Mute Function; Hold Function; Flash Function - VTech i 5853 Operating Instructions Manual

Handset and Base Operation
NATURAL - No frequency
enhancement (Your Handset is
preset to this selection)
The Handset will graphically display the four modes.
NOTE: The Sound Select feature cannot be used when
in Speakerphone or Headset mode.

Mute Function

During an active call pressing either the MUTE softkey on
the Handset or the MUTE button on the Base (when in
Speakerphone mode), will disable the microphone. Press
MUTE again to return to normal two-way conversation.

Hold Function

From the Handset:
• Press the HOLD softkey to place a call on hold. To return
to the call, press the ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) key.
NOTE: The Handset will display CALL ON HOLD when a
call is placed on hold. If you have new calls in call log, CALL
ON HOLD will display alternately. An H will be displayed to
remind you a call is on hold. If a call remains on Hold for 5
minutes, your i 5853 Handset will ring to remind you the call is
being held. The phone will display Call On Hold Ring Back!
You have 30 seconds to return to the call before it is dropped.
From the Base:
• During an active call, press the HOLD softkey to place a
call on hold. The SPEAKERPHONE LED will flash to
indicate a call is on hold.
• To return to the call, press SPEAKERPHONE.
Note: Base will display CALL ON HOLD when a call is placed
on hold. If a call remains on hold for 5 minutes, your i 5853
Base will ring to remind you the call is being held. The phone
will display CALL ON HOLD RING BACK! You have 30
seconds to return to the call before it is dropped.

Flash Function

You can use your i 5853 with services such as Call Waiting.
Simply press the ON/FLASH key on the Handset or the
FLASH key on the Base (when in speakerphone mode) to
flash the line.
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