AT&T Spirit Communications System, User Training Workbook

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Outside Call
Placing An Outside Call Using The Receiver
Your system may be set up so all you have to do to get an outside line is:
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Pick up the receiver.
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You’ll hear a dial tone; an indicator
light will go on next to the line you
have accessed. If the above does not
happen when you pick up the receiver,
your system may be programmed with
the Auto Line Selection off. If so, you
also need to press a line button. Find
out how your system is programmed
from your System Administrator.
Dial the number you want. (If your You’ll be connected with the outside
system is part of a larger PBX or
party.
switchboard system, dial the PBX
code first.)
Even if your system is programmed with the Auto Line Selection feature on, you will still
need to press a button if you want a specific line (e.g., a WATS line). When you want to
use it, press the corresponding line button before you pick up the receiver and dial.
Placing An Outside Call Using The Speakerphone
If you have used a speakerphone before, you know how convenient it is. The SPIRIT
system allows you to listen and talk to another party without having to use the receiver.
Think of all the times that would be handy: When you want to write or type notes while
on the phone; when you are calling an information service that has a recorded message
such as the weather, time, or stock report; when you call a company and are put on
hold.
Another great use for the speakerphone is to share your phone conversation with one or
more persons in your office.
You can use the receiver and the speakerphone interchangeably for all SPIRIT system
features. When you want to place or answer a call from an outside caller without lifting
the receiver, following these steps:
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