The Basics
Making a Call
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Making a Call
There are three ways to originate a call from the telephone:

Handset

1. To make a call, lift the handset, then dial the number.
A line may be automatically selected or choose a line manually. Dial tone is heard
through the handset. The Speaker and Microphone LEDs do not light.
Digits display as they are dialed. Call progress tones (Ringback Tone, Busy Tone,
etc.) are heard through the handset.
2. When connected, continue using the handset or switch to speakerphone by holding
down Spkr and placing the handset in the cradle.

Spkr Button

1. To make a call, press Spkr.
A line may be selected automatically or choose a line manually. The extension or
Line button lights (depending on system programming). Dial tone is heard
through the speaker. The Speaker and Microphone LEDs light.
2. Dial the number.
Digits display as they are dialed. Call progress tones (Ringback Tone, Busy Tone,
etc.) are heard through the speaker.
3. When connected, continue using the speakerphone or lift the handset to continue
the conversation.

Hot Dialing

1. To make a call using Hot Dialing, start dialing the number.
The extension button, Spkr and Mic LEDs light. Digits display as they are dialed.
Call progress tones (Ringback Tone, Busy Tone, etc.) are heard through the
speaker.
2. When connected, continue using the speakerphone or lift the handset to continue
the conversation.