Making/Answering Calls
Answering calls
When a call is being received, the ringer indicator and cand/or dflash rapidly.
1Lift the handset and press {C} or {s} when the unit rings.
L The called line is automatically selected. To change the line selection mode, see page 14.
L You can also answer the call by pressing {LINE 1} or {LINE 2}.
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
{OFF} 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 26.
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 25).
Temporary handset ringer off
While the handset is ringing for a call, you can turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing {OFF}.
Useful features during a call
Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold.
1Press {HOLD} 2 times during an outside call.
2To release hold, press {LINE 1} or {LINE 2} that is flashing on the handset.
L Another handset user can take the call by pressing {LINE 1} or
{LINE 2}.
Note:
LIf a call is kept on hold for more than 9 minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound. After 1 additional minute on hold, the call is disconnected.
L If another phone is connected to the same line (page 11), you can also take the call by lifting its handset.
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.
1Press {MUTE} during conversation. L {MUTE} flashes.
2To return to the conversation, press {MUTE} again.
Note:
L {MUTE} is a soft key visible on the handset display during a call.
Flash
{FLASH} allows you to use the special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services.
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