Answer Calls
phone is configured, you may have to sign on before you make a call or before a security tone plays over your
handset.
Answer Calls
Your Cisco IP Phone works just like a regular phone. But we make it easier for you to answer calls.
Answer aCall
Procedure
When your phone rings, press the flashing line button to answer the call.
Answer Call Waiting
When you are on an active call, you know that a call is waiting when you hear a single beep and see the line
button flash.
Procedure
Step 1 Press the line button.
Step 2 (Optional) If you have more than one call waiting, select an incoming call.
Decline a Call
You can send a ringing call to your voicemail system or to a preset phone number.
Procedure
Decline a call by performing one of the following actions:
• Press Decline.
• If you have multiple incoming calls, highlight the incoming call and press Decline.
Ignore a Call
If you do not want to be disturbed, you can ignore an incoming call. The call goes to voicemail.
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