Making and Answering DirectConnect Calls
Making DirectConnectCalls
You can make a Direct Connect call by entering a Direct Connect number manually or by selecting an entry containing a Direct Connect number in your Contacts or Recent History. (For information on saving Direct Connect numbers to Contacts, see “Creating a New Contacts Entry”on page 117.)
MakingaDirectConnectCallbyEnteringaNumber
1.Use your keypad to enter a Direct Connect number.
■The Direct Connect number may be the
– or –
■The Direct Connect number may have three parts with an asterisk between each part (for example: 999*9999*999). When dialing or saving this type of number, always include the asterisks (star key).
2.Press and release the Direct Connect key ( ) on the side of your phone.
■Pressing and releasing “pings”the recipient. The recipient’s phone emits an incoming tone and displays your name or number. If available, he or she can choose to respond and begin the conversation.
■You can hold and speak after you first press and hear the tone, but your voice will be broadcast instantly over the recipient’s speakerphone. Pinging their phone by pressing and releasing may avoid embarrassing interruptions.