Basic Operations
This section explains the basics of using the unit.
Confirming Your Extension
Number
In stand-by mode (i.e., when you do not have any active
calls), you can view the extension number and name
registered to the unit.
Going off- and on-hook
There are several ways to go off-hook and on-hook:
•
Using the handset
•
Using the
[SP-PHONE]
button
•
Using the soft buttons
•
For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, using a DN button
(flexible button)
Going off-hook
In this manual, when you see the phrase "go off-hook",
you can do any of the following:
•
Lift the handset off of its cradle.
•
Press
[SP-PHONE]
while the handset is on its
cradle. This enables hands-free mode.
•
For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, press a DN button
(flexible button).
Note
•
Certain soft buttons, such as
Answer
, function
like the
[SP-PHONE]
button.
•
For details about DN buttons, see "Flexible
Buttons (KX-UT133/KX-UT136 only)
(Page 34)".
Going on-hook
In this manual, when you see the phrase "go on-hook",
you can do any of the following:
•
Replace the handset on its cradle.
•
Press
[SP-PHONE]
, if you are in hands-free mode.
Hands-free Mode
In hands-free mode, you can talk and hear the other
party in a conversation without using the handset. This
mode is useful for performing other tasks during a
conversation, such as writing.
Enabling hands-free mode
You can enable hands-free mode in one of the following
ways:
•
In stand-by mode, press
[SP-PHONE]
.
•
During a conversation while using the handset,
press
[SP-PHONE]
. You can then return the
handset to its cradle.
•
When receiving an incoming call, press
Answer
.
•
For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, in stand-by mode, press
an idle DN button (flexible button).
•
For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, when receiving a call or
when a call is on hold, press the flashing green DN
button (flexible button) that corresponds to the call.
Canceling hands-free mode
You can cancel hands-free operation simply by lifting
the handset off its cradle.
Note
•
For details about DN buttons, see "Flexible
Buttons (KX-UT133/KX-UT136 only)
(Page 34) ".
Off-hook monitor
During a two-party conversation with the corded
handset, you can allow other people to listen to the
conversation through the speaker while you continue
the conversation using the handset.
•
Press
[SP-PHONE]
, but do not return the handset
to its cradle.
•
Press
[SP-PHONE]
again to cancel off-hook
monitor.
Note
•
When off-hook monitor is active, replacing the
handset to its cradle enables hands-free mode.
•
During a conference call, pressing
[SP-PHONE]
simply enables hands-free mode.
The handset will be disabled.
Adjusting the Volume
You can adjust the ringer, handset, headset, and
speaker volume using
[ ]
and
[ ]
on the Navigator key.
Adjusting the ringer volume
When receiving a call, press
[ ]
or
[ ]
.
Document Version 2011-09
Operating Instructions
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Before Operating the Telephone
