To send a text message:

1. Press Menu and select Fea-

tures, Messages, Instant Messages.

2.(Optional) If multiple lines are in use, first select from which line to send the message.

3.Press the New soft key.

4.Enter the desired extension or SIP URL. Press the 1/A/a soft key to alternate between numeric and upper/lower case alphanumeric modes.

5.Press the Select soft key to choose from various pre-scripted short messages.

OR

Press Edit to compose a custom message. Use dial pad keys to cycle through the character set. Use keys 1, *, 0, and # to select special characters.

6.Press Send when finished.

Presence / Status / Buddy Lists

The phone combines interactive message services and status monitoring to comple- ment a traditional messaging application such as email.

Live interaction within a pool of phones is possible by monitoring the “presence” of the parties involved.

Each phone can “watch” the status of up to eight other phones. These other phones form the “Buddy List”. The status of bud- dies is displayed and updated in real time. Each phone can also be “watched” by up to eight other phones.

To add or delete a contact from your buddy list, or block a contact:

1. Press

Menu , select Features, Con-

tact List.

 

2.Using the arrow keys, scroll through the directory to choose a contact.

3.Press Edit and scroll down using the Next soft key to the Watch Buddy or Block Buddy fields.

4.Use the arrow keys or the Change soft key to switch between Enabled or Dis- abled status.

5.Press the Save soft key or Cancel to aban- don the change.

To view and change Presence settings:

1. Press

Menu

and select Fea-

tures, Presence.

 

2.Choose My Status to change your own status (online, busy, etc.). This affects information sent

to watching phones. Presence information will also be sent to watching phones when the user goes off-hook or invokes Do Not

The diagrams show a typical Buddy Status screen display of monitored phones and a My Status display.

Disturb. The My Status display can also be accessed by pressing the MyStat soft key from the idle display.

3.Choose Buddy Status to monitor the status of the contacts within your buddy list. This can also be accessed by pressing the Buddies soft key on the idle display.

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Polycom 300, 301 manual Presence / Status / Buddy Lists, To send a text message, To view and change Presence settings

301, 300 specifications

The Polycom 300 is an advanced conference phone designed primarily for small to medium-sized meeting rooms. Known for its exceptional audio quality and user-friendly features, the Polycom 300 aims to enhance communication in professional environments.

One of the standout features of the Polycom 300 is its HD Voice technology, which provides crystal-clear sound and ensures that every participant is heard clearly, no matter their distance from the unit. This feature reduces background noise and minimizes echo, making it an ideal choice for critical business meetings. The phone's full-duplex technology allows both parties to speak simultaneously without interruption, ensuring a seamless conversation flow.

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In conclusion, the Polycom 300 is a versatile and efficient conference phone that offers a range of features designed to facilitate high-quality communication. Its advanced audio technologies, user-friendly interface, and flexible connectivity options make it a valuable addition to any business setting, enhancing collaboration and productivity.