13 Calling Features

Your phone supports a number of call- related features to help you handle and manage your calls more effectively and conveniently. This section describes the call-related features that apply to both the Skype line and landline.

13.1Auto answer

Auto answer enables you to answer an incoming call by simply picking up the handset from the charging cradle. You do not need to press a key to answer the call.

13.1.1Activating/deactivating auto answer

1Press Menu.

2Select Settings > Phone > Auto

answer. Press Select.

3Select the new setting. Press Select.

• The setting is saved.

13.2Auto hang-up

Auto hang up allows you to end a call by placing the handset on the charger without pressing any key.

13.2.1Activating/deactivating auto hang-up

1Press Menu.

2Select Settings > Phone > Auto

hangup. Press Select.

3Select the new setting. Press Select.

• The setting is saved.

13.3Skype call features

Skype offers a lot call-related features. This section describes the call-related features that apply to the Skype line only.

13.3.1 Preferred line

See “Assign a preferred line” on page 24.

13.3.2 Do not disturb

Change your Skype status to Do not disturb, and Skype turns off all the ringers for all phone and online number calls. Your handset will not ring when it receives Skype calls.

1Press Menu.

2Select Skype Status > Online Status > Do not disturb. Press Select.

• The setting is saved.

Tip

From standby mode, you can press uto access the Skype Status menu to change your Skype status.

13.3.3 Skype Call forward

If you do not want to miss a call you can re-direct Skype calls to another landline or mobile number when you are away from your home or office.

13.3.3.1Activating Call forward

1 Press Menu.

2 Select Settings > Skype Call > Call

forward > On. Press Select.

3 Enter the number you wish to forward your calls to. Press OK to confirm.

• The setting is saved.

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