Answering Calls - Panasonic KX-TCD290E Operating Instructions Manual

Note:
L Calls to emergency numbers (page 33)
cannot be made until key lock is turned
off.
L Key lock is turned off when the handset is
turned off.
Call waiting - {R} button
If a second call is received while in
conversation with the first caller, a beep tone
will be heard. Press {R} button to switch
between callers.
This service requires a subscription, consult
your service provider for details.
Note:
L If your unit is connected to a PBX (private
branch exchange), pressing {R} can allow
you to access certain features of your host
PBX such as transferring an extension
call. Consult your PBX dealer for details.
L You can change the recall time (page 33).
Pause button (for PBX/long distance
service users)
A pause is sometimes required when
making calls using a PBX or long distance
service.
Example: If you have to dial {0} before
dialling outside numbers manually, you will
probably pause after dialling {0} until you
hear a dial tone.
1
Press {0}.
2
Press {R}.
3
Dial the phone number, then press {C}
or {s}.
Note:
L Pressing {R} 1 time creates 1 pause.
Press {R} repeatedly to create longer
pauses. To change pause length, see
page 33.
Recording a telephone conversation
You can record your conversation while on
an outside call.
Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 08700 100 076 R.O.I. 01289 8333
Making/Answering Calls
Important:
L Before recording a conversation, you
should inform the other party that the
conversation will be recorded.
1
Press {j/OK} during a conversation.
2
Select "Record Call", then press
{>}.
L A beep is heard and recording starts.
L A beep sounds every 15 seconds and
can be heard by the other party, but is
not recorded.
3
To stop recording, press {j/OK}.
Note:
L Recorded conversations are treated as
new messages.
L To listen to the recorded conversation, see
page 47.
L If message memory becomes full,
"Memory Full" is displayed and
recording stops. Erase unnecessary
messages (page 48).
L While recording a conversation, you
cannot change the tone quality of the
handset.

Answering calls

1
Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}
when the unit rings.
L You can also answer a call by pressing
any dial key from {0} to {9}, {*}, {#},
or {INT}. (Any key answer feature)
2
When finished talking, press {ih} or
place the handset on the base unit.
Auto talk feature
You can answer calls simply by lifting the
handset off the base unit. You do not need to
press {C}. To turn this feature on, see
page 29.
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