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Answering DirectConnectCalls
When you receive a Direct Connect call, you hear an incoming tone or the phone vibrates, depending on your settings. The Direct Connect number and the caller’s name (if available) will appear on your screen. You may also hear the caller’s voice through the speakerphone. Speakerphone is turned on by default for Direct Connect calls. You can turn the speakerphone off and listen to Direct Connect calls through the earpiece as you would a regular call, or you can listen through a headset.
1.When the caller has finished speaking, a tone sounds and “Open”appears on the display. Press and hold to reply.
2.Continue the Direct Connect call as described previously.
Tip
Beconsiderate.When you arein an area whereincoming DirectConnectcalls may disturb others, or if you wish to increase the privacy of your calls,please set your speakerphone to Offand your ringer to vibrate.When the speakerphone is off, DirectConnectcalls use the phone’s earpiece and microphone, while still utilizing the Direct Connectkey.You may also use an earbud or other handsfree device for increased convenience.