answer calls simply by lifting the handset off the base unit or charger. You do not need to press {C}. To turn this feature on, see page 24.

Adjusting the handset ringer volume

Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the desired volume while the handset is ringing for an incoming call.

Note:

L You can also program the handset ringer volume beforehand (page 23).

Useful features during a call

Mute

While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.

1Press {C/T} during conversation.

2To return to the conversation, press {C/T} again.

Recall/flash

{R/E} allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.

Note:

L To change the recall/flash time, see page 24.

For call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service users

To use call waiting, you must first subscribe to the call waiting service of 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 after you hear the call waiting tone on the handset.

1Press {R/E} to answer the 2nd call.

2To switch between calls, press

{R/E}.

Note:

L Please contact your service provider/telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area.

Temporary tone dialling (for rotary/pulse service users)

You can temporarily switch the dialling mode to tone when you need to access touch-tone services (for example, telephone banking services).

1Make a call.

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