Basic Operations
This section explains the basics of using the unit.
Confirming Your Extension Number
In stand-by mode (i.e., when you do not have any active calls), you can view the extension number and name registered to the unit.
Going off- and on-hook
There are several ways to go off-hook and on-hook:
•Using the handset
•Using the [SP-PHONE]button
•Using the soft buttons
•For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, using a DN button (flexible button)
Going off-hook
In this manual, when you see the phrase "go off-hook", you can do any of the following:
•Lift the handset off of its cradle.
•Press [SP-PHONE]while the handset is on its cradle. This enables hands-free mode.
•For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, press a DN button (flexible button).
Note
•Certain soft buttons, such as 
, function like the [SP-PHONE]button.
•For details about DN buttons, see "Flexible Buttons (KX-UT133/KX-UT136 only) (Page 34)".
Going on-hook
In this manual, when you see the phrase "go on-hook", you can do any of the following:
•Replace the handset on its cradle.
•Press [SP-PHONE], if you are in hands-free mode.
Hands-free Mode
In hands-free mode, you can talk and hear the other party in a conversation without using the handset. This
mode is useful for performing other tasks during a conversation, such as writing.
Enabling hands-free mode
You can enable hands-free mode in one of the following ways:
•In stand-by mode, press [SP-PHONE].
•During a conversation while using the handset, press [SP-PHONE]. You can then return the handset to its cradle.
•When receiving an incoming call, press 
.
•For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, in stand-by mode, press an idle DN button (flexible button).
•For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, when receiving a call or when a call is on hold, press the flashing green DN button (flexible button) that corresponds to the call.
Canceling hands-free mode
You can cancel hands-free operation simply by lifting the handset off its cradle.
Note
•For details about DN buttons, see "Flexible Buttons (KX-UT133/KX-UT136 only) (Page 34) ".
Off-hook monitor
During a two-party conversation with the corded handset, you can allow other people to listen to the conversation through the speaker while you continue the conversation using the handset.
•Press [SP-PHONE], but do not return the handset to its cradle.
•Press [SP-PHONE]again to cancel off-hook monitor.
Note
•When off-hook monitor is active, replacing the handset to its cradle enables hands-free mode.
•During a conference call, pressing [SP-PHONE]simply enables hands-free mode. The handset will be disabled.
Adjusting the Volume
You can adjust the ringer, handset, headset, and speaker volume using [
] and [
] on the Navigator key.
Adjusting the ringer volume
When receiving a call, press [
] or [
].
