The Interrupt Func- tion is made
possible by Turbo Code®.
This function lets you stop the other person
INTERRUPTING
Interrupting During a Conversation
1.Look for the Turbo Code dot on the display to verify that the TTYs have connected using Turbo Code. This dot looks like a period and is found on the left side of the display.
while they are typing. This way, you can inject a thought or make a comment, just as you can in a
To use this function, both you and the per-
2.While the other person is typing, press the Interrupt key. The Superprint Pro80 displays
INTERRUPT REQUESTED. The other TTY displays INTERRUPT and flashes the Ring Flasher (this function may vary on other TTYs).
INTERRUPT REQUESTED
Interrupt
Press
son you are calling need TTYs with Turbo Code. For more information on Turbo Code, see Chapter 11.
3.The other person may stop typing and allow you to go ahead or may choose to ignore your interruption.
Responding to an “INTERRUPT” Message
If INTERRUPT is displayed and the Ring Flasher flashes, the other person wants to interrupt you. Come to a good stopping point and type “GA” to allow the other person to type. You may also choose to ignore the interruption.
Turning off Interrupt
Turning off Interrupt prevents the person you are calling from interrupting you. You can still use the Interrupt key to interrupt the other person.
1.Press the Options button. CODE <AUTOMATIC> is displayed.
2.Press until INTERRUPT <ON> is displayed.
3.Press the Spacebar to change the setting to <OFF>.
4.Press Enter to save this setting. ** INTERRUPTS ARE OFF ** is displayed.