The Basics
Flash
2Strata CTX Standard Telephone 05/02
FlashThe term “flash” is used in a number of feature instructions. Since many standard
telephones have a )ODVK button, this guide assumes that you have one. If your
standard telephone does not have a )ODVK button, perform the following to “Flash the
hookswitch.”
➤To manually flash the hookswitch, while on a call, press the hookswitch down
about 1/2 second, then release it.
You should hear dial tone after doing this.
Flashing Outside Lines
Some outside line features, such as conferencing, Centrex, or behind PBX operation
require “flashing the outside line,” to dial Centrex/PBX feature access code or
extension numbers.
➤To flash an outside line
1. Momentarily press the hookswitch for about 1/2 second. After you press the
hookswitch, you hear dial tone. This hookflashes the Toshiba system only.
2. Press. You hear Centrex or PBX dial tone. You can now dial a Centrex or
PBX feature access code or extension number.
Making a Call➤Lift the handset, then dial the number.
A line may be automatically selected or you can manually choose a line. Dial tone
plays through the handset. Call progress tones (Ringback Tone, Busy Tone, etc.)
are heard through the handset.
Answering a Call➤Pick up the handset.