1.10 Conversation Features
1.10 Conversation Features
1.10.1 Hands-free Operation
Description
A proprietary telephone (PT) user can talk to another party without lifting the handset. Pressing specific
buttons, such as REDIAL, automatically activate hands-free mode.
Conditions
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PTs with the MONITOR Button
PTs with the MONITOR button can dial in hands-free mode but cannot have hands-free conversations.
1.10.2 Mute
Description
During a conversation, a proprietary telephone (PT) user can disable the built-in microphone or the handset
microphone to consult privately with others while listening to the other party on the phone through the built-
in speaker or the handset receiver. The user can hear the other party's voice during Mute. Only your voice
will be muted.
Conditions
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This feature is available on all PTs that have the AUTO ANS/MUTE button.
User Manual References
1.4.6 Mute
1.10.3 Headset Operation
Description
This PBX supports headset compatible proprietary telephones (PTs). A PT user can talk to another party
hands-free and without lifting the handset by using an optional headset.
For connection and operation, refer to the Operating Instructions for the headset.
This feature is also known as Handset/Headset Selection.
Conditions
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Pressing the SP-PHONE button activates the headset, not the built-in speaker.
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Answer/Release Button
A flexible button can be customized as an Answer button or a Release button. Such buttons are useful
for headset operation. It is possible to answer an incoming call by pressing the Answer button. While
hearing a call waiting tone during a conversation, pressing the Answer button enables one to answer
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