Telephone operation
10
Answering a call
NOTE: Make sure the RINGER VOL switch is set to HIGH or LOW, or the phone will not
ring. The visual ring indicator will flash on all settings.
Amplified audio
You may press AMPLIFY to temporarily increase the volume of the handset
receiver or speakerphone during a call. Press AMPLIFY again to return to
normal volume level. The volume level will also return to normal after you end
the call.
If you want the amplifier automatically turned on whenever you lift the
handset, slide the AMPLIFY Override switch on the back of the unit to ON.
AMPLIFY OVERRIDE CAUTION
When set to “ON”, the Amplify Override switch increases the volume of the
handset much higher than that of conventional telephones and could be
uncomfortable for individuals with normal hearing. Turn the Amplify Override
switch to the “OFF” position if the volume level is uncomfortable.
Equalizer
This feature allows you to change the audio tone of the handset to best suit
your hearing.
1. To activate the equalizer, press AMPLIFY after you lift the handset, or any
time during a call. The AMPLIFY indicator lights up.
2. Lift the EQUALIZER cover and slide the switches up or down to adjust the
tone.
3. Your customized tone settings will be used each time when you turn on
the AMPLIFY feature.
Handset
1. Lift the handset when the telephone rings.
2. Return the handset to the base to end the call.
Speakerphone
1. Press SPEAKER to answer a call when the telephone rings.
2. Press SPEAKER again to hang up.
You may switch between speakerphone and normal handset use anytime
during a call.
Speakerphone to Handset - Lift the handset to disable speakerphone. The
speakerphone indicator turns off.
Handset to Speakerphone - Press SPEAKER, and then return the handset to
the base. The speakerphone indicator turns on and the handset is disabled.
