Add Third Party to Conference
Add Third Party to Conference
Procedure
Step 1
Verify that you are on an active call (not on hold).
Step 2
Press Conference.
Step 3
Enter the phone number for the party that you want to add or press a speed dial button.
Step 4
Wait for the party to answer, or skip to step 5 while the call is ringing.
Step 5
Press Conference again.
The conference begins.
Step 6
(Optional) Repeat these steps to add more parties, if desired.
Combine Calls to Create Conference
Before You Begin
You require multiple phone lines to perform this task.
Procedure
Step 1
Verify that you have two connected calls and that one of the calls is active (not on hold).
Step 2
Press Conference.
Step 3
Press the line button for the other (held) call. If there are more than one held call, a list of calls displays.
The conference begins. The conference is established on the line with the active call.
Swap Between Calls Before Completing a Conference
You can consult privately with the conference and another person, before adding the person into the conference.
Procedure
Step 1
Call a new conference participant, but do not add the participant to the conference.
Step 2
Press Swap to toggle between the participant and the conference.
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