Lets you insert a pause. Used when connected to a switchboard/PBX or storing numbers in the memory. Recall Used when connected to a switchboard/PBX or using BT Select Services. Hold Lets you put a caller on hold. Redial Redials the last number dialled.
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Ringer volume (UNDERSIDE OF BASE) Battery compartment cover Battery Pull out compartment quick guide Loudspeaker volume Lock (END VIEW) Telephone line cord sockets Connection Mode Line Selection Switch Lets you set the phone for use with one or two lines.
When you unpack you should have: • Converse 2-Line base unit. • Converse 2-Line handset. • Coiled handset connection cord. • 2 telephone line cords. • 3 x AA alkaline batteries. • Screws and wall plugs for wall mounting.
Check your telephone wall socket If you do not have a modern style socket, call Freefone 0800 800 150 and ask for a BT engineer to come and fit the correct socket. This is a chargeable service. Install the batteries Your Converse 2-Line is designed for use with 3 x AA size alkaline batteries.
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Line button in order to answer the majority of calls. See ‘Making and receiving calls’ page 8’. • If connecting to one telephone line only, set the Connection Mode switch to 1x. • For two lines, set the Connection Mode switch to 2x.
Set the ringer volume The ringer volume switch is located on the side of your Converse 2-Line and affects the volume at which your phone rings. There are three settings HI– a loud ring. Your phone is pre-set to this position. LO–...
Using your Converse 2-Line To make a call on Line 1 Press buttons in order shown Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. The Line 1 red light comes on. Dial the number you require. To end the call, replace the handset.
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To redial the last number called Press buttons in order shown Your Converse 2-Line will hold the last number dialled – up to 31 digits – in its memory. Lift the handset or press the button (to dial on HANDSFREE Line 2, press and release the button while you do this).
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To make a handsfree call on Line 2 Press buttons in order shown Press and hold down the button. Press the HANDSFREE The Speaker light and Line 2 light both come on. Release the Line 2 button. Adjust the VOLUME listen for the dial tone.
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Using 2 Lines Answering a second, incoming call If, during a call, a second call comes in on the other line: The Ringer light comes on. The ringer sounds but at a lower volume than normal. You can answer the new call either by ending your current call or by putting the call on hold.
It is possible that you may notice a loss of sound quality on Conference calls, due to your Converse 2-Line regulating the audible variations of 3-way calls. Should this reach unacceptable levels, BT’s 3-Way Calling Select Service can provide HOLD an alternative method without sound problems.
PAUSE appropriate place. For example if connected to an office telephone system where you have to dial a 9 to get an outside line, when storing a number: Press , then the...
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To dial a Quickdial number Press buttons in order shown Lift the handset or press the HANDSFREE Line 2, press and release the button after you have Line 2 pressed the Handsfree button.) Press the SHIFT necessary) to select the UPPER or LOWER memory and listen for the dial tone.
Using the Recall button This button signals a time break recall and is used when your phone is connected to a switchboard/PBX and BT Select Services. Contact your switchboard/PBX supplier for further information. REDIAL button, speaker...
In some circumstance, the volume and quality of 3-Way Conference Calls may be affected due to your Converse 2-Line regulating the audible levels of 3-way calls. If these levels become unacceptable then BT’s Select Service 3-Way Calling will give you an effective alternative.
Maintenance General Simply clean the Converse 2-Line with a damp cloth (not wet) or an antistatic wipe. Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock. Service Within guarantee If you experience a problem with your Converse 2-Line you should contact the Converse 2-Line Helpline 0845 6031616 If the problem is not remedied, you will be...
If in doubt, your switch supplier of maintainer should be able to offer help. Advice on connection to BT switching systems can be obtained by contacting the Converse 2-Line Helpline 0845 6031616...
Wall mounting Your Converse 2-Line can be wall-mounted using the screws and wall plugs provided. Before you wall mount your Converse 2-Line, check that: • the wall can support the weight of the phone • the position you choose leaves sufficient space so that the phone is clear of any obstruction on the wall, such as a shelf or cupboard.
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(if required). • Insert the screws leaving about 4mm free on which to hang the phone. • Plug the line cords into the telephone sockets. • Place the holes on your wall mounting bracket over the screws and gently slide the phone down to make sure it is securely in place.
Index Alarm On/Off At a glance Auto redial Batteries compartment installing low warning replacing Caller on hold Call on hold Conference calls end one call only speak privately to one line 3-way call Emergency calls End one call to answer a new call Guarantee Handsfree handsfree call Line 1...
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Offices in Europe, North America, Japan and Asia Pacific. The telecommunications services described in this publication are subject to availability and may be modified from time to time. Services and equipment are provided subject to British Telecommunications plc’s respective standard conditions of contract. Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract.
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